ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). 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 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

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 18"
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
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)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Model Number LN083W N6005W
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