If you prioritize gaming or require high-performance for tasks like 3D rendering or engineering software, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a powerful processor and graphics card suitable for such demands but is less portable due to its size and weight. Conversely, if you prefer a more portable and affordable option that is suitable for general use, with a much longer battery life for everyday tasks like browsing, productivity applications, or even light photo editing, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is a better fit; however, its performance for intensive tasks will be significantly lower than the ASUS. 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 7i
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.1/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
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 7i is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers higher performance for engineering and design with its more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, and superior screen quality which is evident from a larger, high refresh rate display with better color coverage, making it very good for such tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while still capable for engineering with its Intel i7 CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, has a smaller screen and lower color coverage, but gains in portability and has a higher-quality build, making it a good, more portable option for engineering and design use.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.7/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 7i 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
6.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When considering screen quality for general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i both offer clear, bright displays with high resolutions, making them suitable for daily tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design work, the ASUS laptop provides a wider color gamut, delivering more precise color reproduction, which is essential for professionals who need color accuracy for their projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS falls short as it doesn't have as high of a refresh rate as dedicated gaming laptops, leading to less fluid motion and potential screen tearing during fast-paced action.
Battery
3.0 Hours
11.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has 11.5 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
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$899
$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 7i costs $899.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 with its powerful CPU and dedicated GPU, along with a larger, high-refresh-rate screen, excels in performance and display quality, but its size and battery life are less conducive to portability compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i, while having a capable CPU for general tasks and a decent screen, stands out for its superior portability and longer battery life, making it well-suited for on-the-go use despite its lower storage capacity.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i 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 7i 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."
"Among Lenovo's multiple laptop brands, the IdeaPad family is decidedly the one designed for consumers: people who want decent performance at a reasonable price. Consider, then, this laptop a paragon for the pickier members of that crowd. With a 14-inch touch-enabled display, a comfortable keyboard, an Evo-certified Intel Core i7 11th Generation CPU, and the latest Windows 11 operating system, the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro ultraportable ($1,199 as tested) is a slick mainstream machine at a bit of a premium price, and quite capable for everyday tasks."
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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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