Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR)
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T). 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 L390 (20NR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 144Hz display

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

high price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.46 kg 2.57 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic Metal
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - 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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle WideView, slim bezel design, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB Hybrid Drive - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 14.61 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, per-key RGB, keystone button
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
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 Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NR) ASUS ROG Strix Hero III G531GV (ES037T)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, web camera
Security 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-810G tested Anti-dust cooling system, 3D Flow Zone design, Aura Sync light bar
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.995 W/kg (limb), 0.995 W/kg (body) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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