ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS). 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 Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful AMD processor

lightweight and portable

fast SSD storage

high-resolution display

effective cooling system

expensive price point

no webcam included

limited port selection

average battery life

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

customizable RGB lighting

efficient thermal management

robust build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.3 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 300 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS / 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Four speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401IVC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS)
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB 3.0 drive for co-branding Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology
Model Number HA275T HF085T
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