Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX). 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 ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

higher price point

no OLED option

fewer color choices

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

customizable RGB lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 1.23 kg 3.1 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) -
Colour Thunder black Off black stealth
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12950HX / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 30 MB
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM670 Express
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, 360° quad array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified -
Repairability Index - 7.3 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - LL017W
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