In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) and Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ). 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) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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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 | 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm |
Weight | 2.3 kg | 2.5 kg |
Colour | Off black | - |
DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17.3" - IPS |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | - |
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, thin bezel design |
PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 14-core | 6-core |
Cache | 24 MB | - |
64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
Chipset | - | Mobile Intel HM370 |
Features | - | Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) |
MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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RAM | 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 64 GB |
RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 4800 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 1 | 0 |
STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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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 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost | NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design |
Gaming | Yes | - |
Camera | - | Yes - HD |
Sound | Four speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | - |
Audio Features | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp | Nahimic 3 sound technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
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Wireless Controller | - | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 |
Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Killer Ethernet E2600 |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 94.24 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A | 230 Watt |
INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB | Fusion Engine, N-key rollover, per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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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 (supports Thunderbolt 3) USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 HDMI LAN Headphone output Microphone input |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) |
SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home |
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MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 (G533ZW) | Gigabyte AERO 17 XA (7UK1130SQ) |
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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 | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology | Supra-Cool 2 technology |
Compliant Standards | - | DisplayPort 1.4 |
Repairability Index | 7.3 (out of 10) | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |
Model Number | LN148W | - |