ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY). 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 SCAR 17 (G733QS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

customizable RGB lighting

ample storage options

advanced cooling system

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

noisy under load

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution main display

ample storage options

advanced cooling system

high price point

bulkier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
92 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 35.5 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.97 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 2.67 kg
Colour Black Off black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle, IPS-level Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, VESA DisplayHDR 1000
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 16-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 64 MB
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / AMD Radeon 610M
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone Six speakers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB, optomechanical switches Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PY)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter, palm rest
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, Active Aerodynamic System Plus (AAS Plus), Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
Model Number HG125T NM010W
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