Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY). 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 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

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution main display

ample storage options

advanced cooling system

high price point

bulkier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
92 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 35.5 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.97 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.67 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black paint Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 500 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, VESA DisplayHDR 1000
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 16-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 64 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
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 4090 / AMD Radeon 610M
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Six speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
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 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable Power adapter, palm rest
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 System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, Active Aerodynamic System Plus (AAS Plus), Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Model Number - NM010W
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