When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, consider the primary use. The ASUS is designed for high-performance needs such as gaming or intensive graphics work, offering stronger graphics capabilities and faster processing, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable. The ThinkPad X13, on the other hand, is more suited for business and general use, with greater portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, while still providing sufficient performance for everyday tasks but not for demanding graphics-intensive applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its gaming-oriented hardware, offers high CPU and RAM capacity for intensive tasks but tends to be heavier and have shorter battery life, affecting portability. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, designed more for business users, provides a balance of good CPU performance and RAM with better portability and longer battery life, making it very suitable for general use where screen quality and convenience are prioritized.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, designed for gaming, typically has a higher-end GPU and a screen with a faster refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals in fast-paced games. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while having a capable CPU and decent screen quality, doesn't match the ASUS's performance in gaming due to a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 both offer panels with ample resolution and brightness, ensuring crisp, clear images and good visibility under various lighting conditions. In engineering and design tasks, accurate color representation is crucial, and both laptops have screens that cover a wide range of color gamuts, making them suitable for detailed and color-critical work. However, when it comes to gaming and 3D applications, which require smoothly rendered motion, the lower refresh rates on these laptops' screens may not provide the fluid experience desired by enthusiasts and professionals in those fields.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,374
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its higher-end CPU, GPU, and ample RAM, excels in demanding engineering tasks and graphics-intensive applications, while also offering superior screen quality for precise visuals, but it's less portable and might be louder. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while still capable for engineering software, focuses on portability and has a well-regarded keyboard, making it suitable for on-the-go professionals who also prioritize typing comfort and quieter operation.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.2/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X13 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 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.
Software Development
7.7/10
8.1/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X13 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
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
8.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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 ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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