Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE)

Our Rating: 72 %

ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) and ASUS X515EA (BQ136T). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

lightweight design

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest battery life

slow HDD base model

ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

solid processor performance

fast ssd storage

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) and ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Business black | Platinum grey | Abyss blue Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home in S mode
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IIL05 (81WE) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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