ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340). 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 TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

spacious storage options

heavy chassis design

mediocre battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 26.8 cm x 2.48 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Brushed metal Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Eclipse grey Abyss blue
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, NanoEdge display, thin bezel design, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
RAM 16 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number HX001T 15API 81NC
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