If you prioritize gaming and other resource-intensive tasks, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 will generally offer superior performance but it is heavier and may offer less battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is more portable and may have better battery life, suitable for business and general use, but it may not handle heavy gaming or engineering software as smoothly as the ASUS. If budget is a concern and your primary needs are work-related tasks and portability, the Lenovo might be the more cost-effective choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its gaming-oriented CPU and RAM setup, excels in performance but is bulkier and might not have the long battery life or screen quality that general users need for regular use. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, on the other hand, offers a balance of sufficient performance, good screen quality, and greater portability with longer battery life, which are more aligned with the needs of general users.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
6.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with a high-performance GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smooth visuals are crucial. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers a more modest GPU and lower refresh rate screen, which can handle games and 3D tasks, but with less visual fluidity and detail.
Software Development
7.6/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
7.2/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 both have displays with resolutions and brightness levels that are adequate for tasks like web browsing, video streaming, and document editing, hence they are seen as having good screen quality for general use. For engineering and design, both laptops have decent color coverage, important for accurately rendering designs, making them suitable for such work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens fall short in refresh rates, which hampers smooth motion handling, therefore they are considered to have poor screen quality for these areas despite reasonable resolution and panel type.
Battery
11.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, excels in handling engineering tasks and running demanding design applications, and its screen quality enhances detailed visuals for such work, though it is heavier and might be louder under load. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while less powerful, still performs well for engineering uses, and with its superior portability, quieter operation, and a keyboard known for comfort, it is a practical option for those who prioritize mobility and typing experience along with sufficient performance for professional tasks.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 are both very 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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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