Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T). 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 X395 (20NL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient performance

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

backlit keyboard feature

durable military-grade construction

efficient cooling system

average battery life

heavyweight design

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.28 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 512 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (HN101T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.05 W/kg (body), 0.05 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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