ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ). 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 (X1704ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large vibrant display

affordable price point

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

average battery life

modest graphics card

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution main display

ample connectivity options

effective cooling system

high price point

short battery life

heavy and bulky

complex for casual users

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
92 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 25.43 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.97 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.67 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Cool silver Off black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology - Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features - Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, FreeSync Premium Pro Technology, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 8505 / 1.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 5-core 16-core
Cache 8 MB 64 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / AMD Radeon 610M
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter 30 frames per second
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Six speakers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Interfaces HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1704ZA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650PZ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Audio booster System password, fingerprint-resistant coating, illuminated ROG logo, fast charging, ASUS Aura Sync technology, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans, AAS Plus 2.0 intake airflow
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH -
Model Number AU037W NM030W
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