If you're focusing on intensive tasks like gaming or video editing, the ASUS ROG Strix, with its higher performance, is well-suited despite the cost. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad is more budget-friendly and offers a larger screen, which is good for everyday use and watching videos, although it won't handle demanding software as smoothly. The ASUS also tends to have a shorter battery life due to its powerful hardware. For someone who frequently travels, the Lenovo is lighter and thus more portable. Consider what you'll be using the laptop for the most to determine if the ASUS's performance or the Lenovo's cost-savings and portability aligns with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17"
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
307.0 nits
8.0 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 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its superior CPU and RAM, offers better performance for demanding applications and multitasking, along with a high-quality screen that appeals to those needing crisp visuals for gaming or creative work; however, it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to lighter laptops. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" still performs well in general use and is easier to carry around with a longer battery life, though its screen and components might not handle intensive tasks as smoothly, and it might not feel as premium in terms of keyboard and speaker quality.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
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 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a powerful GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it excellent for gaming and 3D applications where smooth and detailed visuals are crucial. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 has a modest GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, which means it can handle lighter gaming and 3D tasks but won't perform as well with more demanding graphics and fast-paced action.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.6/10
9.9/10
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 (2024) is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design applications, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 has more modest specifications that may struggle with intensive tasks, though it is lighter and easier to carry. Additionally, the ASUS offers superior screen quality critical for detailed work, while the Lenovo provides a satisfactory experience with benefits like quieter operation and a more comfortable keyboard.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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
8.0/10
7.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" 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.
Screen Quality
8.8/10
6.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
459.0 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.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers great visuals with high resolution and brightness, making viewing documents, browsing, and video playback crisp and clear. The detailed color reproduction of the ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its wide color gamut coverage, benefits professionals in engineering and design, ensuring accurate color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may not provide as smooth an experience as desired, where fluid motion and quick screen updates are crucial.
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 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) 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
$1,599
$784
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17" costs $784.
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"The Lenovo 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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