ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP). 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

Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful graphics performance

solid build quality

ample connectivity options

efficient thermal management

hefty price tag

moderate battery life

heavy form factor

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) and Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Off black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level Anti-glare, HDR 400 compatible, Delta E<1 calibration, thin bezel design, IPS-level, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (10th Gen) 10980HK / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.3 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB 16 MB
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) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 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 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
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 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
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 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR
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) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
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 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8125BG
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 99 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Fusion Engine, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
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
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone output
Microphone input
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) Gigabyte AERO 17 HDR YC (9UK4760SP)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology GIGABYTE RGB Fusion 2.0 supported, WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Compliant Standards - DisplayPort 1.4
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number LL093W -
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