In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm | 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm |
Weight | 2.5 kg | 2.3 kg |
Colour | Black | Off black |
DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle | Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision |
PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 14-core |
Cache | 16 MB | 24 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 64 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 4800 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 1 |
STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone | Four speakers, array microphone |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | Smart Amp | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp |
COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A | 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A |
INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Per-key RGB | Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Slots | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free) | - |
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Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 HDMI |
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QR) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps | Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps |
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Security | - | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution |
Features | System password | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology |
Repairability Index | - | 7.3 (out of 10) |
Model Number | HQ005T | LN148W |