Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm | 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm |
| Weight | 1.9 kg | 1.59 kg |
| Case Material | - | Polycarbonate ABS |
| Colour | - | Black |
| DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 16" | 14" - IPS |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | - | 250 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB | 45% NTSC |
| Features | Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz | AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 6-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | L3 - 16 MB |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 48 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 1 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 1 | 1 |
| STORAGE | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Memory Allocation Technology | - | Shared Video Memory (UMA) |
| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | - |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost | - |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | - | Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello |
| Sound | Two tweeters, four woofers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3287 |
| Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio |
| Audio Features | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Realtek RTL8111EPV |
| Compliant Standards | Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 | DASH |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | - | WWAN upgradable |
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| BATTERY | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 45 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 12.3 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | Chiclet keyboard | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) LAN USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0) HDMI LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack Dock |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) | Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 (20X5) |
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| Dockable | - | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
| Security | Fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | System password | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, TCG Certified |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
| EPEAT Compliant | - | EPEAT Gold |
| TCO Certified | - | TCO Certified Notebooks 8 |
| 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 | KR022T | - |
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