If you prioritize gaming or need to run high-performance applications, the ASUS ROG Strix might be the better choice due to its powerful hardware, though it will be less portable and could have shorter battery life. However, if portability, battery life, and a balance between performance and practicality for everyday tasks is more important to you, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, being lighter and offering flexibility as a 2-in-1 device, would likely be more suitable, especially if you’re looking to save money and don't require the extra power for gaming or intensive 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
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-performance CPU and abundant RAM, delivers powerful computing for demanding applications, alongside superior screen quality for vibrant visuals, but it is less portable due to its size and typically has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a balance of good performance and excellent portability with its slim design and longer battery life, along with a high-quality keyboard and screen, although it may not match the ASUS in raw performance for the most intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a top-tier GPU and a high screen refresh rate which are crucial for running the latest games and 3D applications smoothly, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate, making it less suitable for such demanding tasks but still capable of handling them at a more basic level. The CPU and screen quality of both laptops support their respective uses: the ASUS prioritizes performance in gaming, whereas the Lenovo offers a balance suitable for general use and business tasks where extreme graphics processing is less of a priority.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
6.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its powerful CPU, high amount of RAM, and superior GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering and design tasks, while also offering a high-quality screen for detailed visuals. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, though more portable with a comfortable keyboard and quieter operation, may not match the Strix's raw performance, making it slightly less suited for high-end engineering work but still a good option for on-the-go professionals.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
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 ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
3.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
7.3/10
18.0in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18's screen excels in clarity and color reproduction, making it excellent for precision tasks like engineering and design where accurate colors and sharp details are crucial. Conversely, its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for gaming and 3D applications, which benefit from smoother visuals during fast-paced scenes. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers good resolution and brightness which is valuable for general usage and engineering work but falls short for gaming and 3D, as it doesn't prioritize high refresh rates needed for optimal motion rendering.
Portability
Poor
Excellent
18.0in
SIZE
13.5in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,203
$725
$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 ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 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 X1 Titanium Yoga to have very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) 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 (2024) and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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."
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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