ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T). 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 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 Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

solid build quality

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 Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.4 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 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 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA (8 GB flash) / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory - 6 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 Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 180 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, 4 RGB zones, HyperStrike Pro technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, HyperCool Pro thermal system
SAR Value - 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W -
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