ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

solid build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 1.05 kg 2.4 kg
Colour Burgundy red -
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB 9 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 S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA (8 GB flash) / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 180 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Windows Hello ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, 4 RGB zones, HyperStrike Pro technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI (on expansion base)
USB-C (on expansion base)
USB 3.0 (on expansion base)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET082T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Included Accessories Sleeve, mini dock, USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - ASUS Aura Sync technology, HyperCool Pro thermal system
SAR Value - 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb)
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