Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733vsAlienware x14 R2

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Asus
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733

Quick Stats

The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733 delivers impressive performance with high FPS scores consistently.
The laptop's build quality is solid, offering a durable and reliable construction for the device overall.
The high-refresh-rate display offers a smoother experience, but may require tweaking for full potential in less demanding games.
The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733 features a powerful Ryzen 9 CPU and RTX 3080 GPU combo.
Alienware
Alienware x14 R2
x14 R2

Quick Stats

The Alienware x14 R2 impresses with exceptional performance despite its thin and light design.
The Alienware x14 R2 boasts an impressive build quality with premium feel despite its slim design.
The display on Alienware x14 R2 offers vivid and lifelike colors with high color gamut accuracy.
The Alienware x14 R2 features a powerful 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12600H processor with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
#295
Alienware x14 R2
Winner
#290
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
#37
Winner
Alienware x14 R2
#262
Display
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
#199
Alienware x14 R2
#172
Winner
Performance
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
#195
Winner
Alienware x14 R2
#283
Build
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
#518
Alienware x14 R2
#412
Winner
Features
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
#726
Alienware x14 R2
#201
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733
Alienware Alienware x14 R2
up to 96GB
up to 32GB
up to 16000GB SSD + up to 8000GB HDD
up to 4000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D
Intel Core i7-13620H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop, 175W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 85W)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733

Strengths

The laptop comes with a powerful Ryzen 9 5900HX CPU and an RTX 3080 GPU, making it ideal for high-end gaming and esports.
The hertz monitor provides smooth visuals in games like Overwatch, although the improvement is not drastic compared to cheaper options.
The optical mechanical keyboard offers a genuine improvement over cheaper laptops with its soft touch paint on the palm rest and 1.9mm total travel distance.
The design features transparent elements that give it a cyberpunky feel, making it a premium device for gamers.
The ROG Keystone feature provides an extra layer of security by allowing you to set certain features on or off depending on whether the RFID keystone is inserted.
The laptop offers great value for its price, coming in under other RTX 3080 laptops like the Alienware M17 R4.

Weaknesses

The hertz monitor's higher frame rate doesn't always translate to a significant improvement over cheaper options, requiring users to fiddle with settings.
The transparent design elements may feel gimmicky or out of place in what's otherwise a premium device.
The ROG Keystone feature is unusual and may not appeal to everyone, although it does provide an extra layer of security.
The laptop's price tag of $3000 may be steep for some users, especially considering the Alienware M17 R4 costs $3600 with comparable components.
The benchmark scores are impressive, but the laptop's performance in certain games like Assassin's Creed Odyssey may not be as high as expected.
Some design elements, such as the transparent end plates and ROG logo animation, may feel flashy or attention-seeking rather than premium.

Alienware x14 R2

Strengths

The laptop provides great performance for heavy tasks such as 3D modeling, Photoshop, and 4K export.
It has a fast processor, with a score of 7,236 in Photoshop, which is impressive considering it only has 16GB of RAM.
The laptop can handle 4K export times of just 2 minutes and 11 seconds, making it one of the best results I've seen on my channel this year.
It has a great performance benchmark section, with scores of 208 for Autodesk 3ds Max, 203 PTC Creo, 301 for Autodesk Maya, and a 102 for solid works.
The laptop is very well optimized, making it a great contender if you're considering a Photoshop laptop, especially someone who wants something thin and on-the-go friendly.
It's available at an affordable price point of around $1,200 - $1,249.

Weaknesses

The battery life is not great, with only 6 hours and 35 minutes of streaming video playback, which is less than I had hoped for.
The laptop has historically known to be not the most power-efficient processors, making it less suitable if you're looking for better battery life.
There's a bit of screen wobble, which might be an issue for some users.
It can struggle with 6K export times, taking around 22 minutes and 18 seconds.
The laptop is not the most power-efficient processor, making it less suitable if you're looking for better battery life.
There's minimal screen bounce, but a bit of screen wobble which might be an issue for some users.
Read Full Reviews

Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733

The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 G733 is a premium gaming laptop that promises esports excellence with its powerful Ryzen 9 5900HX CPU and RTX 3080 GPU. Boasting a 300Hz display, optical mechanical keyboard, and customizable design, this laptop aims to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience. With its bold aesthetic and feature-packed design, it's sure to turn heads. But does it live up to the hype?

Alienware x14 R2

The Alienware x14 R2 is a sleek and powerful laptop that defies expectations with its slim design and impressive performance capabilities. Despite its thin chassis, this 14-inch laptop delivers robust results in demanding tasks such as 3D modeling, video editing, and content creation. With up to 16GB of RAM and an H-series processor, it's surprising to see this laptop keep pace with larger, more expensive models. Can the x14 R2 really deliver on its promise of performance without compromise? I take a closer look at what makes this slim powerhouse tick.

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