Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV). 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 L14 Gen 1 (20U1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

decent battery life

solid performance

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

noisy under load

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

advanced cooling system

customizable rgb lighting

premium build quality

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

limited battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 1.61 kg 3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Aluminum
Colour Black Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 16-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 64 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / AMD Radeon 610M
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology, CoolZone cooling technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U1) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
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-810G tested, self-healing BIOS Integrated dust filters, ASUS Aura Sync technology, vapor chamber cooling system, 3D Flow Zone design, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, custom fan curve profiles, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
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 Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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Model Number - LL046W
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