ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T). 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 TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

solid build quality

affordable price point

backlit keyboard feature

adequate cooling system

moderate battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Black, gun metal -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 -
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features 4 RGB zones Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GW (ES043T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password -
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.05 W/kg (body), 0.05 W/kg (limb)
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