ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV). 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 17 (G733PY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

customizable RGB lighting

advanced cooling system

durable build quality

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

sleek, lightweight design

good thermal management

efficient multitasking capabilities

above-average price

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
83 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 3 kg 2 kg
Colour Black Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Wide Colour Gamut, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 64 MB 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / AMD Radeon 610M NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733PY) ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Model Number LL003W N3009W
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