ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) vs. ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) and ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE). 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 M15 (GU502LW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

sleek, portable design

good thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

average battery life

no webcam

limited port selection

premium price tag

ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

lightweight and portable

high refresh rate screen

solid build quality

efficient cooling system

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no webcam

mediocre speaker quality.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) and ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) vs. ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.07 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy -
Colour Prism black | Brushed black Off black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 132.7% sRGB, 95.54% NTSC 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 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 TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Total Capacity 1.024 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0 -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amplification technology AI noise cancelling
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 76 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 TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free)
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 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI McAfee (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 (GU502LW) ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517ZE)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, 65W power delivery ASUS Aura Sync technology
SAR Value 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 7.1 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number HC032T HN046W
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