Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3)
Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) 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 L15 Gen 1 (20U3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good enterprise security

solid processor performance

reliable battery life

heavy design

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

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 L15 Gen 1 (20U3) and ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm 39.97 cm x 29.34 cm
Weight 1.98 kg 2.85 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) 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 L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 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 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD 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, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio -
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) 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 Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 11.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) 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 L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 1 (20U3) ASUS ROG Strix G731GU (EV098T)
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 -
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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
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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