Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T). 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 X1 Extreme (20MG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

robust gaming performance

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

slim bezel design

average battery life

heavyweight design

noisy under load

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Gun metal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 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 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 66 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50 - 60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GV (ES003T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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