The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is designed for gaming and performance-intensive tasks, offering higher graphical power and faster processing which is suitable for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming. However, it is likely heavier and with shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i. The IdeaPad Slim 5i, on the other hand, is more suited for general use, offering a balance between performance and portability. It likely has a longer battery life and is easier to carry, but may not handle demanding tasks as well as the ASUS. When choosing, consider the importance of mobility versus performance for your specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
Good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with a higher power GPU and a much higher screen refresh rate compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, which significantly enhances gaming and 3D experiences. While both laptops have similar CPUs and screen quality, the superior GPU and refresh rate in the ASUS make it better suited for intensive gaming and 3D tasks than the Lenovo, which has a less powerful integrated GPU and a lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
7.0/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is excellent for engineering and design thanks to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and AMD RX 6800M GPU, delivering top-tier performance needed for demanding tasks, but it's heavier and bulkier, affecting portability.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
6.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 features a display with higher resolution and brightness, providing sharper images and better visibility in various lighting conditions, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i offers adequate clarity and luminosity for everyday tasks but doesn’t stand out. In engineering and design, the ASUS pulls ahead with a wider color spectrum, covering more of the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spaces, crucial for professionals needing color accuracy, whereas the Lenovo provides respectable color fidelity but may not satisfy all professional color requirements. When it comes to 3D tasks and gaming, the ASUS's lower refresh rate pales in comparison to rivals designed for such purposes, resulting in less fluid motion, while both laptops are not optimal for high-end gaming or 3D rendering due to their screen limitations.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 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
$828
$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 Slim 5i costs $828.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers strong performance with its high-end CPU and dedicated graphics, suitable for more demanding applications, but is heavier and has less battery life making it less portable. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, while still providing sufficient power for general use, favors portability and battery efficiency, and includes a higher resolution screen with better aspect ratio for productivity and media consumption.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 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 Slim 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."
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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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