The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers superior performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming due to its high-end processor and graphics card. However, it is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i. On the other hand, the Slim 5i is lighter and has a longer battery life, making it better for on-the-go use. It is also more budget-friendly but has lower performance for intensive tasks. Both laptops have good displays and keyboards, but the Strix G17 has higher screen refresh rates and resolution, which may be beneficial for gaming and detailed work. 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 Slim 5i
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 outperforms in gaming and 3D tasks due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and an impressive screen refresh rate of 240Hz, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, with its Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, offers more basic gaming and 3D capabilities. While both laptops have similar CPUs and quality IPS displays, the superior GPU and refresh rate of the ASUS make it better suited for demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.0/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 Slim 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
8.4/10
6.4/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, screen quality hinges on clarity and comfort, where the ASUS excels with a bright, high-resolution display, while the Lenovo has a decent display but might not be as sharp or bright. In engineering and design, color accuracy is crucial; the ASUS's display covers a wide range of colors, making it suitable for these tasks, whereas the Lenovo offers acceptable color ranges but less precision for professional work. When it comes to gaming and 3D, the ASUS's lower refresh rate hampers smooth motion rendering, making it less ideal for fast-paced visuals, while the Lenovo also falls short in this regard due to similar limitations.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 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
4.1 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$828
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a premium gaming experience with a high-end CPU and GPU, larger screen with high refresh rate, and extensive RAM, but it is less portable due to its size and shorter battery life; whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, while featuring a less powerful CPU and integrated graphics, boasts a longer battery life and is more lightweight, making it highly portable for everyday general use. Both laptops have quality screens and sufficient RAM for general tasks, but the ASUS excels in performance and the Lenovo in portability and battery efficiency.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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 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 G17 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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 device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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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