Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) vs. ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI). 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 ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

sharp full-hd display

solid build quality

responsive touch screen

good keyboard comfort

average battery life

limited port selection

moderate graphics performance

heavier than competitors

ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful gaming performance

lightweight and portable

versatile convertible design

robust build quality

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) vs. ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.69 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-glare, Direct Bonding technology, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, one glass metal mesh (OGM), Dolby Vision WideView, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated, Corning Gorilla glass DXC, GF2 multi-touch
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: noise-cancellation technology Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.8 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 15.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
ROG XG Mobile Interface/USB-C 3.2 Gen 2/DisplayPort 1.4
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1 (switch)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - German Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601VI)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, ThinkBook Yoga Integrated Smart Pen Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS Built-in 3 cooling fans, integrated dust filters, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, ROG Nebula Display, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Limited warranty - 2 years
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