Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC). 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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

impressive full hd display

fast intel processors

solid state drive standard

good battery life

average graphics performance

no optical drive

limited port selection

higher price segment

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

efficient cooling system

affordable price point

solid build quality

full hd display

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.45 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Mineral grey Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Glossy Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM570 Express
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2933 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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
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 S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - 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 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15IML 81NG HN011T
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