ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX). 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

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

customizable RGB lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Off black Off black stealth
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12950HX / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 16-core
Cache 24 MB 30 MB
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM670 Express
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
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 3080 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow
Repairability Index - 7.3 (out of 10)
Model Number LL093W LL017W
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