ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) vs. ASUS 15 (M509DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) and ASUS 15 (M509DA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

attractive design aesthetics

efficient cooling system

rgb keyboard backlighting

reasonable price point

average battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

limited display brightness

ASUS 15 (M509DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (M509DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgrade options

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) and ASUS 15 (M509DA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) vs. ASUS 15 (M509DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.395 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz AMD Athlon Silver 3050U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - L2 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 32 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Interfaces Headphone output
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) ASUS 15 (M509DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password System password
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number - EJ381
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