ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA). 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 13 (UX325JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

sharp full hd display

efficient cooling system

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.3 cm 30.4 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.39 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.11 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate Aluminum
Colour Black Pine grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 13.3"
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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 130.56% sRGB, 94% NTSC, 98.38% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 9 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 67 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V, 7.7 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features 4-zone illumination Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.1
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Mini DisplayPort
Headphone output (on supplied cable)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix 15 (GL503GE) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325JA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Sleeve, USB Gigabit Ethernet adapter, USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.315 W/kg (body), 0.315 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EN034T EG035R
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