ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ). 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.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

customizable RGB lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

mediocre battery life

no backlit keyboard

heavy design

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 3.1 kg 2.04 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Off black stealth Arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 60% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12950HX / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 5425U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core Quad-Core
Cache 30 MB L3 - 8 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel HM670 Express -
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Total Capacity 2 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
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 Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free) -
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
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Repairability Index 7.3 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number LL017W -
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