Choose ThinkPad E580 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz (vs Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ThinkPad E580 vs ROG Strix GL502VM
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ThinkPad E580 and ROG Strix GL502VM within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ThinkPad E580 | ROG Strix GL502VM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | ASUS |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | ROG |
| Model | ThinkPad E580 | ROG Strix GL502VM |
| Model Number | ThinkPad E580 | GL502VM |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Gaming |
| Color | — | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Not Intel vPro eligible |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | AMD | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | AMD Radeon RX 550 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR5 |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI | 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | — |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | 2 |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | SD, SDHC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | — | Yes |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 600:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | NVIDIA G-SYNC |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | 720p |
| Camera Features | — | HD webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | — |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Advanced Audio | SonicMaster |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | — |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard | Chiclet keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | 0 zones |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar | — |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | 1Gbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Cellular Standard | — | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 | USB 5Gbps |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / DisplayPort | USB 5Gbps |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b | 2 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort via USB-C | Mini DisplayPort |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | M.2 storage and WLAN slots only |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-Ion |
| Battery Life | 13 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 80 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 60 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | — |
| Power Connector | USB-C | DC barrel |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 369 mm | — |
| Depth | 252 mm | — |
| Thickness | 19.95 mm | 23.5 mm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum / PC-ABS | — |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G tested | — |
| IP Rating | — | No rated ingress protection |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | dTPM 2.0 | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | No Intel vPro platform eligibility |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | ASUS BIOS recovery utility |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | — |
| EPEAT | Gold | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Mail-in or depot limited warranty | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ROG Strix GL502VM if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz (vs Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz)
- GPU Model at Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Storage Capacity at 128 GB (vs 256 GB)
What is the difference between ThinkPad E580 and ROG Strix GL502VM?
ThinkPad E580 and ROG Strix GL502VM share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Display Size (15.6 inch), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (ThinkPad E580: Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz, ROG Strix GL502VM: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (ThinkPad E580: AMD Radeon RX 550, ROG Strix GL502VM: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060); Storage Capacity (ThinkPad E580: 256 GB, ROG Strix GL502VM: 128 GB).
ThinkPad E580 may suit users who need its differing values, while ROG Strix GL502VM benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.