ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). 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 TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

high refresh rate display

backlit keyboard included

competitive price point

average battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Black IMR Black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 18"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 9 MB 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 - System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
SAR Value 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number - N6005W
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