If you prioritize higher battery capacity and a larger screen for an immersive experience and don't mind a heavier setup, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 could be a good fit, particularly if higher refresh rates are important for fast-paced gaming or smooth visuals. However, if you're looking for a slightly lighter laptop with marginally better portability, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro may be more suitable, although it has a smaller screen and less battery capacity. Both laptops offer powerful processors and GPUs suitable for gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering work. Keep in mind the ASUS comes at a slightly higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good battery life
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G18.
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
7.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out for general use thanks to its brighter screen and higher color accuracy, paired with a top-tier CPU for superior performance; however, it's less portable and has a shorter battery life than the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro, which offers a balanced combination of good performance, better battery life, and lighter weight for easier carrying. While both have high-quality keyboards and sufficient RAM and storage for typical tasks, the Lenovo is more practical for on-the-go use, and the ASUS excels in screen quality and compute power for more demanding applications.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.8/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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
8.7/10
8.0/10
18.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
340.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering screen quality for general use, the ASUS and Lenovo have clear, bright displays with high resolution that make viewing documents and browsing the web pleasant. Their wide color gamuts ensure that professionals in engineering and design see accurate colors, essential for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, the lower refresh rates on these screens may result in less fluid visuals compared to models specialized for those purposes.
Battery
8.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has 3.5 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
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
16.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,299
$1,140
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $2,299 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 costs $1,140.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts a very high screen refresh rate and a robust GPU which are pivotal for smooth and immersive gaming and 3D experiences; though the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 also has a strong GPU and high-quality display, the ASUS edges ahead particularly due to its superior refresh rate. Both laptops feature great CPUs and screen quality, but the ASUS's top-end refresh rate and Lenovo's slightly lower refresh rate, although still commendable, will appeal to gamers and professionals in 3D fields looking for fluid visuals and responsiveness.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 are suited for engineering and design due to their high-performance CPUs, large amounts of RAM, and powerful GPUs tailored for demanding tasks; both feature quality screens with high resolution and color accuracy, which is crucial for precision work. However, the ASUS has a slight edge in screen size and brightness, enhancing visual workspace and clarity, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 offers better portability and build quality, making it a more travel-friendly option without compromising much on performance.
Software Development
8.1/10
7.6/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G18 to be very good for software development, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Lenovo Legion Pro 5 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 G18 and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 compare to other laptops
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
"It doesn't quite match its Legion Pro 7i sibling as an Editors' Choice winner, but Lenovo's AMD-powered Legion Pro 5 Gen 8 is a stylish, well-built gaming laptop with solid performance at both 1080p and its sharper native resolution. It's cheaper than some comparably equipped machines and better than some similarly priced ones. That's a recipe for success, even without its frequent availability of discounts or sales. A brighter screen and longer battery life would be nice, but even as is the Legion Pro 5 earns a solid recommendation."
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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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