Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV). 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.

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 S17 (GX701LV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb graphics performance

innovative cooling system

responsive 300Hz display

premium build quality

compact and portable

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 39.9 cm x 27.2 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3"
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. - 300 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
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 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 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 S17 (GX701LV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
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 Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
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 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 14 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LV)
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
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb) 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RR HG016T
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