Based on the information available, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is tailored for gamers and those needing high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. Its AMD Ryzen processor and AMD RX graphics deliver strong performance, but it is heavier and has a lower resolution display compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is lighter, making it more portable, and offers a higher resolution screen, which could be better for general use and professional tasks requiring better color and detail. The IdeaPad also has a more modern processor. The choice depends on whether performance and gaming capabilities (ASUS) outweigh the need for a lightweight, high-resolution device (Lenovo), considering the slight price difference. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
Good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with a focus on gaming performance, may have trade-offs in screen refresh rate which is critical for a smooth gaming and 3D experience. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, designed with general productivity in mind, offers superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, ensuring a crisp and vibrant display that appeals to users with everyday tasks and professional design needs, although it also falls short on the high refresh rate desired for gaming and 3D work. Both laptops may feature color gamuts sufficiently wide for engineering and design work, but the nuances in color accuracy and range might vary between them, reflecting on how they display detailed and color-sensitive content.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$860
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $860.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition's strong CPU and RAM make it ideal for general use, with a high-refresh-rate screen that's good for quick responses, but it's less portable due to its higher weight and offers modest battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i also provides a robust CPU and ample RAM for everyday tasks, boasts a higher-resolution display for sharp image quality, and is lighter and thus easier to carry around, but its smaller battery might not last as long.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with an AMD 5900HX CPU and an AMD RX 6800M GPU which offers solid gaming performance, and its screen with a high refresh rate provides smooth visuals essential for gaming and 3D applications. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, with its Intel i7-13700H CPU and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, also offers robust performance for gaming and 3D tasks, while its higher resolution screen enhances the overall quality of the display, despite a lower refresh rate compared to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a high-performance CPU and GPU which are excellent for demanding engineering tasks, and while its screen quality is suitable, it's heavier and less portable. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i combines a strong CPU with a high-resolution screen for sharp visuals in design work, but it trades off some graphics capability and is lighter and easier to carry.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.8/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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 ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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