The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is likely tailored for high-performance tasks like gaming, 3D design, or machine learning, offering powerful hardware suited for these purposes. This means you would enjoy smoother performance for such activities, at the expense of paying more. It may also be bulkier and have a shorter battery life due to its powerful components. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15 is probably more affordable and could offer adequate performance for general use like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. It is also likely to be more portable and have longer battery life, which makes it suitable for everyday tasks and those who are on the go. Consider what you'll use your laptop for the most and whether the additional cost of the ASUS is justified by your need for its advanced capabilities. 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 V15
Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
6.1/10
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
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers superior gaming and 3D performance with its high-end Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a screen refresh rate that's suitable for fast-paced visuals, while the Lenovo V15, with its integrated AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 graphics and a lower refresh rate, provides a fair experience that may be adequate for less graphic-intensive games and applications. Additionally, the Strix G16's higher-tier CPU and better screen quality contribute to its advantage in more demanding scenarios, although the V15 could still be competent for general use and lighter tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
6.3/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 trumps the Lenovo V15 for engineering and design due to its superior CPU and GPU, which are essential for compute-intensive tasks, and a high-quality screen that benefits detailed work. Although both have the same amount of RAM, the ASUS offers a better balance of performance for demanding programs, while the Lenovo, being lighter and quieter, may appeal to those prioritizing portability and minimal operational noise over raw power.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.3/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo V15 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.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.1/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo V15 are both good for software development, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 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
7.5/10
5.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a display that excels for general use and engineering with its crisp resolution and high brightness, ensuring vibrant and clear images, while its wide color gamut supports precise color work necessary for design tasks; however, its lower refresh rate hampers the smooth visuals critical for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15's screen quality isn't optimal for any category due to a lower resolution and dimmer display, which impacts sharpness and visibility, and it lacks the broad color range essential for detail-oriented engineering and design work, plus its inferior refresh rate doesn't provide fluency for 3D tasks. These differences highlight that the ASUS is a better fit for demanding visual tasks outside of gaming, whereas the Lenovo V15 may fall short for users who prioritize display quality in any field.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo V15 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 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
$579
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its robust Intel i7 processor, dedicated Nvidia graphics, and a high refresh-rate IPS display, offers strong performance and screen quality suitable for a high-end gaming experience and demanding tasks, but it is heavier and has lower portability due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15, with ample storage and an AMD Ryzen processor, ensures smooth general usage, better portability owing to its lower weight and more portable design, but offers a standard display and less powerful integrated graphics, making it less suitable for intensive gaming or high-performance needs.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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