ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX). 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 SCAR 17 (G733ZX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

customizable RGB lighting

advanced cooling system

durable build quality

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
88 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.9 kg
Colour Brushed black Stealth silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 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 SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
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 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate - 60 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
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
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZX)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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, ASUS Aura Sync technology
Model Number HC061R LL014W
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