ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR). 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 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 144Hz display

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient thermal management

solid build quality

heavier than competitors

no webcam included

limited battery life

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver Original black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS ROG Strix G15 (G513IR)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case 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, ErgoLift ASUS Aura Sync technology
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
Model Number AU078T HN016T
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