When choosing between laptops like the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, consider that the ASUS is tailored for gaming and demanding tasks, offering robust performance and graphics capabilities, which may however result in shorter battery life and less portability due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the ThinkBook is designed for business users and general use, prioritizing portability, with a slim design and longer battery life, but it might not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS. Your decision should align with whether performance or portability and battery life is more essential for your daily 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
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its superior GPU and high screen refresh rate, provides a smooth and immersive gaming and 3D experience, which is vital for fast-paced games and graphic-intensive applications. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while offering decent performance due to its capable CPU and good screen quality, falls behind in gaming and 3D tasks due to a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate screen.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.9/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers a balanced screen suitable for general use, with adequate resolution and brightness, while for engineering and design tasks, its color coverage meets the requirements, but its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for Gaming and 3D where smoother visuals are key. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x shines in both general use and engineering design due to its high resolution, bright display, and extensive color gamut, providing accurate color representation, but for gaming and 3D applications, its screen may disappoint due to the lower refresh rate. Both laptops are not primarily targeted for gaming and 3D, which is why they may not satisfy users looking for the highest visual fluidity and responsiveness required by these applications.
Portability
Fair
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent 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
$1,399
$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 ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers robust CPU and RAM, making it suitable for demanding tasks, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, which may affect portability. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while not as powerful, still delivers good performance for general use with better portability due to its lightweight design and longer battery life, along with a high-quality screen, making it an ideal choice for on-the-go users.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and superior GPU, excels in demanding engineering tasks and graphic-intensive design work, while also offering a high-quality screen. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while still capable for engineering and design, prioritizes portability and has a high-quality keyboard, making it a balanced choice for those who value a blend of power and convenience.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.0/10
7.8/10
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 ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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 ThinkBook 13x 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."
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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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