In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm | 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.5 cm |
Weight | 1.26 kg | 2.3 kg |
Case Material | Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy | Plastic |
Colour | Black | Gun metal |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 12.5" - TN | 15.6" - TN |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 (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 | 220 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 94% NTSC |
Features | Anti-glare | Anti-glare, 500 NIT indoor display, 3 ms response rate |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 3.6 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 6-core |
Cache | 6 MB | 9 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Chipset | - | Mobile Intel HM370 |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 2400 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Rated Speed | 2400 MHz | - |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung | 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s |
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Secondary Storage | - | 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm |
AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
Video Memory | - | 6 GB GDDR5 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 Premium | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card | - |
Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 48 Wh | 48 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 16.6 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V | 150 Watt, 19.5 V, 7.7 A |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Mouse, keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | - |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Lenovo Ethernet extension connector Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN HDMI 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | - |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) | ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GM) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter, ASUS ROG mouse, ASUS ROG backpack |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | - |
Security Slot Type | Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810G tested | - |
Compliant Standards | RoHS | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
Model Number | - | EN150T |