ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust processing power

comfortable keyboard

ample storage capacity

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier design

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

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 S14 (M433IA) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
83 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.59 cm 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Indie black -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 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
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - 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 S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 180 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, 4 RGB zones, HyperStrike Pro technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (M433IA) 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
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password ASUS Aura Sync technology, HyperCool Pro thermal system
SAR Value - 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb)
Model Number EB508T -
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