Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU). 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 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 A17 (FA706IU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade construction

spacious storage options

efficient cooling system

heavyweight design

mediocre battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 39.9 cm x 26.9 cm x 2.52 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey Fortress grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC, 47.34% 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 A17 (FA706IU)
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 A17 (FA706IU)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 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 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / 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 A17 (FA706IU)
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 A17 (FA706IU)
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 A17 (FA706IU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
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 A17 (FA706IU)
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 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
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 A17 (FA706IU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label, 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 - 0.242 W/kg (body), 0.242 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 17API 81LY H7120T
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