Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17vsHP ProBook 650 G8

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Asus
ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17
ROG STRIX SCAR 17

Quick Stats

The ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17 delivers exceptional performance with its i7 processor, RTX 3060, and DDR5 RAM.
The ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17 boasts an impressive build quality with a nice mix of materials overall.
The display is a highlight, delivering vibrant colors and crisp text with decent peak brightness of 300 nits.
The ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17 boasts top-notch features, including Intel's latest hardware and an RTX 3060 GPU.
HP
HP ProBook 650 G8
ProBook 650 G8

Quick Stats

The HP ProBook 650 G8 delivers impressive and robust performance with its high-end processor configuration.
The HP ProBook 650 G8 boasts exceptional build quality, with a sleek and professional aesthetic overall.
The display on the HP ProBook 650 G8 offers vibrant colors and good brightness at 60Hz frequency.
The HP ProBook 650 G8 features a strong Intel Iris Xe graphics and a quad-core CPU with 32GB RAM.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
Winner
#817
HP ProBook 650 G8
#820
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#811
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#827
Display
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#639
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#861
Performance
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#304
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#615
Build
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#522
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#638
Features
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#868
HP ProBook 650 G8
#754
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17
HP HP ProBook 650 G8
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 24000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-10980HK
Intel Core i7-1165G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (Laptop, 150W)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
3x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17

Strengths

It's a fantastic device
The massive body of the g7 creates for some fantastic heat dissipation
The trackpad is top-notch and a good keyboard to go along with that
You're getting intel's latest 12th gen hardware, DDR5 ram, and of course you have RTX 3060 powering this thing
Its super flashy RGB infused build which appeals to a lot of gamers

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

HP ProBook 650 G8

Strengths

The laptop has a nice design with insanely small bezels, making it look premium.
The Intel Iris Xc graphics are stronger than an NVIDIA GTX 1030 for an integrated GPU, which is insane!
The keyboard is backlit and super nice, with a bright backlight that's really cool.
The touchpad is smooth and feels like velvet, even compared to Mac touchpads.
The laptop has a long soundbar for surround sound audio, which would be great.
The battery life is good and healthy, making it suitable for all-day use.
The laptop's aesthetics are preferred over any 2020 Elitebook by a mile.

Weaknesses

The laptop only has four cores and eight threads, compared to the Ryzen 4700U system which has eight cores and sixteen threads.
The placement of the power button near the keyboard could be problematic for users who want to press delete and hit the power button at the same time.
The screen is just a regular 1080p display that runs at 60 Hz, with no touch functionality (at least not in this model).
The lighting in the recording environment was unstable due to being near sunrise.
The laptop's quality might suffer due to being recorded in an imperfect environment.
There is no USB-C power cord provided, and the user had to remove their SIM card for the video.
The battery life, while good, wasn't specifically mentioned as exceptional.
Read Full Reviews

Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17

The ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17 is an impressive gaming laptop that boasts Intel's latest 12th gen hardware, DDR5 RAM, and an RTX 3060 graphics card. With its super flashy RGB-infused build and sturdy construction, it's a beast of a machine designed to deliver exceptional performance. The SCAR 17 promises seamless gaming experiences, fast rendering times, and impressive heat dissipation. But does it live up to the hype? In this review, we'll delve into the details to find out.

HP ProBook 650 G8

I recently had the opportunity to experience the HP ProBook 650 G8, touted as one of the nicest HP laptops ever made. With its 11th gen Intel Core i7 processor clocking at 3 GHz, 32 GB of RAM, and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, this laptop is a powerhouse. I was impressed by its sleek design, with incredibly small bezels and a vibrant 1080p display. Let's dive into my review to see if it lives up to the hype.

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