Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY). 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 Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution main display

ample storage options

advanced cooling system

high price point

bulkier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
92 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.69 cm 35.5 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.97 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.67 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Dual tone arctic grey Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 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, 3 ms response rate, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, VESA DisplayHDR 1000
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 16-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 64 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Six speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
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 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
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 Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G4+ IAP (21CY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter, palm rest
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, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, Active Aerodynamic System Plus (AAS Plus), Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
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 - NM010W
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