ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) vs. ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) and ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W). 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 X515JA (EJ3358W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) and ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) vs. ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
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 - VGA
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W)
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
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 System password
Compliant Standards - CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number LN083W -
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