ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T). 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 VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

decent processor

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 41.5 cm x 28 cm x 2.4 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 3.05 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - TN
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 94% NTSC
Features Anti-glare WideView, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 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 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 150 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance 4-zone illumination
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader - Yes
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
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, hard drive password -
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W -
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