Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU). 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 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

ample storage options

heavy build

average battery life

pricey

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey Volt green
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13650HX
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 1 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 4-Zone RGB backlight, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, RapidCharge ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15AST 81F9 N3146W
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