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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and the Lenovo LOQ 15, consider that the ASUS offers a high-end CPU and GPU combination suitable for gaming and engineering tasks but at a higher price and with moderate battery life; it's heavier and may be less convenient to carry. The Lenovo, on the other hand, is more affordable with decent performance capabilities and better battery life, which might be more suited for everyday use and carrying around. It also has a newer GPU but less overall power, making it less ideal for demanding tasks but better for longer unplugged usage. Both have good keyboards and IPS screens with full HD resolution, but the ASUS's screen is brighter and has a higher refresh rate which benefits gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.3
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is more suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its higher-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a faster screen refresh rate of 300 Hz, compared to the Lenovo LOQ 15 which has a mid-range Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a refresh rate of 144 Hz. The higher GPU power and refresh rate in the ASUS offer smoother visuals and better performance for demanding tasks, but these features may come at a higher cost and potentially shorter battery life due to higher power consumption.
Engineering and Design
8.5
7.9
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 stands out for engineering and design with its powerful Intel i9 CPU and higher-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, making it suitable for intensive tasks, and its exceptionally high screen contrast ratio offers better visual clarity. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 15 features a potent AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU which also perform well in demanding applications; however, it has a brighter screen which can be an advantage in brightly lit environments, although its colors are less accurate than the ASUS. Both laptops are somewhat portable, with quality keyboards and manage heat effectively, but the Lenovo is slightly quieter, which might be appreciated in quieter working spaces.
Screen Quality
7.9
7.1
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS and Lenovo have panels with high resolution and brightness, making text and images crisp and ensuring visibility even in bright environments. In engineering and design work, the color accuracy and range of these laptops ensure precise color representation crucial for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness, which can detract from the immersive experience and fast-paced action these activities often require.
Cost
$2,000
$1,179
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a price of $2,000 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Lenovo LOQ 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 offers a high-performance CPU and a more powerful GPU suitable for intensive tasks and gaming, plus a larger battery, making it a good choice for demanding users who need performance over portability. In comparison, the Lenovo LOQ 15, while it still provides satisfactory CPU and GPU performance for general use, has better screen brightness and speaker quality, making it a solid choice for multimedia consumption and everyday tasks where portability and audiovisual experience are prioritized over top-tier performance.
Content Creation
8.0
7.6
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.4
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 has 6 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
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Lenovo LOQ 15 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Lenovo LOQ 15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 | Lenovo LOQ 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,179 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | 14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.07 lbs | 5.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 10.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 300Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 283 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | May 2022
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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