ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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 Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-quality build materials

excellent cooling system

vivid 4k display

high price point

short battery life

heavy and bulky

limited port selection

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

quiet operation

average display quality

limited battery life

basic graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 2 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.48 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Gunmetal gray Granite black | Granite black texture
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB, 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Pantone Validated Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i9 (10th Gen) 10980HK / 2.4 GHz AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.3 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Total Capacity 2 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HyperDrive RAID 0 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0 -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amp -
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
USB 2.0
2 x USB 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 Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 (GX550LXS) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories Power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Active Aerodynamic System (AAS), 65W power delivery Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.028 W/kg (body), 0.028 W/kg (limb) -
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 HC029R 15API 81UT
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