If you prioritize maximum performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering tasks and don't mind spending more, the Lenovo Legion 9i could serve you well; it also has a higher build quality and a better keyboard, but it's less portable given its heavier weight and larger power brick. However, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option that still offers good gaming and general performance, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is a solid choice, offering a high refresh rate display and solid heat management, with the trade-off being lower build quality and a less exceptional keyboard. Neither laptop is highly portable due to their size and weight, and both have considerable power for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion 9i.
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
Very good for general use
Best in class for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Best in class overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
682.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i is rated higher for general use than the ASUS ROG Strix G17 because it boasts a more powerful Intel processor and double the RAM, which contributes to better multitasking and overall performance. Additionally, the Legion 9i offers superior screen quality with a higher resolution and brighter display along with better portability due to its lighter weight and more compact size, despite having similar battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is equipped with the Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and boasts a high screen refresh rate of 240hz, making it very good for gaming and 3D applications due to smooth visuals. However, the Lenovo Legion 9i comes with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a Mini LED display, which contributes to it being excellent for gaming and 3D by providing both enhanced graphic performance and higher screen quality, albeit with a slightly lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
9.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i stands out for engineering and design use mainly due to its superior processor, double the RAM of the Asus ROG Strix G17, and a more powerful GPU, paired with an exceptional Mini LED screen providing higher resolution and brightness. While the Asus offers solid performance with its AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, the Legion's higher-end Intel CPU and RTX 4080 GPU, along with its screen's stunning color accuracy and contrast, make it more suitable for demanding tasks, despite being slightly less portable due to its weight.
Software Development
7.7/10
8.3/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
9.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3200 x 2000
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
682.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering a laptop for general use, the Lenovo Legion 9i stands out for its crisp resolution and bright display, enhancing the overall visual experience more so than the ASUS ROG Strix G17. For engineering and design tasks, the Legion 9i's wider color gamuts ensure a more accurate color representation which is essential for precise work, giving it an edge over the Strix G17. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to laptops designed specifically for these purposes.
Portability
Poor
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
16.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair 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 9i 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
$3,420
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the Lenovo Legion 9i costs $3,420.
The Lenovo Legion 9i and ASUS ROG Strix G17 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.
Battery
3.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the Lenovo Legion 9i 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 9i is meant as a top-end flagship showcase for enthusiasts, and on that, it delivers. You'll find flashier designs in this price tier—Razer’s all-metal build in a similarly sized laptop like the Blade 16, or monstrous 18-inch machines—but this is a well-thought-out laptop. The chassis is trim for a 16-inch powerhouse, the lid is unique, and bespoke liquid cooling takes performance to the next 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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