If you prioritize gaming or engineering and can invest more, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is better suited with stronger graphics and processor, though it is heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is more affordable and has a lighter build, making it great for general use and carrying around. It offers solid performance, but it's not as powerful for heavy-duty tasks. Battery life is superior on the IdeaPad 5 Pro, extending its use between charges. Both have similar screen sizes and resolutions, yet the ROG Strix G17 has a significantly higher refresh rate, benefiting fast-paced applications and games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
Good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
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
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro in gaming and 3D primarily due to its superior GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4060, and a higher screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, compared to the RTX 3050 GPU and 120 Hz refresh rate on the IdeaPad 5 Pro. While both have good CPUs and screen quality, these two factors are critical for smoother imagery and rendering, making the ASUS the better option for demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.2/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.5/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
8.4/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 likely has a display with a high resolution and brightness, along with a panel type that renders sharp and vibrant images, making it ideal for tasks like browsing and video watching, which are common in general use. For engineering and design, this laptop's display probably supports a wide range of colors, essential for precision work requiring accurate color reproduction. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, its lower refresh rate can make fast-paced visuals less fluid, detracting from the immersive experience these activities demand.
Battery
3.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$1,162
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $1,162.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a high-performance CPU and high-quality screen, making it suitable for demanding tasks and entertainment, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, which offers considerable portability and longevity, essential for general usage on the go, despite having a less powerful CPU and less vibrant screen quality.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for software development.
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 G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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 G17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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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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