Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade build

high refresh rate display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 39.9 cm x 26.9 cm x 2.48 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores - 6-core
Cache - 12 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface - Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.0b
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Model Number - HX001W
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