For high-performance gaming or demanding tasks such as 3D rendering and machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers robust capabilities but comes at a higher cost and is less portable, with shorter battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is more affordable and portable with longer battery life, making it suitable for general use and lightweight engineering tasks. Consider how much you value performance for specific applications against the need for mobility and battery life when making your decision. 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 Slim 7i Pro
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a higher-end CPU and more RAM, which translates to smoother multitasking and better suitability for demanding applications, along with superior screen quality for vivid visuals; however, it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro, which, while still offering decent performance and a good screen for everyday tasks, prioritizes easier handling and longer usage away from power outlets. The Lenovo also generally provides a quieter and cooler experience with its less aggressive performance hardware, as well as having a solid keyboard and speaker setup suitable for general use.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications which demand smooth, detailed, and responsive visuals. Whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro, while still capable with its decent screen quality and CPU, may not deliver the same level of performance in these areas due to its less robust GPU and lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
7.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out for engineering and design tasks due to its higher-end CPU and GPU, which are essential for intensive computational and graphics work, plus a high-quality screen for precise visuals, at the expense of heavier weight and potential for louder operating noise. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers respectable performance with solid CPU and RAM for less demanding design tasks, a good screen, and is more portable, but it has a less powerful GPU, which can limit performance in graphic-intensive applications.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
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 Slim 7i 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
7.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
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 Slim 7i 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
7.7/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
395.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offer crisp, bright displays with high resolution, making texts and images sharp and easy on the eyes. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate their wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color reproduction for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, gamers and 3D designers may find the lower refresh rates on these screens less conducive to the fluid motion and quick visuals needed in fast-paced games or 3D rendering.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,203
$799
$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 Slim 7i Pro costs $799.
"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 main selling point of the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro versus a regular IdeaPad Slim 7 is its faster Core H-series CPU. In reality, the Core i7-11370H is only marginally faster than the U-series Core i7-1165G7 to the point where most users are not likely to notice the benefits. The slight performance uptick comes at the cost of slightly higher power consumption as well meaning owners will have to deal with potentially warmer temperatures or louder fans to compensate. Unless if you happen to be a power user, then the regular non-Pro model will be more than enough. Once you go 90 Hz, you can't go back."
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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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