In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) and Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm | 30.59 cm x 21.382 cm x 1.36 cm |
Weight | 2.4 kg | 1.14 kg |
Case Material | - | Aluminum |
Colour | - | Platinum silver |
DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 13.3" - IPS |
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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 | - | 300 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC | - |
Features | Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate | Anti-glare |
PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz | AMD Ryzen 5 2500U / 2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | Quad-Core |
Cache | 9 MB | 4 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | - |
Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 2666 MHz | 2133 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | - |
Slots Qty | 2 | - |
STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung |
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Secondary Storage | 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA (8 GB flash) / 5400 rpm | - |
AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon Vega 8 |
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Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | - |
Gaming | Yes | - |
Camera | Yes | Yes - 720p |
Resolution | - | 1 Megapixel |
Sound | Stereo speakers, array microphone | Speakers, dual array microphone |
Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | Smart Amplification technology | JBL |
COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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Wireless Controller | - | Qualcomm 435-AC - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Technology | 4-cell | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | - | 48 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 8 hours |
AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 180 Watt | 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V |
INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
Features | ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, 4 RGB zones, HyperStrike Pro technology | Multi-touch touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack Mini DisplayPort HDMI 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 2 USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2a, VGA, HDMI) (Power Delivery) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) | Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
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Security | - | Fingerprint reader |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | ASUS Aura Sync technology, HyperCool Pro thermal system | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password |
Compliant Standards | - | RoHS |
SAR Value | 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb) | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
Model Number | - | 13ARR 81BR |