Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) vs. AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) and AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH). 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 X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) 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

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port variety

AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent gaming performance

high refresh rate display

mechanical keyboard feel

sturdy build quality

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) and AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) vs. AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 40.5 cm x 27.6 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.7 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), aluminium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black weave Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology 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 -
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 178° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features 3-magnet speakers Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, AORUS RGB Fusion 2.0
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone output
Microphone input
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 3 (20TL) AORUS 17G SB (7UK1130MH)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 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, self-healing BIOS WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
SAR Value 2.512 W/kg (body), 0.967 W/kg (limb) -
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 - Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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