Choosing between the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" will depend on your needs and budget. The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is designed for gaming and more intensive tasks with a stronger processor, better graphics, more memory, and storage, but it is also heavier and more expensive. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is much lighter and less costly but has limited capabilities with a basic processor, less memory, and lower storage capacity, making it suitable for simple tasks like web browsing and document editing. The ASUS has a higher quality display and a larger, more durable build, while the Lenovo offers portability and budget-friendliness but may struggle with more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
6.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is well-suited for general use due to its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and ample 16GB of RAM, alongside a high-quality IPS screen with better color coverage and resolution, ensuring smooth operation and clear visuals, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14". On the other hand, despite the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" being more portable and having near-silent operation due to its fanless design, it is less suitable for general use because of its less capable Intel Celeron processor, only 4GB of RAM, and a lower-quality TN screen with less color accuracy and lower resolution.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
5.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
5.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful GPU, making it suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a basic CPU, limited RAM, and a modest GPU, which may struggle with such intensive applications. The ASUS also boasts a superior screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, further enhancing its capability for detailed design work, whereas the Lenovo's screen offers lower resolution and color coverage, which is less ideal for precision tasks.
Content Creation
7.6/10
6.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is 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
7.3/10
6.4/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.5/10
5.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a panel with higher resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use, and its color gamut coverage is likely adequate for engineering and design tasks, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors. However, its refresh rate may not be high enough for the smooth visuals required in gaming and 3D applications, affecting the perceived quality during fast-paced activities. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", on the other hand, falls short on panel quality by offering lower resolution and brightness, which can lead to a less crisp and dimmer display for any use, and its limited color gamut might not meet the standards needed for precise engineering and design work.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 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
$838
$153
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$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $153.
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"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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