ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB). 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.

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

full hd display

competitive price point

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent processor speed

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics performance

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.98 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.49 cm 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Brushed metal Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Bonfire black | Fortress grey Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Armoury Crate, DTS:X Ultra Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506LU) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.652 W/kg (body), 0.652 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number HN003T -
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