ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

lightweight design

ample storage capacity

efficient thermal management

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

mediocre webcam quality

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Quiet blue Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, ASUS EyeCare Technology, HDR (high dynamic range), Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS M3500QC (L1081W) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS IceCool Plus Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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