ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

comprehensive connectivity options

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

loud under load

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

modest graphics power

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 42.5 cm x 31.9 cm x 5.1 cm 35.61 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.985 cm
Weight 4.7 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black, titanium with hairline, black rubber painting Graphite black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 76% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9980HK / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache 16 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 1
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Total Capacity 2.024 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HyperDrive RAID 0 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 dual GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, subwoofer, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Technology 8-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 96 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 20 V, 14 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
USB 2.0
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 2.1 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG G703GXR (EV022R) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Included Accessories 2 x power adapters (280W + 280W) USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, hard drive password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
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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