Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

affordable price point

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker performance

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.667 cm x 23.313 cm x 1.69 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 3.1 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Abyss blue | Cloud grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 18"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 36 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.7 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 16.7 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 15ABA7 (82SG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - N6005W
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