Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX). 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 X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

customizable RGB lighting

advanced cooling system

durable build quality

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
88 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 2.9 kg
Colour - Stealth silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - TN 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
RAM 8 GB 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate - 60 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - LL014W
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