When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, consider that the ASUS is designed to deliver high performance for gaming and may offer superior graphics and processing power; this makes it ideal for gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering software. However, this performance comes at the cost of increased weight and often shorter battery life, making it less portable. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 might provide a more balanced approach with moderate performance that can still handle games and applications adequately. It may offer longer battery life and be easier to carry around, but it may not perform as well in extremely demanding tasks. If budget is a concern, the Lenovo is generally more affordable. So, if high-end gaming and performance are your priority and you're less concerned about portability and price, go for the ASUS. If you want a more portable and affordable laptop that can still handle gaming and general use, the Lenovo is a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
Good for gaming and AI
Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
6.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144 Hz, which provide more fluid visuals and a more capable gaming experience, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 comes with a less powerful Nvidia RTX 2050 GPU and a lower refresh rate of 120 Hz, making it less ideal for demanding gaming and 3D applications. Despite the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 having better screen brightness and color coverage which may enhance visual quality, the GPU and refresh rate are more critical for gaming performance.
Screen Quality
7.1/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize general computing tasks like browsing or office work, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both offer clear, bright displays with sufficient resolution, making them good candidates. Those involved in engineering and design will appreciate that both models cover a range of colors well, essential for precise visual work, although neither might be the top choice for color accuracy. However, for gaming or 3D modeling where fluid motion is key, their refresh rates are not ideal, which may detract from the smooth visuals that are crucial in these areas.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,249
$549
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 costs $549.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
7.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with a higher-tier Ryzen 9 CPU and RTX 3050 Ti GPU, excels in demanding engineering and design tasks, but its screen quality falls short in color accuracy compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, which offers solid performance with its Ryzen 7 CPU and RTX 2050 GPU for engineering use, and has a screen with better color coverage, making it ideal for design work where color fidelity is crucial. The Lenovo also nudges ahead in portability and has superior keyboard quality, while both contain elements affecting distraction during work, such as operating noise, which is adequately managed.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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
7.2/10
7.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good portability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is one of the most powerful RTX 3050 Ti laptops. If you disregard the mediocre quality of the case in terms of the material and workmanship, Lenovo has created a successful budget gaming laptop with the IdeaPad Gaming. Thanks to high TDPs and constant performance development, the Core i5-12500H and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti are able to show their full power, while in contrast, the (mostly slower) competitors deliver a better battery life. However, hardly any of the alternative laptops are able to reach the image quality of the Gaming 3. Most of the competitors are left behind in terms of the color space and brightness."
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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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