Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD)
Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) and ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T). 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 ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good security features

reasonable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

mediocre battery life

ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) and ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 39.97 cm x 29.34 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera, 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 Harman/kardon stereo speakers Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TD) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.438 W/kg (body), 0.438 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 -
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