If you need a laptop for gaming, 3D design, or machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix with its high performance and graphics capabilities is suitable; however, it's less portable and more expensive. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad is more budget-friendly and easier to carry, making it good for general tasks like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption but not for performance-heavy tasks. The ASUS also typically has a shorter battery life due to its powerful components. Choose the Lenovo for casual use and the ASUS if you require a laptop for high-end tasks and can justify the extra cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
6.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM, which results in smoother performance for demanding tasks, and it has superior screen quality for a vivid display, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to lighter laptops. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" prioritizes portability and longer battery life, yet falls short in general use due to a less robust CPU and less RAM, which could lead to slower performance, especially with multiple applications running or more intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
5.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a powerful GPU and high screen refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a less capable GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, resulting in poor performance for these tasks. Additionally, while the CPU and screen quality of the ASUS enhance the gaming experience further, the Lenovo's more basic CPU and screen quality align with its suitability for lighter everyday use.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
5.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a powerful CPU, high-capacity RAM, advanced GPU, and a high-quality screen that are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" lacks these high-performance components, making it less suitable for such specialized work. Although the IdeaPad is more portable and may have decent keyboard and speaker quality, its capabilities are outmatched by the ASUS when it comes to resource-intensive applications, despite the latter being heavier and possibly louder due to cooling fans needed for its more powerful hardware.
Content Creation
8.8/10
6.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
8.5/10
6.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
8.7/10
5.3/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a vivid display for productivity and creative tasks, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers high resolution and a wide color gamut that benefits engineering and design work, but its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a screen that may be less sharp, dim, and lacking in color accuracy, making it less suitable for both general use and specialized tasks. However, it's important to consider that while the ASUS may provide a superior visual experience, it typically comes at a higher price point and possibly with a heavier form factor, compared to the typically more affordable and lightweight Lenovo.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$153
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $153.
"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."
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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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