ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ). 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 X515JA (EJ3921W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited upgrade options

integrated graphics only

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ) 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

heavier than competitors

short battery life

limited port selection

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
74 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Slate grey Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13650HX / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 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 X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Speakers, microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster Output: Smart Amplification technology, Cortana Far-Field Technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
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, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1.9mm travel distance, 4-Zone RGB backlight, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Slots - 2 x PCI Express 4.0 (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), NVIDIA Studio drivers
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515JA (EJ3921W) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JZ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution 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, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Cortana support, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - N3007W
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