ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T). 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 II GL504GW (ES043T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

attractive design aesthetics

efficient cooling system

rgb keyboard backlighting

reasonable price point

average battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

limited display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 2.395 kg
Colour Black, gun metal Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features 4 RGB zones ASUS Overstroke technologie
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone output
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS ROG Strix G531GT (AL106T)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password System password
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