If you need superior performance for activities like 3D design, machine learning, or high-end gaming, and don't mind spending more, then the ASUS ROG Strix may suit you better despite being less portable and having shorter battery life. However, if you prefer a balance between cost and capability, with better portability and longer battery life for general use and moderate gaming, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 could be a more economical choice. Remember, the higher cost of the ASUS also reflects its more advanced features and specifications which may only be necessary for particularly demanding software and tasks. 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 Gaming 3
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 with its superior CPU and RAM handles demanding tasks smoothly and offers an immersive experience thanks to its high-quality screen, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life which may not suit those on the move. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, while still capable for general use and gaming, is more portable and usually provides better battery life, but it compromises slightly on screen quality and raw performance.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Gaming 3 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 comes with a top-tier GPU and high screen refresh rate which makes it outstanding for gaming and 3D applications, ensuring smooth and visually stunning experiences. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, while capable, has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, so its performance in gaming and 3D tasks is decent but not as exceptional as the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
7.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 typically comes with higher-end CPUs and GPUs, along with more RAM, which are vital for demanding tasks in engineering and design, as well as superior screen quality for precise visuals. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3, while still capable, might offer slightly less powerful specs, which can affect performance during intensive work, but it usually benefits from greater portability and quieter operation, which can be appealing for users on the go.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 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
7.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Gaming 3 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
7.2/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 likely has a high-resolution display with excellent color accuracy, providing crisp and vibrant visuals for engineering and design tasks but falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth. The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 offers satisfactory visuals with decent color representation for everyday tasks and professional work, but like the ASUS, its refresh rate might be too low for the seamless gameplay experience that gamers seek. For both laptops, despite strong general use and engineering capabilities, gaming and 3D applications could suffer from less fluid motion and responsiveness.
Portability
Poor
Good
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 has 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
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$549
$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 Gaming 3 costs $549.
"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 Gaming 3 is one of the most powerful RTX 3050 Ti laptops. If you disregard the mediocre quality of the case in terms of the material and workmanship, Lenovo has created a successful budget gaming laptop with the IdeaPad Gaming. Thanks to high TDPs and constant performance development, the Core i5-12500H and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti are able to show their full power, while in contrast, the (mostly slower) competitors deliver a better battery life. However, hardly any of the alternative laptops are able to reach the image quality of the Gaming 3. Most of the competitors are left behind in terms of the color space and brightness."
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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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