ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T). 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 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

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

full hd display

durable keyboard design

decent cooling system

affordable gaming option

heavyweight build

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 2.7 kg
Colour - Black IMR, red matter
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA (8 GB flash) / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS Headphone:X
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, 4 RGB zones, HyperStrike Pro technology ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Interfaces 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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) 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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