ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T). 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 TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

full hd display

backlit keyboard feature

reasonable price point

durable build quality

heavier than competitors

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative screenpad technology

compact and lightweight design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful processor

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm 32.3 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Metal
Colour Black Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 90 Watt, 19 V
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ScreenPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology 5.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Super IPS+ display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G -
SAR Value - 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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