Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY). 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 L15 Gen 3 (21C4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

adequate port selection

average display brightness

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

expandable storage options

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.76 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) -
Colour Thunder black Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB 36 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA G-SYNC
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls N-key rollover, per-key RGB, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - NM001W
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