ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH). 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 5 KB (7UK1131SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

good thermal management

RGB backlit keyboard

heavier than competitors

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.79 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Off black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
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 144 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, 5 ms response time, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
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)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
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 630
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, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
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 - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8411B
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 48.96 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 180 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB 15 colours backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
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 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Headphone output
Microphone input
Mini DisplayPort 1.2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - XSplit Broadcaster (3 months Premium licence), XSplit Gamecaster (3 months Premium licence), AORUS Gaming Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) AORUS 5 KB (7UK1131SH)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 WINDFORCE Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number LL093W -
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