Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)

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Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD)
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU). 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 14 G2 ITL (20VD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

good security features

adequate performance

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

ample storage options

heavy build

average battery life

pricey

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.79 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Volt green
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13650HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 4-Zone RGB backlight, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G2 ITL (20VD) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.16 W/kg (body), 0.16 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
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 - N3146W
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