For better performance in gaming or tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is the stronger option, but it's more expensive and less portable due to heavier weight and lower battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is more affordable and offers a longer battery life, making it more portable, plus it has a higher screen resolution which could be better for productivity and media consumption. However, it might not handle intensive tasks as well as the ASUS model. The choice depends on whether your priority is high performance and gaming or portability and regular use at a lower cost. 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 Slim 7 16
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.3/10
6.6/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
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 Slim 7 16 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, making it very good for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from fast and smooth visual rendering. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim 7 16, while having a decent screen quality, comes with a less powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card and a lower refresh rate, which makes it fair for gaming and 3D tasks but will not deliver the same level of performance as the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 stands out for engineering and design use due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, offering higher performance necessary for demanding tasks, although it's not as portable and has a lower-quality screen compared to the Lenovo Slim 7 16.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim 7 16 for content creation, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15's screen, while having solid resolution and brightness, may fall short in refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts high resolution and excellent brightness, making it ideal for general use where clarity and visibility are key, and its color accuracy suits professional engineering and design tasks. However, like the ASUS, its lower refresh rate means it wouldn't be as suitable for the fast-paced action in gaming or the smooth rendering required in 3D modeling.
Battery
5.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,440
$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 Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 delivers powerful performance suitable for a wide range of tasks thanks to its top-tier CPU and ample RAM, plus a high-quality screen, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo Slim 7 16, which also offers a sharp screen with higher resolution for detailed visuals, balanced with better portability and longer battery life, making it a compelling choice for users who prioritize mobility and endurance alongside performance.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 Slim 7 16 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
7.4/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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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How the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
"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."
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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