In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) and MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST). 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 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm |
| Weight | 3.1 kg | 2.49 kg |
| Colour | Off black stealth | Lunar grey |
| DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 17" |
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| Touchscreen | - | Yes |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| 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% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision | MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12950HX / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 16-core | 14-core |
| Cache | 30 MB | 24 MB |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel HM670 Express | - |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 32 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | - |
| Empty Slots | 0 | - |
| STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Total Capacity | 2 TB | - |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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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 3080 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Video Memory | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost | - |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| Camera | - | Yes - 1080p |
| Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Four speakers, array microphone | Four speakers, microphone |
| Compliant Standards | Dolby Atmos | - |
| Audio Features | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
| BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A | - |
| INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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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 | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Slots | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free) | - |
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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 HDMI |
2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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| Software Included | - | MSI Center Pro |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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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) Security Chip | - |
| Features | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Repairability Index | 7.3 (out of 10) | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | LL017W | 098UK |
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