Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Mineral grey | Copper -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 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 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 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 DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, power-on password, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb) 0.05 W/kg (body), 0.05 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14API 81NH -
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