ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and Lenovo ThinkPad X390. 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 Zephyrus S GX531GXR Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

high refresh rate

powerful graphics performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

high price tag

limited battery life

no webcam

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and Lenovo ThinkPad X390
84 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.61 cm 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, magnesium alloy, plastic -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 45%
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 24 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A -
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, DisplayPort 1.2 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number AZ044T -
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