ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T). 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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

solid build quality

ample storage options

comfortable keyboard

average battery life

dim display

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

RGB keyboard lighting

robust build quality

effective cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.296 cm x 18.93 cm x 1.79 cm 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 2.4 kg
Colour Royal blue Gun metal
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6"
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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Smart Amp Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 66 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50 - 60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
USB-C Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FAC) ASUS ROG Strix SCAR II GL504GS (ES121T)
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB Gigabit Ethernet adapter Power adapter, ROG Strix stickers, ROG keychain, palm rest label
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift System password, hard drive password
SAR Value 0.444 W/kg (body), 0.444 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number A3101R -
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