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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choose the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 if you require top-notch performance for gaming, 3D modeling, or other intensive tasks, as it has a powerful AMD Ryzen processor and an Nvidia RTX graphics card. However, it's heavier and less battery efficient. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" Laptop is more affordable, lighter, with longer battery life, and adequate for basic tasks like web browsing and document editing, though its lower-resolution screen and performance may not be suitable for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15.
Key differences
General Use
7.9
5.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 offers a powerful CPU and high-end GPU, ample RAM and high-resolution display, making it excellent for demanding general use, but it's less portable due to its weight and size. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop, while lighter and slightly more portable, has a less capable CPU, lower RAM, basic graphics, and a lower-resolution screen, contributing to its poor performance for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.5
5.6
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a high 165Hz screen refresh rate, is well-suited for demanding gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop's more modest Intel UHD Graphics and standard 60Hz refresh rate limit its performance and smoothness in those same tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0
5.6
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, with its high-end processor and graphics card, ample memory, and superior screen quality, is tailored for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the Maypug 15" Laptop, with its basic processor, lower-end graphics, less memory, and a lower resolution screen, lacks the capabilities necessary for strenuous computational work.
Content Creation
8.0
5.9
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
7.9
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 boasts a display with excellent resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use, and it covers a wide color gamut, which is crucial for detailed engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate compared to gaming-specific models affects the smoothness in fast-paced gaming scenarios. The Maypug 15" Laptop has a display that lacks in both resolution and brightness, which diminishes the experience for general activities, and its inadequate color range limits precision in engineering and design tasks, while also having a refresh rate that isn't ideal for 3D gaming environments.
Battery
9.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
5.1
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,637
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,637 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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 Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,637 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
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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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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