If you prioritize high-performance for intensive tasks like engineering software, 3D rendering, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, despite being less portable due to its larger size and weight, is a powerful choice with its top-tier processor and advanced graphics. However, the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers significantly better portability and a higher resolution OLED screen with superior color coverage, making it a great pick for general use and multimedia consumption. The Zenbook's lightweight design and vivid display come at the cost of less storage and a less powerful GPU, which may not suit demanding gaming or professional workloads. Both models have similar battery life, but the Zenbook 14X's superior portability makes it more convenient for on-the-go use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.3/10
6.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
7.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with its advanced Intel i9 processor and high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, excels in demanding engineering and design tasks, while its IPS display delivers solid screen quality, though not as high resolution as the Zenbook.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14X for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X, consider the following; for general use, both laptops have high-quality screens, the Zenbook 14X edges out with a sharper resolution and better brightness, enhancing everyday activities like browsing and streaming. For engineering and design tasks, both laptops offer vibrant colors and wide color ranges, crucial for accurate color work, but the Zenbook's screen is superior in representing these colors. Gamers and 3D designers, however, may find the ROG Strix Scar 15's lower refresh rate less optimal for fast-paced visuals and rendering, whereas resolution and panel type, although important, don't quite compensate.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$777
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a price of $2,000 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X costs $777.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 offers a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, which support demanding tasks and multitasking, making it suitable for general use, while its screen quality and refresh rate contribute to a pleasant visual experience, but its size and weight reduce portability and its battery life is moderate. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14X also provides plenty of RAM and a capable CPU for general applications, while boasting superior screen quality due to its OLED display with high brightness and color accuracy; it's lighter and designed for greater portability, though the tradeoff comes with less powerful graphics hardware and the absence of certain gaming-oriented features.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X 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
7.4/10
7.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and ASUS Zenbook 14X 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 Scar 15 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X compare to other laptops
"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."
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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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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