ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ). 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 X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.31 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Red matter Villi black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
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 - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 560X AMD Radeon 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 - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
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 X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8852AE
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18.1 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
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 X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
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 X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ024T) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XJ)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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, self-healing BIOS, 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%
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