ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

customizable RGB lighting

robust thermal management

ample storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long battery life

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

efficient performance

limited port selection

no headphone jack

average display brightness

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 29.87 cm x 20.64 cm x 1.34 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 1.06 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic (bottom), magnesium-aluminium alloy (top)
Colour Off black Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L2 - 1 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - 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 SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 690
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - IR camera, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, MIPI
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec - Qualcomm WCD9385
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm WCN6855 Wi-Fi 6E
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Qualcomm Snapdragon X55 - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 28 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro (on ARM) - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Lenovo ThinkPad X13s Gen 1 (21BX)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Model Number LL093W -
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