If high performance for gaming or intensive tasks is a priority and budget is less of a concern, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers powerful hardware suited for these needs but is heavier and will likely have a shorter battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is more budget-friendly, offers sufficient performance for general use and business applications, is lighter, and typically has longer battery life, making it a better option for portability and everyday tasks. Consider how you plan to use the laptop most frequently to guide your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 comes with a high-end GPU and a superior screen refresh rate, making it excellent for gaming and 3D applications where smooth visuals are crucial. Although the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has quality components, its GPU and screen refresh rate are not on par with the ASUS, thus it offers a fair experience for those activities but excels in business and general use with robust build quality and enterprise features.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 typically comes with higher-end CPUs, more RAM, and powerful GPUs that excel in demanding engineering applications and provide superior screen quality for detailed designs, although it may not be as portable and could have louder operating noise. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while also capable for engineering tasks, prioritizes portability and has a reputation for durable keyboard quality, but it usually offers less powerful specs compared to the ASUS, which may affect performance in the most intensive tasks.
Screen Quality
8.7/10
6.9/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a high-quality display with strong resolution and vivid colors, making it suitable for detailed engineering and design work that relies on accurate color reproduction. However, its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming or 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 provides a solid balance of resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, and decent color gamut for professional work, yet it also falls short for gaming or 3D content due to its less impressive refresh rate.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,299
$1,241
$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 ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-quality display and robust CPU and RAM, excels in handling demanding tasks like gaming or 3D modeling, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life, making it cumbersome for on-the-go use. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while offering a balance of performance suitable for everyday tasks, emphasizes longer battery life and better portability, making it ideal for users who prioritize mobility and all-day use without compromising on screen clarity and smooth multitasking.
Content Creation
8.6/10
8.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.1/10
8.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 are both very 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 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 ThinkPad T14 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."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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