ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA). 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 GX701GWR Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

slim, attractive design

high refresh rate display

excellent thermal management

robust build quality

high price point

limited battery life

no webcam included

limited port selection

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

lightweight design

decent battery life

simple user interface

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 27.2 cm x 1.87 cm 41.1 cm x 27 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Black (bottom), star grey (top), star grey (LCD cover)
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 300 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 60% NTSC
Features NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, NVIDIA G-SYNC -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - VGA
Frame Rate 60 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology ASUS SonicMaster
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Technology 4-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader - 3 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Included Accessories 1080P webcam, power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password System password
SAR Value - 0.531 W/kg (body), 0.531 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index - 6.3 (out of 10)
Model Number HG108T BX019T
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