ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient cooling system

lightweight and portable

reasonable price point

solid gaming performance

attractive minimalist design

average battery life

dim display brightness

no webcam included

limited storage capacity

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

intuitive interface

average battery life

moderate performance

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.04 cm 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.3 kg
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, WideView ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 3750H Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 32 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie, white LED backlight -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - ASUS Live Update, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS GiftBox
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G GA502DU ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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 - ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
SAR Value 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb) 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb)
Model Number AL005T AU358T
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