Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

good value for money

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.45 cm
Weight 966.5 g 2.3 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling, near-field, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.0b
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite Microsoft 365 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, honeycomb design, Self-Cleaning Cooling 2.0
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - HN001W
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