ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

innovative cooling system

sleek, premium design

excellent audio quality

high price tag

limited port selection

moderate battery life

heavy for portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm 39.9 cm x 27.2 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Brushed black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
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 300 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% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
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 M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
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 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
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 Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
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 -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 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 Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, 65W power delivery
SAR Value - 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb)
Model Number HC061R HG007T
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