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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 offers high performance for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks with a robust processor and powerful GPU, making it suitable for users who need a machine for heavy workloads, but it is less portable due to its larger size and weight. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is more portable and budget-friendly, suitable for general use and business with its high-resolution touchscreen display, longer battery life, and lighter weight, though it may not perform as well in graphically demanding tasks due to its integrated graphics. Choosing between the two depends on whether your priority is portability and price (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) or performance for specialized tasks (ASUS TUF Gaming A17). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.1
6.4
8.9/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 excels in gaming and 3D tasks due to its robust Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which are very important for smooth visuals during intensive use. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, with its Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, is only suitable for less demanding gaming and 3D applications; while its screen quality is quite good, it's the GPU and refresh rate that primarily impact gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with a high-performance CPU, AMD Ryzen 9, and advanced GPU, Nvidia RTX 4070, alongside a large high-refresh-rate screen, is very well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, though still capable with an Intel i7 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, is more portable with a higher resolution screen but is less powerful and not designed for intensive graphics work like the ASUS.
Screen Quality
6.8
7.2
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a higher resolution and brightness, offering crisper images and better visibility in various lighting conditions, which makes its screen more appealing than the ASUS TUF Gaming A17. When considering engineering and design, the ThinkBook's superior color gamut ensures more accurate color representation, crucial for detailed design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, despite both having less than ideal screen qualities, the ASUS's gaming-oriented pedigree may give it a slight edge in terms of refresh rate, although it still falls short compared to dedicated gaming laptops.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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.
Portability
Fair
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,552
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a price of $1,552 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
253.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 boasts a higher performing CPU and gaming-oriented GPU suited for demanding tasks and entertainment, but is less portable and has a hefty build compared to the sleeker and more mobile Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which offers a higher screen resolution and better color accuracy ideal for professional use, but less raw performance power and a less powerful integrated GPU. While both have 16GB of RAM ensuring smooth multitasking, the A17's larger screen and longer battery life make it superior for extended use in one location, and the ThinkBook 13s's compactness and lighter weight, complemented by its long battery life, cater to those needing performance on the go.
Content Creation
8.1
7.8
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
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
7.7
7.7
9.2/10
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 ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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 Gaming A17 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A17 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,552 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.4'' x 0.9'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 253 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A17
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Alex Iliev | April 2022
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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Monica Chin | July 2021
"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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