Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

lightweight design

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable build quality

affordable price point

full hd display

decent thermal management

heavyweight design

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.66 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 2.7 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Stealth black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 64 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
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 Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - DTS Headphone X, Armoury Crate
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DT (H7116T)
Dockable Yes -
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, ASUS Cooling Overboost, anti-dust cooling system, HyperCool thermal system
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.12 W/kg (body), 0.12 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
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