ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX). 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 Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

compact and lightweight

high refresh rate screen

strong gaming performance

good battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

can get quite hot

premium price tag

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

customizable RGB lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.99 cm 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Grey Off black stealth
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS / 3 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12950HX / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 16-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 30 MB
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM670 Express
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (0 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 AW SE (GA401QEC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 SE (G733CX)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ROG X AW sleeve, ROG X AW cap, ROG X AW socks Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, AniMe Matrix lighting System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, Aura Sync Bezel Glow
Repairability Index - 7.3 (out of 10)
Model Number K2064R LL017W
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