ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. Dell G15 (5520)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and Dell G15 (5520). 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

Dell G15 (5520) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell G15 (5520) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

efficient thermal management

solid build quality

affordable price point

good audio quality

heavy and bulky

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and Dell G15 (5520)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. Dell G15 (5520) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 35.726 cm x 27.211 cm x 2.533 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.81 kg
Colour Off black Dark shadow grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch, 13 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 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) Dell G15 (5520)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3254
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 2230
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 86 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hour(s)
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 19.5 V
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
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
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Dell G15 (5520)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number LL093W -
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