ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

slim, attractive design

effective cooling system

good audio quality

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

innovative cooling system

sleek, premium design

excellent audio quality

high price tag

limited port selection

moderate battery life

heavy for portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm 39.9 cm x 27.2 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 2 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Brushed black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
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. 300 Hz 300 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 75.36% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Matte, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 16 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amp Smart Amp
VR Ready Yes Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone output
Microphone input
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S17 (GX701LXS)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura RGB lighting, 65W power delivery ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, 65W power delivery
SAR Value 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb) 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb)
Model Number HF049T HG007T
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