ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480s. 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.

ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

good keyboard feel

average display

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.3 cm -
Weight 2.6 kg -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView -
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen)
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM175 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD
Secondary Storage 2 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Intel HD Graphics
Video Memory 3 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Technology 4-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Built-in numeric keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year
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