Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU). 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 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

responsive fingerprint reader

decent battery life

affordable business laptop

solid processor performance

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker output

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight and portable

powerful gaming performance

fast refresh rate display

efficient cooling system

limited storage capacity

no webcam included

average speaker quality

single-zone keyboard backlighting

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Brushed black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / AMD Radeon RX Vega 10
Video Memory - 6 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
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
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), XSplit Gamecaster, Sonic Studio III, Sonic Radar III, Armoury Crate, GameFirst V, GameVisual
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502DU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, anti-dust cooling system
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.49 W/kg (body), 0.49 W/kg (limb) 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RV HN100T
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