ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS). 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 (FA617XS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

solid gaming performance

durable build quality

good thermal management

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
71 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
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 Sandstorm
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology 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 -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle, IPS-level 3 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
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 (FA617XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
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 780M
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 Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
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 (FA617XS)
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 (FA617XS)
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 (FA617XS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (white)
Features Per-key RGB, optomechanical switches Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
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
Model Number HG125T N4036W
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