ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T). 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 TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

solid build quality

affordable price point

efficient cooling system

full hd display

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Royal blue Black IMR
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4 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 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
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 TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR/RGB camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
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 TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 73 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
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
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GD (BQ999T)
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB 3.0 to Ethernet adapter Power adapter, palm rest label
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology -
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, JATE, CCC, FCC
Model Number A8011T -
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