If you need a laptop primarily for gaming or graphically intensive tasks, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 may serve you well but it's heavier and might not have as long battery life as the Lenovo ThinkPad T14. On the other hand, if you prioritize durability, a professional look, or plan to use your laptop for business and general productivity with better portability and longer battery life, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 would be advisable despite its higher cost. Consider what you'll be using the laptop for most and whether portability and battery life or gaming performance is more important to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with its gaming-oriented CPU and RAM, excels in performance-heavy tasks but may compromise on portability and battery life; its screen quality is tailored for vivid graphics, but it's less suited for extended mobile use. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a balance of good CPU performance and RAM for everyday tasks, superior portability, longer battery life, and a screen that's adequate for general use, though it might not match the ASUS in raw power for resource-intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 usually comes with a higher-end GPU and faster screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gameplay and 3D applications, making it a better choice for those types of tasks. On the other hand, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 may offer a decent CPU and screen quality, these features don't compensate for a lower-tier GPU and slower refresh rate, making it less ideal for gaming and 3D work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
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
8.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
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
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both have panels with resolutions and brightness levels that are adequate for daily tasks like browsing and document editing, which is why they are good for general use. Their screens cover a broad color spectrum, essential for precision in engineering and design work, ensuring colors are accurately represented. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion, the lower refresh rates on these models may not provide the best experience, as higher refresh rates can make fast-paced action appear more fluid.
Battery
12.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$838
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 typically offers a powerful GPU and CPU combination with ample RAM, which makes it suitable for demanding tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning; it also comes with a high-quality screen, enhancing visual work. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while offering robust CPU and RAM for multitasking, is designed with portability and a high-quality keyboard in mind, appealing to those who favor mobility and typing comfort alongside engineering software performance.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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