In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) and ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm | 41.5 cm x 28 cm x 2.4 cm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 3.05 kg |
| Case Material | Metal | - |
| Colour | Gold | Black |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 17.3" - TN |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 120 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 250 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | - | 94% NTSC |
| Features | Anti-glare | WideView, 3 ms response rate |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.1 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Quad-Core |
| Cache | 3 MB | - |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| MEMORY | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) | 8 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2133 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2133 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 1 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | - |
| STORAGE | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s | 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe |
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| Secondary Storage | - | 1 TB HDD SATA |
| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 940MX / Intel HD Graphics 620 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti |
| Video Memory | 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes |
| Resolution | 1 Megapixel | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, array microphone |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio | - |
| Audio Features | Harman audio technology | Smart Amplification technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| Wireless Controller | M.2 Card | - |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| BATTERY | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Technology | 2-cell Lithium Ion | - |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 30 Wh | - |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 65 Watt | 150 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | - | 4-zone illumination |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C 3.0 2 x USB 3.0 HDMI LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack Mini DisplayPort HDMI 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 LAN USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 USB 2.0 |
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| Memory Card Reader | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | Yes |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 10 Home |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 520) | ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security Slot Type | Kensington mini security slot | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password | - |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS | - |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return | - |
| Model Number | 15IKB 80YL | - |
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