In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T). 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 II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.98 cm x 27.35 cm x 2.64 cm | 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm |
| Weight | 2.9 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Colour | Black, gun metal | Black IMR |
| DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 15.6" |
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| 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. | 144 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 200 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB | 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB |
| Features | Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.1 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 6-core | 6-core |
| Cache | 9 MB | 9 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | Mobile Intel HM370 |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| MEMORY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 1 |
| STORAGE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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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 GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus | NVIDIA Optimus |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, array microphone |
| Audio Features | Smart Amplification technology | - |
| VR Ready | Yes | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| BATTERY | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 66 Wh | 48 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A | 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A |
| INPUT | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | 4-zone illumination | - |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack Mini DisplayPort HDMI USB 3.1 Gen 2 USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 LAN |
Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 2.0 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 LAN HDMI |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
| SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) | ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, ROG Strix stickers, ROG keychain | Power adapter |
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| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology | - |
| SAR Value | - | 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb) |
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