ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA). 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 S GX502GW Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

slim, portable design

144Hz refresh rate display

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no webcam

high price point

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large vibrant display

affordable price point

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

average battery life

modest graphics card

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm 39.9 cm x 25.43 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Black Cool silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate -
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 8505 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 5-core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amplification technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, N-key rollover, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Interfaces Headphone output
Microphone input
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, web camera Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Audio booster
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH
SAR Value 0.28 W/kg (body), 0.28 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number ES019T AU037W
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