The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with a larger screen and a more powerful graphics card, is ideal for intensive gaming and complex engineering tasks; however, this makes it heavier and less portable than the Lenovo LOQ 15. The Lenovo has a smaller storage capacity but is lighter and could be more suitable for general use and portability. Both are suitable for 3D rendering and machine learning, with the ASUS outperforming slightly in these areas. Consider the trade-offs between performance and portability to decide which laptop fits your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.1/10
7.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 surpasses the Lenovo LOQ 15 in gaming and 3D applications primarily due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU which is better suited for high-performance tasks compared to the RTX 4050 in the LOQ 15. Both laptops feature a screen with a 144Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals, but the extra graphical horsepower of the ASUS contributes to a superior gaming experience.
Content Creation
8.1/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
7.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a display that, while satisfactory for day-to-day tasks, lacks the color coverage and high brightness necessary for professional engineering and design work, and its subpar screen quality is even more noticeable in gaming and 3D environments where the refresh rate is crucial. The Lenovo LOQ 15's screen offers higher brightness and better color reproduction, making it suitable for both general use and demanding engineering applications, but similar to the ASUS model, it falls short for gaming and 3D because of a lower refresh rate. Overall, the ASUS is adequate for everyday activities and casual use, whereas the Lenovo stands out for tasks that rely on color accuracy and screen clarity but neither is ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion and higher refresh rates are key.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Cost
$1,552
$1,179
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a price of $1,552 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 stands out for general use due to its more powerful main processor, larger storage capacity, and longer battery life, providing robust performance and reduced need for frequent charging, which is ideal for users with intensive computing needs or those who prefer less dependency on power outlets.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
7.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 stands out for engineering and design use due to its robust CPU (AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS), ample RAM (16GB), potent GPU (Nvidia RTX 4070), and good quality IPS screen; however, it's heavier and larger, making it less portable. The Lenovo LOQ 15 also excels with a strong CPU (AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS), adequate RAM (16GB), capable GPU (Nvidia RTX 4050), and high-brightness IPS display, while being slightly more portable and having a higher-quality keyboard, but it compromises on storage capacity and battery capacity compared to the ASUS.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and Lenovo LOQ 15 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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 A17 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 compare to other laptops
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
"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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