Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 144Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient thermal management

solid build quality

heavier than competitors

no webcam included

limited battery life

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour Iron grey Original black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce 940MX / Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Interfaces USB-C
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (80YL) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology
Compliant Standards RoHS -
Model Number - HN016T
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