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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is a high-end machine suitable for intense gaming, 3D work, or machine learning tasks due to its powerful graphics and processing capabilities, but it comes at a higher cost and is less portable. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", on the other hand, is more affordable and portable, making it a good choice for general use like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, but it will not perform as well with demanding tasks. Consider how you will use the laptop; if you need to perform high-performance tasks and budget is not a primary concern, the ASUS might be a better fit. If you prioritize portability and cost savings, and your computing needs are relatively light, the Lenovo IdeaPad could be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9
6.1
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use due to its superior CPU, larger amount of RAM, higher quality IPS screen with better resolution, and longer battery life, all of which contribute to enhanced performance, display quality, and usability. Conversely, the Lenovo offers greater portability due to its lower weight and smaller size, but it falls behind with a weaker CPU, less RAM, a lower quality TN screen, and shorter battery life, which limits its capabilities for demanding tasks and multitasking.
Gaming and AI
7.5
5.5
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is equipped with a high-powered Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a screen with a high refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth, detailed gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a lower refresh rate screen, making it less suitable for those tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0
5.5
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.0
6.2
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
7.9
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a high-quality display for everyday tasks, the ASUS with its higher resolution and brightness offers a clear, vivid experience, whereas the Lenovo's lower resolution and brightness might not be as satisfying. For engineering and design work, the ASUS stands out with its wider color gamut, ensuring more accurate colors, something the Lenovo may lack. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate can make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to laptops designed for gaming with higher refresh rates.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.0
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,637
$153
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,637 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $153.
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Battery
9.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,637 | $153 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Florian Glaser | February 2021
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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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