Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU). 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 V340-17IWL (81RG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

decent processor performance

variety of ports

heavyweight design

average battery life

mediocre graphics

limited color accuracy

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 V340-17IWL (81RG) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
59 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Iron grey Eclipse grey
DISPLAY Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1400 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare 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 V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 4 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
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 V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo V340-17IWL (81RG) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS, ERP -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - N3003W
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