If you're looking for a laptop primarily for gaming or tasks that require a lot of graphics power, such as 3D modeling or some forms of machine learning, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 would be a better choice due to its likely higher performance graphics and processing capabilities. However, the Lenovo V15, while not as powerful, may be more suitable for general use, like browsing the web, office applications, and video streaming. It's also likely to be lighter and offer better battery life, making it more portable than the bulkier gaming-oriented ASUS. The cost savings could be significant with the Lenovo V15, so if you do not require the additional performance for intensive tasks, it might be the smarter financial choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
The Lenovo V15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Gaming A16.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is better for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which is crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced games compared to the Lenovo V15, which has a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate. Additionally, while both laptops have similar screen quality, the ASUS's superior GPU and higher refresh rate make it more suitable for graphic-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
6.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 provides a more powerful central processing unit and dedicated graphics card than the Lenovo V15, making it better suited for computationally demanding engineering and design applications. While both laptops have the same amount of memory, the superior screen of the ASUS enhances the visual experience, which is crucial for design work; however, the Lenovo may offer advantages in terms of portability due to its lighter weight.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
5.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS offers a sharper and brighter display, making documents and web pages clearer and more vibrant, while the Lenovo's dimmer, lower resolution screen might strain your eyes over time. The ASUS excels for engineering and design tasks as it covers a wider range of colors, crucial for accuracy in visual work, but the Lenovo's color range falls short, making it less suitable for professional color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's slower refresh rate could lead to less fluid motion compared to laptops with faster screens, despite its better resolution and panel type.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo V15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the Lenovo V15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$579
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a powerful Ryzen 7 CPU, high refresh rate IPS screen, and solid build quality, appealing for both general use and gaming, yet it's heavier and has shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo V15, which, while not as performant with its Ryzen 5 CPU and lower-quality TN screen, is lighter, has significantly longer battery life, and a larger storage capacity, making it more suited to users prioritizing portability and general productivity tasks.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo V15 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
7.3/10
7.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo V15 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A16 to have good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair 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 Gaming A16 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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