Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17vsSamsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
Galaxy Book Go 5G

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G delivers impressive performance with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2 5G compute platform.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G boasts a sleek, durable, and convenient design overall.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G's crisp 14-inch 1080p display is perfectly sized for portability and seamless viewing.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G offers secure mobile connectivity, efficient performance, and up to 18 hours of battery life.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
Winner
#817
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#822
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#811
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#794
Winner
Display
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#639
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#543
Winner
Performance
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#304
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#851
Build
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#522
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#349
Winner
Features
Asus ROG STRIX SCAR 17
#868
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#824
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 17
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
up to 64GB
up to 8GB
up to 24000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i9-10980HK
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (Laptop, 150W)
Qualcomm Adreno 680
3x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
N/A

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

Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

Strengths

very portable device very thin light
secure mobile connectivity with always connected feature that seamlessly switches between Wi-Fi, 5G, and 4G LTE
up to 18 hours of battery life on a single charge
extremely efficient processor that doesn't drain the battery while always connected
multitasking capabilities are more than capable of handling multiple browser windows and video calls
dedicated Qualcomm AI engine for performance efficiency
can turn into a mobile hotspot and connect up to 8 other devices to its cellular connection

Weaknesses

no fans on the inside, which might be a concern for some users
the battery life is only up to 18 hours, which may not be enough for heavy users
the laptop gets extremely quiet, but this might also mean it's harder to notice when it's in use
the micro SD card slot can be used to expand storage, but this might be a limitation for some users
the device is made to be on the go, which means it may not be suitable for heavy desk work or gaming
no information about the specific display quality (other than 1080p)
no mention of any potential overheating issues with the processor
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.

Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G is a sleek and portable laptop that boasts exceptional connectivity features. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2 5G compute platform, this device offers seamless mobile connectivity, efficient performance, and impressive battery life up to 18 hours on a single charge. With a 14-inch display and lightweight design, it's perfect for those always on-the-go. In this review, we'll delve into the laptop's features, performance, and usability.

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