ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

lightweight design

solid build quality

average display quality

limited graphics performance

short battery life

no backlit keyboard

ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

RGB keyboard lighting

efficient cooling system

solid build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) and ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) vs. ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm 36.1 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 1 kg 2.4 kg
Colour Deep dive blue -
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
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
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache - 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA (8 GB flash) / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V 180 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, 4 RGB zones, HyperStrike Pro technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053T) ASUS ROG Strix Hero II GL504GM (ES173T)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - ASUS Aura Sync technology, HyperCool Pro thermal system
SAR Value - 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb)
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