Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW). 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 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile convertible design

powerful gaming performance

high-quality qhd display

innovative cooling system

lightweight and portable

expensive price point

limited battery life

average webcam quality

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Eclipse grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, MUX Switch
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (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
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
External PCI Express
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW)
Included Accessories USB-C slim 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 System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) -
Repairability Index - 7.1 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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 - M5039W
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