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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 offers a superior display with a higher resolution and refresh rate for a more visually impressive experience, which might benefit tasks like video editing or enjoying high-definition media. In contrast, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 features a newer graphics card, indicating it could provide better performance for the latest games and demanding software applications. The Zephyrus G15 is slightly more compact and lighter, giving it a slight edge in portability. Your choice should prioritize either the display quality and portability of the Zephyrus or the potentially stronger gaming and software performance of the TUF Gaming A15. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good battery life
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15's Nvidia RTX 3070 and higher screen refresh rate make it a solid choice for detailed 3D work and smoother gaming visuals, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, with a Nvidia RTX 4070, offers more raw graphics power which is crucial for high-end gaming and 3D applications, but has a lower screen refresh rate. Both have good CPUs and screen quality, with the Zephyrus providing a higher resolution display for sharper images, which plays into screen quality, benefiting design tasks that require precision.
Screen Quality
7.9
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen for content creation.
If you prioritize a beautiful display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15's high resolution and brightness offer a sharp and vivid experience. For engineering and design work, the color accuracy of the G15, with its wider color gamut, is crucial for precise visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate of both laptops may not provide as smooth visuals as models with higher refresh rates, which are key for fast-paced action.
Battery
9.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 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
8.5
7.2
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,248
$1,700
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,248 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 costs $1,700.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 offers superior screen quality, a more powerful CPU, and is more portable, making it very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, though similar in RAM and storage, has a lower screen resolution and is less portable but provides longer battery life and newer GPU, being merely good for general use.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.2
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, with its AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS CPU, Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, and high-resolution 1440p screen, delivers strong performance and vivid graphics suitable for engineering applications and content creation, albeit at a higher cost and slightly reduced battery life.
Content Creation
8.0
8.0
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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
7.4
7.6
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 | ASUS TUF Gaming A15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,248 | $1,700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.85 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | AMD Ryzen 7 7940HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Florian Glaser | February 2021
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2023
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
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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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