ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

customizable RGB lighting

robust thermal management

ample storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

strong gaming performance

mechanical keyboard feel

good thermal management

portable design

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
83 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 35.6 cm x 25 cm x 2.5 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Off black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level Anti-glare, IGZO technology, Factory Calibration, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - HD
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 15G KB (8UK2130MH)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number LL093W -
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