Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) vs. AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) and AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics capabilities

robust build quality

high-resolution display

advanced security features

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sturdy mechanical keyboard

good thermal management

robust build quality

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) and AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) vs. AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.54 cm x 25.23 cm x 3.145 cm 40.5 cm x 27.6 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 2.74 kg 2.7 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 3 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - SK Hynix 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 94 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 230 Watt, 20 V 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Microphone input
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone output
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T15g Gen 1 (20US) AORUS 17G YB (8UK2130MH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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-810G tested WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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