Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023) vs Lenovo LOQ 15

102 facts in comparison

Based on 1,542 Reddit opinions. Close race—G16 (2023) edges ahead.

1.5K opinions
G16 (2023) leads by 1pts
Reddit's Pick
Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)
75%
B
Based on
1,062 Redditors
Winner

Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)

~$1,589.43
488 opinions

tldr; RTX 4060/4070 in 16-inch chassis. 165Hz display, solid thermals. Good ROG quality without Scar's premium price.

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Lenovo LOQ 15
74%
B-
Based on
2,121 Redditors

Lenovo LOQ 15

~$1,099.99
1,054 opinions

tldr; Lenovo's new budget line. Legion quality at lower price. Solid entry choice.

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Gaming PerformanceDisplayThermals & NoiseBattery LifeBuild & Portability
🎮GAM
🖥️DIS
🌡️THE
🔋BAT
🔧BUI
71
Points
64
Points

Score by Category

Gaming Performance
87%83%
Display
70%58%
Thermals & Noise
68%73%
Battery Life
48%24%
Build & Portability
63%55%

Why is Lenovo LOQ 15 better than Strix G16 (2023)?

  • Better value (93% vs 87%)
  • Affordable Legion alternative
  • RTX 4050/4060 options
  • Simpler plastic build
Based on 3,183 Reddit opinions
Too Close to Call

Reddit prefers the G16 (2023)

Winning by 1 points (75% vs 74%)

Better display
Better build quality
Better battery
High confidence (3,183 mentions)

💬Reddit Sentiment

Based on 3,183 Reddit mentions

Overall Rating

G16 (2023)
7.5/10
1,062 mentions
LOQ 15
7.4/10
2,121 mentions
THERMALS
G16 (2023)6.8/10
LOQ 157.3/10
VALUE
G16 (2023)8.7/10
LOQ 159.3/10
DISPLAY
G16 (2023)7.0/10
LOQ 155.8/10
BUILD QUALITY
G16 (2023)6.3/10
LOQ 155.5/10
GAMING PERFORMANCE
G16 (2023)8.7/10
LOQ 158.3/10
BATTERY LIFE
G16 (2023)4.8/10
LOQ 152.4/10
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Head to Head

Head to Head

G16 (2023): 4|LOQ 15: 2
ThermalsLOQ 15
G16 (2023)68%
LOQ 1573%
ValueLOQ 15
G16 (2023)87%
LOQ 1593%
DisplayG16 (2023)
G16 (2023)70%
LOQ 1558%
Build QualityG16 (2023)
G16 (2023)63%
LOQ 1555%
Gaming PerformanceG16 (2023)
G16 (2023)87%
LOQ 1583%
Battery LifeG16 (2023)
G16 (2023)48%
LOQ 1524%
G16 (2023)75%
LOQ 1574%
Close race - G16 (2023) edges ahead by 1 points

Key Specs

SpecAsus ROG Strix G16 (2023)Lenovo LOQ 15
Brand
ASUS
Lenovo
Manufacturer
ASUS
Lenovo
Color
Eclipse Gray
grey
Weight
7.0 pounds
1.0 Pounds
Height
10.39 Inches
0.86 inches

Key Highlights

Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)
📌 16-inch 165Hz display
📌 Strong 1440p gaming performance
🌡️ Adequate thermal management
💰 Better value than Scar line
📌 Aggressive gamer aesthetic
Lenovo LOQ 15Winner
💰 Affordable Legion alternative
📌 RTX 4050/4060 options
🔧 Simpler plastic build
📌 144Hz display standard
📌 Good for 1080p gaming

Topic Battles

G16 (2023): 4|Tied: 0|LOQ 15: 1
🎮Gaming Performance
G16 (2023) wins
G16 (2023)
87%
LOQ 15
83%
🖥️Display
G16 (2023) wins
G16 (2023)
70%
LOQ 15
58%
🌡️Thermals & Noise
LOQ 15 wins
G16 (2023)
68%
LOQ 15
73%
🔋Battery Life
G16 (2023) wins
G16 (2023)
48%
LOQ 15
24%
🔧Build & Portability
G16 (2023) wins
G16 (2023)
63%
LOQ 15
55%

Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories

📈Where They Rank

💬What Redditors Actually Say

What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)

Best Praise
+39 pts
Is that the Targus cooling mat or pad? I think I have the same one. I keep hearing about the Lenovo Legion laptops. This one looks pretty good. I just recently got an Asus Strix G16 and it looks clean, runs well for me.
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Top Criticism
+114 pts
Strix is very expensive for a 5060, meanwhile 5070 Ti is 2 tiers above, more VRAM, OLED screen etc, plus we've listed it on sale for $1599 on the [https://gaminglaptop.deals](https://gaminglaptop.deals) site in the past, I'll be very surprised if that doesn't come back next week closer to Black Friday.
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What Redditors Say

Best praise vs top criticism for Lenovo LOQ 15

Best Praise
+29 pts
The LOQ is the best value option if you can afford it. It's just better built and better performing all around for a moderate price increase. >What should i be looking into spec wise? Depends on what you want to do, but gaming wise the 5050 LOQ should play just about anything out of the box, if at lower settings. Can't say the same about MSI Thin and the 3050 Victus.
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Top Criticism
+25 pts
Desktops are always superior to laptops in terms of price and specs But when you think about the bundle you get with a laptop, it starts to make sense. I have owned laptops since I was 9 and I'm pretty much sure that I overloaded each ThinkPad, each Dell and now the Legion I own (but I'm more delicate now to my tech). None died under proper maintenance and monitoring. The thing is that LOQs had a ton of problems regarding the motherboard and hardware failures due to 1. Intel's problem with 13/14th then IA VCC or basically Package Voltage going over 1.4v which degraded the CPU like a poison silently. (Got patched in Aug/Nov 2024 I don't remember) 2. Lenovo has QC problems and still does for budget sections of anything that isn't a ThinkPad or a Legion 7/9 3. It's a lottery.
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📈Historical Price Data

Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)
Lenovo LOQ 15
$1000$1500$2000Jun '25Sep '25Nov '25Dec '25Dec '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26May '26Low: $2154.6Low: $849.99Current: $2197.99
Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)
All-time low: $1799.99(2024-01)
$597 below 90-day avg
Lenovo LOQ 15
All-time low: $849.99(2025-11)
$21 below 90-day avg

Which is Better?

Too Close to Call

Both products have nearly identical approval ratings (75% vs 74%). Choose based on your specific needs and preferences.

Why G16 (2023)
  • 📌 16-inch 165Hz display
  • 📌 Strong 1440p gaming performance
  • 🌡️ Adequate thermal management
Why LOQ 15
  • Better Value for Money (93% vs 87%)
  • More discussed (2,121 vs 1,062)

❤️The Love/Hate Breakdown

Sentiment Breakdown

35%Positive
Positive
35%
Neutral
54%
Negative
11%
Based on 1,062 Reddit opinions

Sentiment Breakdown

37%Positive
Positive
37%
Neutral
50%
Negative
13%
Based on 2,121 Reddit opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023) or Lenovo LOQ 15?
Based on 3,183 Reddit comments, Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023) has a slight edge with 75% positive sentiment vs Lenovo LOQ 15's 74%. The difference is small, so both are solid choices.
Should I buy Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023) or Lenovo LOQ 15?
Both have similar approval ratings (75% vs 74%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023)?
Reddit users highlight: 16-inch 165Hz display. Strong 1440p gaming performance. Adequate thermal management. With 1,062 mentions and 75% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Lenovo LOQ 15?
Reddit users highlight: Affordable Legion alternative. RTX 4050/4060 options. Simpler plastic build. With 2,121 mentions and 74% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 3,183 Reddit comments: 1,062 about Asus ROG Strix G16 (2023) and 2,121 about Lenovo LOQ 15. Data was sourced from Gaming Laptops community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.

1,542 Reddit opinions analyzed · Last updated 6/24/2026