ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX and ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA). 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 S GX531GX Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

powerful gaming performance

innovative cooling system

high refresh rate display

RGB keyboard lighting

short battery life

no webcam

limited upgradeability

high price point

ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

vivid full-hd display

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

efficient multitasking capabilities

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX and ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.57 cm 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Black Bespoke black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 24 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 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features 4 RGB zones Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture 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 Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) System password, ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT)
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number ES002T BQ1355T
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