ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) and Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8). 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 G531GU (AL001T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

refreshing 120Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

adequate cooling system

heavy and bulky

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

adequate performance level

reliable security features

mediocre display quality

heavy and bulky

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) and Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm 37.65 cm x 25.45 cm x 2.295 cm
Weight 2.395 kg 2.03 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Original black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Sonic Studio, Armoury Crate, GameFirst V, GameVisual -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, 3D Flow Zone design Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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