ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0). 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 FX505DY (BQ024T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

solid build quality

affordable price point

decent display clarity

efficient thermal management

moderate battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

noisy under load

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.53 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15
Colour Red matter Black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
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 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 560X Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.32 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Red backlighting Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TCG Certified
SAR Value 0.07 W/kg (limb), 0.07 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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