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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your top priority is display quality and performance for tasks like 3D rendering or intensive engineering software, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X with its OLED screen and powerful graphics processing may be worth the higher price. However, for everyday use, you might appreciate the Lenovo LOQ 16 for its better portability and significantly lower price, despite its lesser display and performance capabilities. The Lenovo also has a higher refresh rate display, which can be a bonus for smooth visuals during gaming or video playback. If battery life is a concern, the ASUS offers longer usage time on a single charge. Both laptops have ample processing power for general use, but if you need the best possible color accuracy for professional creative work, the ASUS outshines the Lenovo. Consider your specific needs and willingness to invest in premium features against the need for mobility and budget constraints. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16
- The Lenovo LOQ 16 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.6
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X excels in general use due to its more powerful Intel CPU, larger OLED screen with higher resolution, better color coverage, and an overall superior build quality; however, it is less portable and has a shorter battery life than the Lenovo. While the Lenovo LOQ 16 offers good general use capability with decent AMD CPU and adequate screen quality, its lower battery capacity and screen quality compared to the ASUS, along with less premium build quality, make it less suited for higher-end tasks despite its slightly better portability.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X stands out for engineering and design use because of its high-quality OLED screen and powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU combined with a capable Intel i7 processor, appealing to users whose work depends on color accuracy and performance. In comparison, the Lenovo LOQ 16, with its latest AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, provides robust computing power suitable for engineering tasks but compromises slightly on screen resolution and color range, offering a solid choice for those prioritizing processor performance over screen fidelity.
Content Creation
8.5
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 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
8.2
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 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
8.3
7.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 16 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X's superior resolution and panel type provide crisp images and vivid colors, while its brightness ensures good visibility even in well-lit environments. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate the Zenbook's wide color gamuts, enabling precise color work, but gamers will find the screen's refresh rate limiting for fast-paced action. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 16 offers adequate resolution and color representation for both daily tasks and professional design work but shares a similar shortcoming in refresh rate, making it less ideal for high-speed gaming experiences.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$740
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $740.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.5
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Lenovo LOQ 16 are both good for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Lenovo LOQ 16 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 Zenbook Pro 16X and the Lenovo LOQ 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Lenovo LOQ 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 10.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 60 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
Lenovo LOQ 16
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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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