Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) and ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV). 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 S540-13IML (81XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp QHD display

impressive battery life

fast charging support

lightweight and portable

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

higher price segment

ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

spacious storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no webcam

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) and ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.69 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.595 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass -
Colour Light silver Eclipse grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 64 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / AMD Radeon 610M
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, ToF sensor -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 1.9mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), NVIDIA Studio drivers, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13IML (81XA) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G713PV)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.599 W/kg (body), 0.599 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 0.599 W/kg (body)
0.599 W/kg (limb)
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Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - HX048W
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