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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you need a larger screen and top-notch gaming performance, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 with its high refresh rate display and powerful AMD processor could suit you. However, it's slightly heavier and less portable than the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, which offers a smaller screen and excellent performance too, but with an Intel processor. The G17 generally costs less, whereas the Scar 15 has a higher price point. Both have similar battery life, ample storage, and RAM for demanding tasks. Additionally, the Scar 15 is a bit more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight. If color accuracy for tasks like video editing is important, consider the G17 with its higher color space coverage. The final decision should be based on how much value you place on screen size, processor brand, portability, and your budget. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
- The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G17.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4
7.9
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering the ASUS ROG Strix G17 for general use, its panel type provides clear, sharp images and its high resolution and brightness make for a vivid display, but for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may lead to less fluid motion compared to other gaming-optimized screens. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, similarly good for general use due to satisfying panel quality and adequate brightness, falls a bit short for engineering and design because it does not cover as wide a range of color gamuts. Although both laptops offer sufficient resolution and panel type for 3D applications, they lack the higher refresh rates needed for the smoothest gaming experience.
Battery
3.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 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
Poor
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
283.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both good for general use.
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
8.4
8.3
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are considered very good for gaming and 3D because of their high-performance GPUs and screen refresh rates that enhance immersive gameplay. While both have screens with high refresh rates to ensure smooth motion rendering, the Strix G17's larger screen size might offer a more enveloping experience, whereas the Strix Scar 15's higher max refresh rate could deliver even smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.5
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both excellent for engineering and design use due to their robust CPU and GPU, substantial RAM, and high-quality screens which are crucial for software performance and visual precision in complex tasks. While the Strix G17 offers a larger, more color-accurate display for detailed work, the Strix Scar 15 provides greater portability and an advanced CPU for intensive processing, albeit with a smaller and less color-rich screen.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both very good for content creation.
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
7.7
7.4
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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 ROG Strix G17 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G17 | ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,391 | $2,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.21'' | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 320 nits | 283 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | No Webcam | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G17
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Mark Knapp | October 2023
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
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Vaidyanathan Subramaniam | May 2022
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
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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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