Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV). 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 L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large display size

adequate processor performance

decent storage capacity

quiet operation

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

heavier design

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

good value for money

heavyweight design

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey Bonfire black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
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 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
CPU AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, bezel label
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value - 0.352 W/kg (body), 0.352 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 17API 81LY HN246T
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