Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU). 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.

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Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.59 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Mineral grey | Copper Original black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Smart Amp
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 66 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S540-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G512LU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14API 81NH HN080T
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