In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV). 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 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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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 | 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 1.9 kg |
| Colour | Off black | Brushed black |
| DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" - IPS |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) | 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC |
| Features | Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision | Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 6-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | 12 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
| Chipset | - | Intel HM470 |
| MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 24 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 2933 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 1 |
| Empty Slots | 1 | 0 |
| STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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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 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost | NVIDIA Optimus |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Sound | Four speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, array microphone |
| Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | - |
| Audio Features | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp | Smart Amplification technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
| BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 76 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A | 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A |
| INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB | Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Interfaces | 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 |
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI LAN Headphone output Microphone input |
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| SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Pro |
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| Software Included | - | Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LV) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps | Power adapter |
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| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution | - |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology | System password |
| Repairability Index | 7.3 (out of 10) | - |
| Model Number | LN148W | HC061R |
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