ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

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In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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.

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ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Features - Glossy
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache 16 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Smart Amp -
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 4 RGB zones Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI, Aura Creator Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LV) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.81 W/kg (body), 1.81 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number HN230T 15IML 81NG
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