ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA). 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 II GL704GM (EV089T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.35 cm x 2.64 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 1.5 kg
Colour Black, gun metal Slate grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14"
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 -
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
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 9 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel HD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology ASUS SonicMaster
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features 4-zone illumination Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 in S mode 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Strix stickers, ROG keychain Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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 ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number - EK038T
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