ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY). 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 S15 (S530UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stylish lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

comfortable backlit keyboard

reasonable price point

average battery life

moderate graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

expandable storage options

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Firmament green Off black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 24-core
Cache - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA G-SYNC
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - N-key rollover, per-key RGB, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow
Model Number EJ490T NM001W
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