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Updated August 22, 2024·

For a balance of performance and portability with a focus on gaming and intensive tasks like machine learning or engineering, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is a strong contender. It offers a high refresh rate screen with a slightly taller aspect ratio, which is great for gaming and productivity. However, it's a bit heavier and thicker than the Lenovo LOQ 15i. The ASUS also has better color coverage, making it suitable for tasks that require color accuracy. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 15i is more compact and lightweight, making it a better choice if you prioritize portability. It also has a slightly faster processor and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, which could provide an edge in certain gaming and 3D rendering tasks. However, its screen isn't as advanced as the ASUS, and it lacks some of the premium features like a fingerprint reader and hardware ray tracing. Consider the ASUS for its superior display and build quality, especially if you're less concerned about carrying it around often. Opt for the Lenovo if you need something easier to carry on a daily basis and are looking for a slight performance edge in CPU-intensive tasks. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
  • Good portability
  • Very good battery life
  • Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15i
  • Very good for engineering and design
  • Very good keyboard

Key differences

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Screen Quality

7.5
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
7.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.

Battery

12.0 Hours
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 has 6 hours of battery life.

Cost

$930
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
$1,080
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$600

$800

$1,000

$1,200

$1,400

$1,600

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $930 and the Lenovo LOQ 15i costs $1,080.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.6
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
7.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15i and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.

Gaming and AI

7.4
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
7.9
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15i and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for gaming and AI.

Engineering and Design

7.7
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
8.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo LOQ 15i to be very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.

Content Creation

7.6
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
7.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 15i and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for content creation.

Software Development

7.3
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15i and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for software development.

Portability

Good
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A16 to have good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

7.2
TUF Gaming A16
LOQ 15i
7.4
The Lenovo LOQ 15i and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good build quality.

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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Lenovo LOQ 15i compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS TUF Gaming A16Lenovo LOQ 15i
ASUS TUF Gaming A16Lenovo LOQ 15i

GENERAL

Price
$930
$1,080
Release Date
April 1, 2023March 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97''14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99''
Weight
4.85 lbs5.29 lbs
Width
13.98"14.16"
Depth
9.92"10.43"

INTERNAL

Processor
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HSIntel i7-13700H
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
22
Storage
512 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
12 Hours6 Hours
Battery Capacity
90 Wh60 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"15.6"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 12001920 x 1080
Refresh Rate
165Hz144Hz
Display Brightness
294 nits329 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.2/107.4/10
Portability Score
7/106.7/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
YesYes
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
6.8/107/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7/108/10
Speaker Quality Score
7/106.8/10
Webcam
720p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
23
USB-C ports
21
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
32
Thunderbolt Ports
00

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ASUS TUF Gaming A16

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PCWorld

Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"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."

Lenovo LOQ 15i

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PCMag

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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