ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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 (AL061T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 120Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

effective cooling system

sturdy build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no webcam

limited port selection

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

full hd display

solid state drive included

quiet cooling system

average graphics performance

no optical drive

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, glass
Colour Black Copper
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - 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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB 72%
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features System password, hard drive password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IWL 81ND
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