HP EliteBook 850 G6 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G6 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX). 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.

HP EliteBook 850 G6 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G6 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

bright display

heavy for portability

average graphics performance

noisy under load

expensive base model

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G6 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G6 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight - 2.3 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features - Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type - DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Sound - Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Full-size Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Interfaces - Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G6 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZX)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, CarbonNeutral, BSI, ISO 8887 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - return to base - 2 years -
Model Number - LN083W
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