In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm | 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.69 cm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 1.95 kg |
| Case Material | - | Aluminum, glass |
| Colour | Off black | Mineral grey |
| DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" - IPS |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 72% |
| Features | Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision | Glossy |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 24 MB | 4 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
| Features | - | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 2400 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 2400 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 1 |
| Empty Slots | 1 | 1 |
| STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | - |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost | - |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| Camera | - | Yes - 720p |
| Resolution | - | 1 Megapixel |
| Camera Features | - | Privacy shutter |
| Sound | Four speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio |
| Audio Features | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 |
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| Wireless Controller | - | M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Single stream (1x1) |
| BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 70 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 15 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB | Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
| SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English |
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| Software Included | - | Microsoft Office (30 days trial) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps | Power adapter |
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| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Features | System password, 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) |
| Repairability Index | 7.3 (out of 10) | - |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |
| Model Number | LN148W | 15IML 81NG |
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