The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is better suited for intensive gaming and 3D/machine learning tasks because of its powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and higher refresh rate display. However, this model is heavier and has a bulkier form factor, which makes it less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s. The ThinkBook, with its lighter weight and longer battery life, offers better portability and a higher resolution display with touchscreen capabilities making it ideal for general use and business-related tasks. If portability and a sharper screen for productivity are important to you, go for the ThinkBook 13s; if you need higher performance for gaming or specialized software, consider the ASUS TUF Dash 15. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
Excellent portability
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.4/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, providing smoother visuals and better performance for graphics-intensive tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s uses an Intel i7-1260P Iris Xe integrated graphics solution and has a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, making it less optimal for demanding gaming and 3D applications despite its higher screen resolution and portability.
Screen Quality
7.0/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s have screens that are bright and clear with adequate resolution suitable for browsing, video streaming, and document work, which is why they're good for general use. Their displays have the color accuracy and range required for tasks like photo editing and CAD work, hence they're also favorable for engineering and design. However, for gaming and 3D applications, which require fast refresh rates to render smooth motion, both laptops fall short, making them less ideal for those purposes.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Dash 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,150
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS TUF Dash 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers strong performance suitable for general use with a higher refresh rate display and dedicated graphics, making it also suitable for gaming, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s provides a more portable experience with a higher resolution, higher brightness display and is aimed more at business use with features such as a touchscreen and a fingerprint reader. Both laptops have good CPUs and sufficient RAM for general tasks, but the TUF Dash 15 has better heat management and a longer battery life, whereas the ThinkBook 13s offers a more premium build quality, better screen color accuracy, and a keyboard that is rated excellent for typing comfort.
Engineering and Design
7.8/10
7.5/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics, and ample RAM, which efficiently handle demanding software and tasks; however, its larger size and higher weight make it less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS TUF Dash 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.4/10
7.7/10
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS TUF Dash 15 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS TUF Dash 15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS TUF Dash 15 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
"The Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517ZR is a laptop with mobile RTX 3070 and acceptable battery life. The Asus TUF Dash F15 was made for high-performance applications like video editing, rendering, and gaming. The laptop can manage the latter in QHD resolution and at high to maximum settings. However, the focus isn't on maximum performance, but instead, it's about a compromise between performance and portability."
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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