ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH). 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 Strix G16 (G614JI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) 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

rgb keyboard lighting

heavyweight design

short battery life

premium price tag

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Eclipse grey Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 36 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio 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 Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Cortana Far-Field Technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.9mm travel distance, 4-Zone RGB backlight, ASUS Overstroke technology Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Slots 2 x PCI Express 4.0 (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), NVIDIA Studio drivers Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Cortana support, 0dB Ambient Cooling Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, 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 - 2 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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