When considering the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, your decision largely depends on the intended use. If you need a laptop for high-end gaming or demanding applications like video editing and 3D modeling, the ASUS, with its superior graphics and processing power, is better suited despite its higher cost and lesser portability. Conversely, if you're looking for a machine for everyday tasks, web browsing, and light productivity, the Lenovo offers a more budget-friendly option with adequate performance, easier portability, and potentially longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
Good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a top-tier GPU and high screen refresh rates, which are crucial for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, while still providing good performance for such tasks with a capable GPU and decent refresh rate, falls a bit behind the ASUS in these areas. Both laptops have impactful CPUs and screen quality, but these factors are less critical when differentiating between the two, especially in gaming where GPU and refresh rate take precedence.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.1/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a high-end CPU and GPU, substantial RAM, and a top-tier screen quality which are crucial for demanding tasks in engineering and design software; however, it's less portable and might be louder under load due to its powerful components. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i also offers good performance and screen quality for engineering and design, and benefits from greater portability, but may sacrifice some power compared to the ASUS, affecting the speed of complex operations.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Screen Quality
8.8/10
7.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a high-resolution display with vibrant brightness, making it excellent for general use, and its wide color gamut ensures accurate colors for engineering and design tasks. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming and 3D applications, which require smooth motion. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i similarly provides robust resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and has a decent color range for creative work but falls short for gaming and 3D due to its less than ideal refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,599
$950
$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 Pro 5i costs $950.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with a more powerful CPU and RAM, excels at demanding tasks and offers a superior screen quality for vivid visuals, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, which provides ample performance for everyday tasks with better portability and longer battery life. While both have sufficient storage, the Lenovo's quieter operation and efficient heat management make it more suitable for use in quieter environments or for prolonged periods.
Software Development
8.0/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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 G16 (2024) and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 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."
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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