Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU). 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 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) 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 speaker quality

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful graphics performance

sleek, lightweight design

fast processing speeds

advanced cooling system

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 966.5 g 2 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Eclipse grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 5200 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus 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 - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
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 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
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, 1 RGB zone
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 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 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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 - N3003W
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