Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW). 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 X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

lightweight, portable design

good thermal management

versatile connectivity options

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.28 cm x 20.77 cm x 1.67 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 907 g 1.9 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 48 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Human Presence Detection IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.87 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZW)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0 System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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Model Number - K8015W
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