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Updated January 16, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers superior performance suitable for gaming, 3D tasks, and engineering applications due to its higher-end processor and powerful RTX graphics. This would be an ideal choice if you require a laptop to handle resource-intensive tasks. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is much more affordable, lighter, and offers a fanless operation which is quieter, but it's significantly less powerful with a basic processor and integrated graphics. This makes it suitable for general use like web browsing, office tasks, and media consumption, but not for demanding activities. Consider how you plan to use the laptop when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.6
6.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is better for general use due to its superior CPU, higher RAM, and better-quality IPS screen, contributing to smoother performance and clearer images; despite being less portable and having shorter battery life than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", which has a low-end CPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality TN screen that are less suitable for demanding tasks, although its lighter weight and longer battery life make it more portable. The ASUS's gaming-grade hardware and better screen attributes enhance general use, while the Lenovo, despite its better portability, is hampered by its basic performance capabilities and screen quality.
Gaming and AI
8.0
5.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.2
5.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with a high-performance CPU, abundant RAM, and advanced GPU, is suitable for demanding engineering and design applications, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 1's lower-end processors and minimal RAM make it less capable for such intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.7
6.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.9
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 likely has a vibrant, high-resolution display offering good clarity and detail that satisfies general use, but for engineering and design, its color coverage may fall short, affecting the accuracy of color-critical work. On the other hand, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15's lower refresh rate could lead to less smooth visuals, which is less ideal for fast-paced action or detailed animations. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", with a lower quality display overall, won't provide the sharpness and brightness desired for everyday tasks, nor the color fidelity for design work, and its likely standard refresh rate and resolution make it subpar for gaming and 3D tasks.
Battery
5.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 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
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
6.0
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$153
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $153.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $153 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming F15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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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