If you need a laptop for gaming, 3D design, or intensive machine learning tasks, the Asus is designed for high performance but it is heavier and typically has shorter battery life, making it less convenient for travel. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro offers a balance of performance and portability, suitable for everyday use and lighter engineering tasks, and generally provides better battery life, all at a lower price point, but it won't handle demanding applications as smoothly as the Asus. Choose based on whether portability and price or raw performance are your priority. 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
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
Good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 excels in CPU and RAM, making it highly suitable for demanding tasks and multitasking, with a high-quality screen that's great for visuals, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life, which might not suit those constantly on the move. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, while still performing well for general use with adequate CPU and RAM, offers better portability and longer battery life, making it a better choice for those who value mobility and all-day use, albeit with a slight compromise in high-end performance.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts a top-tier GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it ideal for demanding gaming and 3D applications where smooth and detailed graphics are paramount. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, while competent with a decent CPU and screen quality, falls short in graphics performance and refresh rate, limiting its ability to deliver the same level of gaming and 3D content creation experience.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
7.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-end CPU, ample RAM, and powerful GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering software and presents visuals with superior screen quality, though it may be less portable and noisier under load. In comparison, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro still performs well with quality components but trades some processing power and graphics capabilities for enhanced portability and potentially quieter operation.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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.
Software Development
8.5/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro 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
8.7/10
7.8/10
18.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a vivid display for tasks like browsing, document editing, and media consumption, the ASUS' superior resolution and brightness offer a crisp and vibrant experience for general use. For engineering and design work, the ASUS again stands out, providing broader color ranges ensuring your work appears with accurate colors and contrast. However, if gaming or 3D rendering is your focus, neither laptop excels due to their lower refresh rates, but the Lenovo with its sufficient resolution and acceptable panel type still provides an adequate visual experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 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
Good
18.0in
SIZE
16.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,203
$1,162
$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 5 Pro costs $1,162.
"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 Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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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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