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ROG Strix G16 (2024)
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Updated June 22, 2024·

For a balance of performance and cost, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a strong contender, offering a high-quality display with excellent color accuracy and a robust build that's slightly more portable than the Lenovo. It's well-suited for engineering tasks and general use, with ample power for gaming and 3D rendering, though it falls short for intensive gaming sessions due to its less powerful GPU compared to the Lenovo. On the other hand, if you're looking for top-tier gaming performance and don't mind a higher price tag, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i stands out with its superior GPU, ensuring smoother gameplay and better handling of machine learning tasks. It also boasts a superior webcam and speaker quality, enhancing the overall multimedia experience. However, its battery life is shorter, and it's slightly heavier, which may impact its portability. Consider the ASUS for a more cost-effective solution with strong all-around performance and better battery life, especially if you're frequently on the move. Opt for the Lenovo if you prioritize the ultimate gaming experience, superior audio-visual capabilities, and can compromise a bit on portability and battery life. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
  • Very good for software development
  • Good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)
  • Excellent for engineering and design
  • Excellent for gaming and AI
  • Very good overall build quality
  • Best in class speakers
  • Excellent keyboard

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

8.4
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
9.1
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) is excellent for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good.

Screen Quality

8.8
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
8.7
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i for software development.

Battery

8.0 Hours
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has 5 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

7.8
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
8.5
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has good build quality.

Cost

$1,600
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
$1,970
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$500

$1,000

$1,500

$2,000

$2,500

$3,000

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,600 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) costs $1,970.
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Key similarities

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General Use

8.1
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
8.1
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) are both very good for general use.

Engineering and Design

8.8
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
9.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) to be excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good.

Content Creation

8.4
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
8.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) are both very good for content creation.

Software Development

8.0
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
7.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) is good.

Portability

Fair
ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)

GENERAL

Price
$1,600
$1,970
Release Date
January 1, 2024February 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05''14.3'' x 10.3'' x 1.02''
Weight
5.51 lbs5.78 lbs
Width
13.94"14.31"
Depth
10.39"10.32"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i9-14900HXIntel i9-14900HX
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
22
Storage
1024 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
8 Hours5 Hours
Battery Capacity
90 Wh99.9 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"16"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2560 x 16002560 x 1600
Refresh Rate
240Hz240Hz
Display Brightness
459 nits469 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.8/108.5/10
Portability Score
6.5/106.4/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
YesYes
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.3/106.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7.5/109/10
Speaker Quality Score
8/109.8/10
Webcam
720p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
24
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
33
Thunderbolt Version
44

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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)

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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 Legion Pro 7i (2024)

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Florian Glaser | February 2023
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."

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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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