The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 excels in gaming and intensive tasks due to its higher performance GPU, which is better suited for demanding games and software. However, it's less portable than the Lenovo Slim 7 16 because it's physically larger and heavier. If portability and battery life are important, the Lenovo is lighter and may fit better in a mobile lifestyle. For productivity tasks and general use, the Lenovo Slim 7 16, with a brighter and higher resolution screen, may provide a better visual experience and its lower price can be an attractive factor. However, if you require top gaming performance and don't mind the extra weight and cost, the ASUS could be the preferred choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
Very good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.6/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 ranks higher for gaming and 3D tasks primarily because it features a more powerful GPU, the AMD RX 7600S, compared to the Lenovo Slim 7 16's Nvidia RTX 3050, and both have high screen refresh rates which are vital for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
8.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the superior resolution and brightness of the Lenovo Slim 7 16's display provide sharper images and better visibility in various lighting conditions, making it very suitable for everyday tasks and multimedia consumption. When it comes to engineering and design, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 again edges out with higher color accuracy covering a wider range of the color gamuts important for professional photo editing and precise graphic work. However, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16, despite its gaming label, falls short for gaming and 3D purposes due to a lower refresh rate, which means less smooth visuals in fast-paced games and less fluid motion in 3D modeling.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.8/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$838
$1,440
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a robust CPU, ample RAM, and a high-capacity battery, making it well-suited for general use with respect to performance and longevity, while its screen quality and portability are satisfactory for most users. Conversely, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 emphasizes a superior screen with better resolution and touchscreen capability, which enhances visual experience and interaction, and it's slightly lighter, which may appeal to users prioritizing ease of transport and high-quality display over longer battery life. Both laptops have similar storage capabilities and handle operating noise and heat effectively, making them versatile for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
7.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is well-suited for engineering and design work due to its robust AMD RX 7600S graphics card, high RAM capacity for multitasking, and a quality IPS display that offers a good color range, all important when running engineering software and accurate color rendering is needed. On the other hand, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts a sharper screen resolution with brighter display and touchscreen capability, alongside a competent Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and ample RAM to handle engineering tasks, but it offers greater portability and better speaker and keyboard quality, which might enhance the user experience during long work sessions.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.3/10
7.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
"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."
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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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