ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV). 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 (AL059T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

attractive rgb lighting

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 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 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel CM246
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
RAM 8 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 -
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 135 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
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