Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) vs. ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) and ASUS M3500QC (L1177W). 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 15p G2 ITH (21B1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

solid build quality

adequate storage options

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

ASUS M3500QC (L1177W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS M3500QC (L1177W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful AMD processor

lightweight and portable

vivid display quality

fast SSD storage

competitive price point

average battery life

no Thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) and ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) vs. ASUS M3500QC (L1177W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Quiet blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features 170° viewing angle Glossy, ASUS EyeCare Technology, HDR (high dynamic range), Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Harman-branded AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.5 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time: up to 7.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
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Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15p G2 ITH (21B1) ASUS M3500QC (L1177W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington 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 System password, ASUS IceCool Plus
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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 -
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