ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)

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In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5). 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 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 T590 (20N5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 2.395 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour Original black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 40 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 - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
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 Audio Premium
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.98 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
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
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 Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N5)
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 T590 (20N5)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
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 Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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