ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31). 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 SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) 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

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

adequate connectivity options

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest storage capacity

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.65 kg
Colour Black Shale black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps 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, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans -
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number LN083W TCO
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