ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1). 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 G731GU (EV098T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

expensive price point

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

adequate port selection

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.97 cm x 29.34 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 2.85 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H1)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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