Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T). 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.

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 120Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

effective cooling system

sturdy build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no webcam

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm
Weight - 2.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Plastic
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores - 6-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
RAM - 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 66 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
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 1.4 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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