Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) 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 T14s Gen 4 (21F9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

powerful processor options

bright display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED option

heavier than competitors

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 T14s Gen 4 (21F9) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.69 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 3 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) Aluminum
Colour Deep black Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 64 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 7500 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 740M NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported 3 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 Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection -
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 Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) 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 T14s Gen 4 (21F9) 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 T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Armoury Crate
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 (21F9) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D (G733PYV)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication 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, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - LL046W
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