ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) and Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ). 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 S15 (GX502LXS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

slim, attractive design

effective cooling system

good audio quality

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful graphics performance

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

fast ssd storage

premium price point

average battery life

limited port selection

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) and Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) vs. Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.89 cm 39.6 cm x 27 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 2 kg 2.5 kg
Colour Brushed black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - IPS
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 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 75.36% Adobe RGB -
Features Matte, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, thin bezel design
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 16 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
RAM 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming Yes -
Camera - Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Smart Amp Nahimic 3 sound technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 94.24 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB Fusion Engine, N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone output
Microphone input
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Sonic Studio III, Armoury Crate, GameVisual, GameFirst VI -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS) Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura RGB lighting, 65W power delivery Supra-Cool 2 technology
Compliant Standards - DisplayPort 1.4
SAR Value 0.58 W/kg (body), 0.58 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number HF049T -
Other Comparisons with ASUS ROG Zephyrus S15 (GX502LXS)
Other Comparisons with Gigabyte AERO 17 WA (7UK1130SQ)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: