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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 provides solid performance for general use and gaming, offering a larger storage capacity than the Lenovo LOQ 16. It boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor along with an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU. However, its battery life falls short compared to the Lenovo LOQ 16. The Lenovo LOQ 16, on the other hand, is more portable and includes a newer AMD Ryzen 7 processor and the RTX 4050 GPU, which is better for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering. Additionally, this laptop has a better screen aspect ratio and higher pixel density, enhancing its display quality. If portability, cutting-edge GPU, and a sharper screen are priorities, consider the Lenovo LOQ 16, but if you value more storage and robust general performance at a slightly higher price, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 could be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
- Good portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.0
7.5
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo LOQ 16 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card and a 144Hz refresh rate screen making it suitable for gaming and 3D tasks by providing smooth visuals and rendering capabilities. In comparison, the Lenovo LOQ 16 includes a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and the same 144Hz screen refresh rate, offering higher-quality gaming graphics and better performance for 3D applications.
Screen Quality
7.1
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 16 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G15 for content creation.
When considering laptops for general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo LOQ 16 both offer clear and bright displays with ample resolution, which are key factors for tasks like browsing the web, streaming video, and working with documents. For engineering and design, both laptops possess good color accuracy and wide color gamuts necessary for professionals who need precise color representation for tasks such as photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smooth motion, the lower refresh rates on these models might disappoint as they can't provide the fluid visuals one would want for fast-paced games or creating 3D models.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,249
$740
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $740.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
284.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo LOQ 16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 are both suitable for general use because they feature high-performance CPUs, ample RAM, and quality IPS displays with good resolution and refresh rates; however, the ASUS is lighter and has a slightly longer battery life, making it more portable, while the Lenovo offers a higher screen resolution and brightness, with a larger battery and a more modern operating system, though it is a bit heavier. The ASUS also comes with a gaming laptop appearance and hardware ray tracing capabilities, which could be appealing for entry-level gaming, whereas the Lenovo, with its more understated design, could be preferred for a mix of work and play in various environments.
Engineering and Design
7.6
7.9
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is highly regarded for engineering and design use because it comes with a newer, potent processor and graphics unit, a higher screen resolution, better brightness and contrast, which enhances visual tasks, and it's more recent, potentially offering access to the latest technological improvements.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo LOQ 16 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
7.5
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
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 LOQ 16 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Lenovo LOQ 16 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 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G15 | Lenovo LOQ 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,249 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.92'' | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 10.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 284 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Marius Schell | February 2021
"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."
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Christian Hintze | September 2023
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."
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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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