ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). 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 G15 (GA503QS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

lightweight and portable

efficient cooling system

long battery life

premium price tag

no webcam included

limited port selection

loud under load

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Eclipse grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 18"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache 16 MB 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 (GA503QS) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Model Number HN013T N6005W
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