ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) and ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T). 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 VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless design

includes usb-c port

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution screen

limited upgrade options

ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

good keyboard feel

average display

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) and ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) vs. ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 900 g 2.6 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, Tru2Life ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
CPU Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM175
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
Secondary Storage - 2 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 500 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory - 3 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 180 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Built-in numeric keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) ASUS ROG Strix GL503VM (FY212T)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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)
SAR Value 0.075 W/kg (body), 0.075 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years -
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