ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) and ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV). 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 M15 (GU502LV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

sleek, portable design

high-refresh-rate display

good thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

average battery life

limited port selection

no webcam

premium price tag

ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

spacious keyboard layout

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) and ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm 39.9 cm x 29.3 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.85 kg
Colour Brushed black Original black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Intel HM470 Intel HM470
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Smart Amp
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI, Aura Creator
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix G17 (G712LV)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label
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
SAR Value - 0.32 W/kg (body), 0.32 W/kg (limb)
Model Number HC061R EV045T
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