Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

solid processor performance

reasonable price point

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate screen

durable military-grade build

spacious storage options

efficient cooling system

heavier than competitors

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.79 cm 39.5 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.54 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Black Mecha grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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. - 144 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, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 6800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RA) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707RM)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.469 W/kg (body), 0.469 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 7 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - HX015W
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