ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

slim, attractive design

high refresh rate display

excellent thermal management

robust build quality

high price point

limited battery life

no webcam included

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 27.2 cm x 1.87 cm 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.4 kg
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
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. 300 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Intel HD Graphics 620
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, NVIDIA G-SYNC -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 60 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology ASUS SonicMaster
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Technology 4-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 1.4mm travel distance -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Included Accessories 1080P webcam, power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter
Security - 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 System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
SAR Value - 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb)
Model Number HG108T EK019T
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