If performance is a priority, especially for 3D rendering or machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 might suit you better; however, it's heavier, which compromises portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion 7 offers slightly less performance but has a higher portability due to its lighter weight and better battery life. Both laptops are similarly priced and have the same amount of storage and RAM, but if you're looking for better screen quality for general and engineering use, the Legion 7 has an edge. Overall, the ASUS is tailored more toward intensive gaming and demanding tasks, while the Lenovo balances between performance and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 7
Very good overall build quality
Good portability
Good battery life
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
7.8/10
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 G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Legion 7 is good.
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
8.2/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo Legion 7 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a more powerful CPU and GPU, which could better meet the demands of compute-intensive engineering and design tasks, and it offers a high-quality screen, critical for detailed work, though it is less portable due to its size and weight. Conversely, the Lenovo Legion 7, while still offering reliable performance for engineering and design purposes, stands out with superior speaker quality and a more portable design, making it a good option for users who prioritize mobility and audio experience alongside their professional needs.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
469.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 7 for gaming and AI, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo Legion 7 both have high-resolution displays and excellent brightness, making text and images sharp and easy to view, which is ideal for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. For engineers and designers, these laptops' displays cover a wide range of colors, ensuring accuracy when working on projects that demand color precision. However, their lower refresh rates hold them back for gaming and 3D work, as these activities benefit from higher refresh rates for smoother visuals and more fluid motion.
Battery
3.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 7 has 6.5 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
Good
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo Legion 7 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Lenovo Legion 7 costs $1,500.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo Legion 7 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a very high-quality display and top-tier CPU and RAM, suited for demanding tasks but is heavier and has a shorter battery life, impacting portability for general use. In contrast, the Lenovo Legion 7, while it also has a high-quality screen and sufficient processing power, is more portable due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, making it practical for everyday carry and use.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G17 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 7 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.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo Legion 7 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the Lenovo Legion 7 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 Legion 7 is a fast 16-inch gamer with 165 Hz display. The new Lenovo Legion 7 is a very good gaming notebook that, despite its comparatively compact compact 16-inch case, does not have to do without the most powerful components. Thanks to good cooling, no compromises are made in terms of performance. Both the Core i9-12900HX and the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti perform at a very high level."
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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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