In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW). 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 Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm | 39.5 cm x 28.2 cm x 2.83 cm |
Weight | 1.9 kg | 2.9 kg |
Case Material | Magnesium alloy | - |
Colour | Prism black | Brushed black | Off black |
DISPLAY | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17.3" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) | 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle | Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | 14-core |
Cache | 12 MB | 24 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
Chipset | Intel HM470 | - |
Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | - |
MEMORY | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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RAM | 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 24 GB | 64 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 2933 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | 2933 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | 1 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
STORAGE | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Total Capacity | 1.024 TB | - |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
RAID Level | RAID 0 | - |
AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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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 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design | NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Sound | Stereo speakers, array microphone | Four speakers, array microphone |
Compliant Standards | - | Dolby Atmos |
Audio Features | ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amplification technology | Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp |
VR Ready | Yes | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Compliant Standards | Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 | - |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 76 Wh | 90 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 8.41 hours | - |
Battery Run Time | Video playback: up to 8.41 hours Web browsing: up to 7.47 hours |
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AC ADAPTER | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A | 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A |
INPUT | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover | Per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Interfaces | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI LAN Headphone output Microphone input |
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI |
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SOFTWARE | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI | - |
MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (G733ZW) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter, ROG Keystone, 2 customisable armour caps |
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Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, 65W power delivery | System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology |
SAR Value | 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb) | - |
Model Number | HC032T | LL093W |