ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC). 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 (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 Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

compact and lightweight

high refresh rate screen

strong gaming performance

good battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

can get quite hot

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 32.4 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Off black Grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14"
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 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
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, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
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 3050 Ti / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter, ROG X AW sleeve, ROG X AW cap, ROG X AW socks
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology System password, AniMe Matrix lighting
Model Number LL093W K2064R
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