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

Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

full hd display

numerical keypad included

average battery life

heavier design

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) and Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) vs. Lenovo V155-15API (81V5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 36.3 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 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 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Per-key RGB, optomechanical switches Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733QS) Lenovo V155-15API (81V5)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number HG125T -
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