Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) 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 ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) Review

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

robust build quality

solid processor performance

adequate port selection

comfortable keyboard

affordable price

average display quality

moderate battery life

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

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 ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm 39.9 cm x 26.9 cm x 2.52 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Mineral grey Fortress grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
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)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) 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 ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) 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, fingerprint reader -
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 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb) 0.242 W/kg (body), 0.242 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RW H7120T
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