Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

robust build quality

excellent thermal management

good connectivity options

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
92 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 39.8 cm x 25.4 cm x 3 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black paint Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 360 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision 3 ms response rate, 3 mm bezel, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel 1 TB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design Max-Q design, MUX Switch, NVIDIA DLSS
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos DTS:X Ultra
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 99 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 7 hour(s)
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 280 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Macro function, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Thunderbolt 4
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (RJ-45)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) AORUS 17H BXF (74UK554SH)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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