In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) and ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm | 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.94 cm |
Weight | 1.94 kg | 2.1 kg |
Case Material | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) | - |
Colour | Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) | Eclipse grey |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 16" OLED | 16" |
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Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes |
LCD Backlight Technology | - | Mini LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 165 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | 1100 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio | Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 Pro 6950H / 3.3 GHz | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS / 3.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.9 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 8-core |
Cache | L3 - 16 MB | L3 - 16 MB |
Features | Integrated memory controller | - |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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RAM | 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 6400 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | 6400 MHz | - |
Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
Empty Slots | - | 0 |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon RX 6500M / AMD Radeon 680M | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M |
Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | - |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | - | NVIDIA Optimus, MUX Switch |
Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter | IR camera, Windows Hello |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3306 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice | Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | - | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Qualcomm NFA725A | - |
Compliant Standards | DASH | - |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
WWAN |
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Generation | 4G | - |
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Technology | LTE | - |
Controller | Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 72 Wh | 90 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 135 Watt | 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad | Chiclet keyboard |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Slots | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free) |
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Interfaces | 3 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI External PCI Express |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) | Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro - English | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | Glance by Mirametrix | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) | ASUS ROG Flow X16 (GV601RW) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C slim power adapter | Power adapter |
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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, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified | - |
Repairability Index | - | 7.1 (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% | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Base warranty - battery - 1 year Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site |
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Model Number | - | M5039W |