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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize battery life and a higher refresh rate display for smoother visuals, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is a better option. It also offers slightly better performance for general use and engineering tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 16 provides superior performance for 3D rendering and machine learning, thanks to its Nvidia RTX GPU which supports ray tracing and DLSS. The Lenovo has a higher portability score, making it easier to carry around, and scores better in webcam and keyboard quality. However, it has a shorter battery life. Both are similarly priced and suited for gaming, but the Lenovo has a slightly higher price. 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 16
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
7.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 16 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo LOQ 16 both offer screens with suitable resolution and brightness for general tasks, making browsing, office work, and video streaming look clear and vibrant. For engineering and design, these laptops display accurate colors, essential for work that requires color precision like photo editing or CAD, but may not cover the full range of professional color spaces. However, for gaming and 3D, the screens' lower refresh rates can result in less smooth visuals, which can be a drawback for fast-paced games or rendering 3D content where fluid motion is critical.
Battery
12.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 has 6 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
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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
6.3/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a larger battery capacity and thus longer battery life for general use, along with a robust CPU and ample RAM for efficient multitasking, while maintaining a portable form factor. The Lenovo LOQ 16, on the other hand, despite its shorter battery life, leverages a high-quality keyboard and manages operating noise and heat well, creating a comfortable user experience for general tasks with reliable performance.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.5
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a higher screen refresh rate which is beneficial for smoother gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Lenovo LOQ 16 includes an Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU known for solid gaming performance and supports features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS, enhancing visual fidelity and performance in demanding tasks. Both laptops have comparable CPUs and screen quality, contributing to their suitability for gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is preferred for engineering and design mainly because it incorporates a Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, which generally provides superior performance for design tasks compared to the AMD RX 7600S found in the ASUS TUF Gaming A16, though both have similar CPU and RAM configurations that are adequate for such workloads. Additionally, the LOQ 16's screen displays better color accuracy with higher brightness and contrast, further enhancing its suitability for design applications, despite being marginally less portable and having a shorter battery life than the ASUS model.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo LOQ 16 are both 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.
Software Development
7.3
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.2
7.4
The Lenovo LOQ 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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 TUF Gaming A16 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | Lenovo LOQ 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$838 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 10.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A16
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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."
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Christian Hintze | September 2023
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."
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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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