Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

reliable security features

solid processor performance

good value proposition

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

refreshing 120Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

adequate cooling system

heavy and bulky

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 2.395 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Original black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 10 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
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 Premium -
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUL -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Sonic Studio, Armoury Crate, GameFirst V, GameVisual
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, 3D Flow Zone design
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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