ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). 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 M16 (GU604VY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

sleek, lightweight design

advanced cooling system

good connectivity options

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy 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 M16 (GU604VY) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
93 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.29 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Off black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 18"
LCD Backlight Technology Mini LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 1100 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, VESA DisplayHDR 1000, 92% screen-to-body ratio NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.4 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) 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 4090 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, 3-microphone array Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) 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 M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), NVIDIA Studio drivers Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VY) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, AniMe Matrix lighting, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling, ROG Nebula HDR Display 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 - N6005W
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