ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) vs. ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) and ASUS X543UA (DM1508T). 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.

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

attractive rgb lighting

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

intuitive touchpad

adequate connectivity options

crisp audio output

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) and ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) vs. ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic -
Colour Black Star grey IMR with angle hairline
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
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 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-reflective
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel HD Graphics 610
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Mouse, keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, carrying case, mouse
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, ASUS IceCool design
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