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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is more portable and offers a higher resolution OLED screen which is vibrant and better suited for general use and tasks that benefit from color accuracy like photo editing; however, it has integrated graphics, so it's not ideal for gaming or intensive 3D and machine learning tasks. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with a powerful processor and dedicated graphics, making it a better choice for gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering software, but it is heavier and less portable with less battery life than the Zenbook. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook S 13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
8.6
7.6
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
365.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.5
7.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook S 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 offers impressive screen quality with its OLED display for vivid colors but has a lower refresh rate and a less powerful GPU compared to the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, which boasts a high refresh rate and a more powerful dedicated gaming GPU, making it better suited for high-end gaming and 3D applications. However, the Zenbook is more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller size, whereas the ROG Strix emphasizes performance over portability, which reflects in its heavier build and larger screen.
Content Creation
8.5
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
8.1
7.9
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
365.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 likely has a higher resolution and brighter display, making text and images sharper and easier to view under various lighting conditions, which is ideal for general use and detailed engineering tasks where clarity is crucial. For engineering and design work, this laptop probably offers wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation needed for such professional tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, despite its lower overall screen quality, may be preferable due to a higher refresh rate which allows for smoother visuals and better gaming experience.
Battery
11.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has 11 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Best in Class
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has best in class portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a price of $1,400 and the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13, with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, is designed for demanding tasks like engineering, while its portable build and crisp screen make it suitable for design work on the go. In contrast, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its robust GPU and superior screen quality, excels in engineering simulations and graphic-intensive applications, though it trades off some portability due to its larger size and gaming-oriented build.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Zenbook S 13 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook S 13 and the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook S 13 | ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 8.5'' x 0.46'' | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.97'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.2 lbs | 5.51 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.66" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.52" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1355U | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 63 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 365 nits | 283 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.5/10 | 6.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | No Webcam | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Andreas Osthoff | May 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 is the slimmest OLED ultrabook worldwide struggles with annoying fans. The new Zenbook S 13 leaves us with mixed feelings, particularly since last year's model was so good. Asus has completely reworked the device, making the laptop noticeably slimmer. The result also looks good and the case makes a great impression, particularly also in terms of the stability. The new plasma ceramic surface feels great, and there are no problems with fingerprints. In addition, it now includes some of the known connections such as an HDMI port and a regular USB-A connection, which is a good achievement in such a slim device."
ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
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Andrew E. Freedman | August 2022
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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