ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T). 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 ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

powerful i7 processor

vivid 4k display

efficient battery life

innovative screenpad technology

limited port selection

higher price point

no optical drive

standard SSD capacity

ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

attractive rgb lighting

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) and ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 27.5 cm x 2.58 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 2.4 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Royal blue Black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC, 50% Adobe RGB, 67% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features IR/RGB camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 73 Wh 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN (on supplied cable)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS ROG Strix G531GU (AL059T)
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB 3.0 to Ethernet adapter Power adapter
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology System password
Model Number A8011T -
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