ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 120Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

effective cooling system

sturdy build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no webcam

limited port selection

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

slim, attractive design

effective cooling system

good audio quality

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 2 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Black Brushed black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
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 300 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 100% sRGB, 75.36% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Matte, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
RAM 16 GB 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amp
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone output
Microphone input
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL061T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, hard drive password ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura RGB lighting, 65W power delivery
SAR Value - 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb)
Model Number - HF049T
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