ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR. 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 FX705GE (EW227T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

durable build quality

large display size

decent thermal management

heavy and bulky

average battery life

mediocre sound quality

limited port selection

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
84 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.61 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate, magnesium alloy, plastic
Colour Black IMR, red matter Black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 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. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Max-Q design
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
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 TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 60 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
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
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW227T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXR
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture
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)
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G, DisplayPort 1.2
Model Number - AZ044T
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