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Updated March 14, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or intensive tasks like video editing, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, being a gaming laptop, will offer stronger performance and better graphics capabilities, but it is heavier and may not have as long battery life as the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x. The ThinkBook is more suitable for general business use, offers greater portability due to its lighter weight, and typically offers longer battery life, making it a better option for those who value mobility and need a laptop primarily for work or everyday tasks. Consider your primary use and whether portability or performance is more important for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.6
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, essential for smooth gaming and 3D applications, giving it an edge for these tasks. While the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers decent performance and good screen quality for everyday use, its GPU and screen refresh rate are not as optimized for the demands of gaming and complex 3D work.
Software Development
7.3
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is somewhat better.
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
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers a higher resolution and brightness, which makes it suitable for everyday tasks such as browsing and video streaming, resulting in sharper and more vibrant visuals. In engineering and design, the ThinkBook's wider color gamut coverage ensures more accurate color representation which is crucial for professionals who need precise color detail for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may fall short due to lower refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and a more immersive visual experience, although resolution and panel type are also important and might be a drawback in these models.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,176
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,176 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, excels in handling heavy tasks and gaming, offering a high-quality screen and effective heat management, but it's heavier and might have shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x. The ThinkBook 13x, while offering a balance of good CPU performance and sufficient RAM for general use, boasts a high-quality screen, longer battery life, and greater portability, but might fall short for intensive gaming or tasks that demand top-tier graphics and processing power.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming F15 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its robust CPU, abundant RAM, and high-end GPU, provides excellent screen quality for demanding engineering software and graphical tasks, though it is heavier and may have a louder operating noise. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers good performance with a quality CPU and sufficient RAM, a decent GPU for less intensive tasks, and prioritizes portability with a more compact design, along with a quieter operation and a comfortable keyboard.
Content Creation
7.7
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkBook 13x to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,176 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 4 | 4 | |
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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."
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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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