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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or demanding software tasks, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers better performance with a possible trade-off in battery life and portability due to its larger size and power consumption. On the other hand, if you value a lightweight, more portable laptop for general use and business applications, and if long battery life is important to you, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x could be more suitable for your needs. Choose the ASUS for its higher performance capabilities in resource-intensive tasks or the Lenovo for everyday productivity with the ease of carrying it around. 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
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4
6.6
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 boasts a high-end GPU and a high screen refresh rate, which are critical for smooth and visually impressive gaming and 3D rendering experiences. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while offering decent performance and screen quality, falls short in the graphics department and doesn't match the refresh rate needed for the best gaming and 3D results.
Engineering and Design
8.8
7.9
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
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 ThinkBook 13x is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is equipped with high-performance CPU, GPU, and ample RAM, along with a superior screen quality, making it excellent for demanding engineering tasks and design work. While the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, also with good CPU and sufficient RAM, is lighter and more portable with a quality keyboard, it offers less graphical power and a smaller screen, which may be a trade-off for on-the-go professionals who still require capability for less intensive engineering software.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.2
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x for gaming and AI, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x both boast high-resolution displays with robust brightness and clarity, making for an excellent viewing experience in daily tasks and professional design work where precision and color accuracy are vital. However, their lack of a high refresh rate, which is crucial for the smooth visuals required in gaming and 3D applications, marks them as less suitable for those specific use cases. The screens on these laptops excel in color reproduction for engineering and design due to covering a wide color gamut, but gamers and 3D designers might find the slower refresh rates a drawback for fast-paced visuals.
Battery
3.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.5in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its high-end CPU and ample RAM, offers robust performance for demanding tasks and gaming but is less portable and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with its good screen quality and lighter build, provides a balance for everyday tasks and mobility, and while it still delivers decent performance, it might not handle intensive tasks as smoothly as the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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.
Software Development
7.7
7.9
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS ROG Strix G17 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
7.6
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G17 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.21'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 320 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Mark Knapp | October 2023
"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."
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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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