Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) vs. ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) and ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display screen

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

lightweight and portable

efficient cooling system

fast SSD storage

good battery life

average display quality

no webcam included

limited upgradability

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) and ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) vs. ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.2 cm x 28.125 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Abyss blue Moonlight white
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (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 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
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 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes -
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PC)
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 nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password System password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 MIL-STD-810H
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - HN011T
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