Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T). 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 X390 (20SD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

strong security features

limited graphics performance

average display brightness

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

durable keyboard design

efficient cooling system

full hd display

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavyweight design

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery
78 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.29 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Stealth black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
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. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, WideView
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
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 X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features 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 X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
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 X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
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 X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20SD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (BQ051T)
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, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.1 W/kg (body), 0.1 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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