ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS). 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 SCAR 15 (G533QS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

customizable RGB lighting

efficient thermal management

robust build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

slim, attractive design

effective cooling system

good audio quality

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.72 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2 kg
Colour Black Brushed black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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. 300 Hz 300 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB, 75.36% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Matte, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
RAM 16 GB 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Max-Q design
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amp
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone output
Microphone input
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533QS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura RGB lighting, 65W power delivery
SAR Value - 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb)
Model Number HF085T HF049T
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