When deciding between the Asus ROG Strix G16 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, consider that the Asus often offers higher performance, making it better for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. However, the Lenovo, being slimmer, is more portable, making it easier to carry around for everyday use or for professionals who travel frequently. The Asus might have a shorter battery life due to its power, whereas the Lenovo, being less performance-intensive, could last longer on a single charge. If budget is a concern, the Lenovo provides a more affordable option with a balanced performance that's suitable for general use and some engineering tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8/10
8.0/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, providing sharp images and comfortable viewing even in well-lit environments. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, while slightly less impressive, still delivers clarity and brightness suitable for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, the ASUS stands out with a wider color gamut, allowing for more precise color work, while the Legion Slim 5i offers good but not as extensive color representation; however, both fall short for 3D and gaming as their lower refresh rates may lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness in fast-paced visuals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i has 7 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.
Cost
$1,599
$1,055
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i costs $1,055.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, provides a smooth experience for demanding applications and multitasking, complemented by a high-quality screen, but is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to more travel-friendly laptops. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i also offers a quality CPU and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks on a good screen, while being easier to carry around with a longer-lasting battery, but may not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
8.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it excellent for smooth and visually demanding gaming experiences as well as 3D applications. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i also offers a solid GPU and an adequate refresh rate, while providing the added benefit of a more portable design, though screen quality and CPU, while still commendable, may not match the ASUS for those with the most intensive performance needs.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is equipped with a powerful CPU, high RAM capacity, advanced GPU, and a high-quality screen ideal for demanding engineering and design tasks, but it is less portable and might have higher operating noise. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i also offers strong performance with a robust CPU, ample RAM, and capable GPU, all while providing better portability, with tradeoffs possibly in speaker and keyboard quality compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.4/10
8.0/10
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) and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i are both very good for content creation.
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
7.8/10
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
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Lenovo Legion Slim 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 Legion Slim 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."
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
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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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