ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

good keyboard feel

average display

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Gun metal Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
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. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM175
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
Secondary Storage - 2 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory - 3 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 180 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Built-in numeric keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ErgoLift -
SAR Value 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number EJ037T -
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