Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK)
Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ). 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 T495 (20NK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

efficient AMD performance

good security features

mediocre display brightness

no Thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

heavier design

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45%, 90% 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 3300U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 6 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
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 T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NK) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, customisable armor cap
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards RoHS TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - NM041W
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