ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) and ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T). 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 (S532FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) and ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 41.5 cm x 28 cm x 2.4 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 3.05 kg
Colour Moss green | Transparent silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - TN
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 94% NTSC
Features 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display WideView, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 150 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0 Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display 4-zone illumination
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
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
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Bullguard Internet Security -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS ROG Strix GL703GE (GC053T)
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 0.512 W/kg (body), 0.512 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number BQ062T -
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