ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS). 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 TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient thermal management

competitive price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Black Off black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle, IPS-level Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
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 AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
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 TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB, optomechanical switches Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free) 2 x M.2 Card (1 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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Model Number HG125T N3083W
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