ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T). 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 GX531GXR Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

high refresh rate

powerful graphics performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

high price tag

limited battery life

no webcam

limited upgradeability

ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
84 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.61 cm 39.9 cm x 29.3 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.85 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, magnesium alloy, plastic Polycarbonate ABS, plastic
Colour Black Black IMR, black with lightbar
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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. 240 Hz 60 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, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 150 Watt, 19.5 V, 7.5 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones Multi-touch touchpad, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix G731GT (AU028T)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter, palm rest label
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, DisplayPort 1.2 -
Model Number AZ044T -
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