ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) and Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340). 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 V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited graphics performance

slow HDD storage

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) and Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 2.395 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Original black Iron grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - 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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
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 V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 36 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Sonic Studio, Armoury Crate, GameFirst V, GameVisual -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini 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
Compliant Standards - RoHS, ERP
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17IWL 81RG
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