Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) and ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T). 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 T490 (20N2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T) 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

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) and ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 39.9 cm x 29.3 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 2.85 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Polycarbonate ABS, plastic
Colour Black Black IMR, black with lightbar
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3"
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. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
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 T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
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 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 19.5 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label
Security 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, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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