Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) vs. ASUS 15 (A516JA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) and ASUS 15 (A516JA). 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 L590 (20Q7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

adequate performance level

solid security features

heavy design

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

ASUS 15 (A516JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (A516JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) and ASUS 15 (A516JA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) vs. ASUS 15 (A516JA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.65 cm x 25.45 cm x 2.295 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.03 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Slots - 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x2 / M.2 2280
1 x PCI Express 3.0 x4 / M.2 2280
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q7) ASUS 15 (A516JA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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 System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EJ251T
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