Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II). 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 S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity ports

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

fast 144Hz refresh rate

ample storage options

effective cooling system

heavy and bulky

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm 39.92 cm x 26.89 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue Fortress grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 17.3"
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 -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 4600H / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 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 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
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
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706II)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 1.084 W/kg (body), 1.084 W/kg (limb) 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 14API 81NB AU025T
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