Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

large display size

integrated dvd drive

average battery life

heavy build

lower resolution screen

limited graphics performance

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

refreshing 120Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

adequate cooling system

heavy and bulky

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.8 cm x 29.26 cm x 2.49 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2.395 kg
Colour Platinum grey Original black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
CPU AMD A6 9220 / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 1 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes -
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Sonic Studio, Armoury Crate, GameFirst V, GameVisual
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 320-17AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 320) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL001T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, 3D Flow Zone design
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 17AST 80XW -
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