Dell XPS 15 9520 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell XPS 15 9520 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY). 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.

Dell XPS 15 9520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 15 9520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful intel performance

solid build quality

good battery life

advanced thermal design

high base price

heavier than competitors

no full-size usb port

limited color options

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

expandable storage options

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell XPS 15 9520 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell XPS 15 9520 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.44 cm x 23.014 cm x 1.854 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.92 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Silver Off black
DISPLAY Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology - Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 145 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.18 mm pixel pitch, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache 24 MB 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA G-SYNC
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 576 x 360 (infrared) Yes - HD
Resolution 0.9 Megapixel (standard), 0.2 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR/RGB camera, 78.5 degrees -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3281 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 -
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 86 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - N-key rollover, per-key RGB, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB4 Gen 3x2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence), McAfee Small Business Security (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell XPS 15 9520 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Model Number - NM001W
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