AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX). 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.

AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

expandable storage options

robust build quality

effective thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

pricey base model

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

customizable RGB lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.74 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Black Off black stealth
DISPLAY AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12950HX / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 16-core
Cache 24 MB 30 MB
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM670 Express
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - HD -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
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)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 99 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Anti-ghosting, macro function, 3-zone illumination, N-key rollover Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free)
Interfaces LAN
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS AORUS 5 KE4 (72UK314SO) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Microsoft Azure AI, WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow
Repairability Index - 7.3 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number - LL017W
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