ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). 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

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.35 cm x 2.64 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Black, gun metal -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology 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 -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, 170° viewing angle MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 9 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology Output: Hi-Res Audio
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 66 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (white)
Features 4-zone illumination Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL704GM (EV089T) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG Strix stickers, ROG keychain Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology MIL-STD-810G tested
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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