Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

decent keyboard feel

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

limited performance

slow HDD storage

ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

attractive design aesthetics

efficient cooling system

rgb keyboard backlighting

reasonable price point

average battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

limited display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.83 cm x 24.99 cm x 2.27 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.395 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes -
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad ASUS Overstroke technologie
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone output
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IGM 81D0 -
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