ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

adequate port selection

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 3 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Eclipse grey Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Screen Size (Type) 18" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
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
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
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 G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
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 Amp, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 1.9mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
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
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 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
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) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
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, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula Display, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme, 0dB Ambient Cooling Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
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 - pick-up and return Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number N6070W -
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