ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR). 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 G15 (GA502IV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

lightweight and portable

efficient cooling system

good battery life

limited storage capacity

no webcam included

average speaker quality

higher price point

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

customizable RGB lighting

efficient thermal management

durable build quality

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.04 cm 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.5 kg
Colour Brushed black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 68% NTSC, 72% sRGB, 75.36% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS / 2.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 8 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon Vega Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
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 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hour(s) -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
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 G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA502IV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR)
Included Accessories Power adapter, bezel label Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password System password
SAR Value 0.014 W/kg (body), 0.014 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number AZ001T HQ005T
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