ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T). 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 ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

good keyboard feel

average display

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good keyboard layout

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.3 cm 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1 kg
Colour Black Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3"
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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM175 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
Secondary Storage 2 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 3 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Built-in numeric keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power 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) -
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