ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0). 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 III G731GW (EV046R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

robust build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

compact and portable

strong security features

impressive battery life

responsive keyboard

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 29.3 cm x 2.62 cm -
Weight 2.85 kg 1.22 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features WideView, 3 ms response rate -
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9980HK No CPU
Number of Cores 8-core -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 17.6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, keystone button Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G731GW (EV046R) Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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