If you're focused on high-end gaming or demanding tasks like video editing or 3D design, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its superior graphics and processing power, is a solid investment despite the higher price, yet it's heavier and less portable than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, which offers a balance of performance for everyday work, longer battery life, and easier mobility at a more affordable price point; however, the ThinkPad may not handle intensive applications as smoothly as the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
292.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its high-end CPU and RAM, excels in demanding tasks and has a superior screen for gaming or creative work, but its larger size and lower battery life affect portability. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers balanced performance for everyday tasks with better portability and battery life, making it very good for general use, complemented by its comfortable keyboard and reliable build that handles heat and noise well.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.7/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, with its superior GPU and high screen refresh rate, excels in gaming and 3D applications, providing smoother visuals and better overall performance. Meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while offering a decent CPU and screen quality, doesn't match the ASUS's specialized gaming hardware, making it less suitable for high-end gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
8.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 typically offers a high-end CPU, abundant RAM, and a powerful GPU, which are crucial for demanding engineering software, alongside a high-quality screen for precise design work. In comparison, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 provides capable hardware for engineering tasks with the added benefits of greater portability, a renowned keyboard, and quieter operation, though it may not match the graphical performance of the ASUS.
Software Development
7.5/10
8.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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
8.1/10
6.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
292.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS and Lenovo laptops offer displays with crisp resolution and brightness, making them easy to view and great for everyday tasks such as browsing the web or working on documents. Their color accuracy and wide color gamuts make them suitable for engineering and design, as these professions require precise color representation for tasks like photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both models may fall short because they lack higher refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals and a more immersive experience in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,499
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a price of $2,499 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 are both very good for content creation.
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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both have very 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 17 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 compare to other laptops
"Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 laptop review: liquid metal 7 nm AMD Zen 3 is stunning. The raw performance increase is absolutely bonkers if you're upgrading from a laptop on Coffee Lake-H or older. The 45 W Ryzen 9 5900HX is neck-to-neck with the thicker, heavier, and hotter Schenker Ultra 17 running on a desktop-class Core i9-11900K despite their wide TDP differences. The performance-per-watt advantages can make Intel Rocket Lake feel like a last generation platform at times. As for the chassis itself, it's a huge light show with RGB LEDs on almost all sides of the system."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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