ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8). 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 ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

customizable rgb lighting

ample storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm 35.46 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 3 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Eclipse grey Dual tone storm grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Screen Size (Type) 18" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 89% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, Delta E<2 calibration, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel, ±89° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 36 MB 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
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 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Speakers, array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306-CG
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: noise-cancellation technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 1.9mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
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)
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
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 (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), Aura Creator, NVIDIA Studio drivers, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula Display, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme, 0dB Ambient Cooling Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS, LA2-Q AI performance chip
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TCO Certified 9.0, Low-VOC
Carbon Footprint - 402 kg carbon emissions (EU)
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number N6070W -
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