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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or tasks like 3D modeling and machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 with a higher-end GPU and better performance might be the better option despite being less portable and more expensive. However, if you're looking for a more affordable laptop primarily for general use and prefer a larger screen and better battery life, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" could meet your needs while also being lighter and offering good heat management. The ASUS also features a high refresh rate display, making it better suited for fast-motion content like gaming. Keep in mind that the ASUS has a more gaming-centric appearance and more ports for connectivity, while the Lenovo has a more subdued look and fewer ports. Both laptops have enough power for everyday tasks and support casual gaming, but the ASUS stands out for more intensive uses. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.1
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers better performance for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which enables smoother and more responsive visuals. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" comes with an integrated AMD Vega 7 GPU and a standard 60 Hz screen refresh rate, which are less suited for intensive graphic tasks but may benefit those seeking a larger screen and a lighter laptop for everyday use.
Engineering and Design
8.3
6.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is better suited for engineering and design due to its more powerful processor, additional RAM, and higher-end GPU, which significantly enhance performance and screen quality. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 has a less powerful CPU and GPU, and less RAM, which makes it less capable for demanding engineering software, despite being more portable and potentially quieter.
Content Creation
7.9
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.5
6.7
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" both offer screens with resolutions and panel types that provide clear and sharp images, making them suitable for general use where reading and browsing are common activities. For engineering and design, both have displays that cover a wide range of colors, ensuring that professionals who need color accuracy for their work are well-served. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-paced visuals are crucial, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and more noticeable screen tearing during rapid movements or complex animations.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.5
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,374
$784
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" costs $784.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 stands out for general use with its superior processing power and RAM, facilitating smooth multitasking and demanding applications, alongside a high-quality display and ample battery life, although it's less portable due to its weight. In comparison, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" offers a larger screen and excellent battery life, making it suitable for general use, with the added advantage of being lighter for better portability, though it trades off some performance due to a less powerful processor and less RAM.
Software Development
7.7
7.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" has 9 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,374 | $784 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 4.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 10.79" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 45 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 307 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
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Alex Iliev | December 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" defies expectations. Indeed, it is just a minor upgrade over last year. However, this doesn’t make the laptop any less terrific. It’s got a great performance, courtesy of the Ryzen 5x25U processors. In addition, you get a pretty good battery life. Perhaps, the 2-hour decrease in video playback, compared to last year is not great, but still, 10 hours of Web browsing and 7 hours of video playback is okay for 17-inch notebooks."
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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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