ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) and Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7). 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 SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

decent audio quality

average battery life

dim display

limited storage capacity

no USB-C port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) and Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
62 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Off black Granite black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology Mini LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 1100 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 36 MB 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Total Capacity 2 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
RAID Level RAID 0 -
Optical Drive - DVD±RW
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, ASUS Overstroke technology Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15IKB (81H7)
Included Accessories Power adapter, customisable armor cap Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number NM041W -
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