Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW). 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 ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

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

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

decent display quality

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

sleek, portable design

good thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

average battery life

no webcam

limited port selection

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum Magnesium alloy
Colour Mineral grey Prism black | Brushed black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Total Capacity - 1.024 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 -
Audio Features Harman audio technology ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 8.41 hours
Battery Run Time - Video playback: up to 8.41 hours
Web browsing: up to 7.47 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, 65W power delivery
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb) 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RR HC032T
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