ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R). 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 SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

customizable rgb lighting

efficient thermal management

durable build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
84 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.61 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.57 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate, magnesium alloy, plastic -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
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. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate WideView, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9980HK
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz -
Number of Cores - 8-core
Cache 12 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 32 GB
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
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 RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design -
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 SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
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 SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
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
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G531GW (AZ055R)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture 1080P webcam, power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G, DisplayPort 1.2 -
Model Number AZ044T -
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