Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517vsAORUS 15X

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Asus
ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517
TUF Dash F15 FX517

Quick Stats

The ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517 boasts impressive performance, suitable for gaming and productivity work seamlessly together.
The ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517 boasts a compact yet robust build meeting military-grade standards surprisingly effectively.
The ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517 offers three impressive display options with varying refresh rates and color gamuts available.
The ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517 boasts impressive features including powerful CPU, GPU, and a cooling system upgrade.
AORUS
AORUS 15X
15X

Quick Stats

The AORUS 15X delivers top-tier performance with seamless handling of intensive gaming sessions and demanding creative tasks effortlessly always.
The AORUS 15X boasts a rugged build quality, exuding robustness and suggesting a durable laptop overall.
The AORUS 15X boasts an impressive 15.6" WQHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate, ideal for gaming.
The AORUS 15X boasts impressive specs with Intel Core i9-13980HX, Nvidia RTX 4070, and 48GB DDR5 RAM prominently featured.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517
#242
AORUS 15X
Winner
#237
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517
#28
Winner
AORUS 15X
#264
Display
Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517
#487
AORUS 15X
#477
Winner
Performance
Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517
#120
AORUS 15X
#14
Winner
Build
Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517
#484
AORUS 15X
#441
Winner
Features
Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517
#265
AORUS 15X
#219
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517
AORUS AORUS 15X
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i9-13980HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Laptop, 105W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 140W)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 + 1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517

Strengths

The new Asus TUF Dash F-15 fx517 is indeed pretty thin and light, especially given its hidden gaming nature.
It meets the military-grade a10h standards despite the smaller chassis.
The keyboard has a 1.5 millimeter travel distance and a numpad section, with wasd keys that are transparent.
The touchpad offers excellent gliding and tracking while also having a much larger surface area compared to last year's model.
There are three panels to choose from, including a 144Hz refresh rate IPS panel and a 165Hz QHD resolution panel that covers 100% of the ultra-wide DCI-P3 gamut.
The battery life is very good, allowing it to reach almost 9 hours of web browsing or a bit less than 7 hours of video playback.

Weaknesses

It reached almost 60 degrees Celsius on the outside when put under heavy load in its predecessor model, and we weren't happy about that.
The base display option may not be the best for color-sensitive work, but it goes easy on the battery life.
If you need maximum performance, you'll have to make the notebook use the discrete GPU, which can boost the frame rate by up to 30%.
The top configuration has an RTX 3070 with 105 watt TGP, which is more than 30% higher than the fx516's best GPU.
The cooling system can still get quite hot under heavy load, although it's improved from its predecessor model.
We'd like to see even more potential unleashed from the CPU via software update.

AORUS 15X

Strengths

The gigabyte AIS 15x is equipped with an Intel Core i9-13980HX processor, one of the most powerful CPUs available for laptops in 2024, which handles everything from intensive gaming sessions to demanding creative tasks seamlessly.
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU features 8GB of GDDR6 memory and allows for high settings with consistent performance, making every gaming set incredibly immersive.
The laptop has a whopping 48GB of DDR5 RAM, making multitasking effortless and allowing you to run multiple applications, stream your games, and have several browser tabs open without experiencing any slowdowns.
The design of the AIS 15x is sleek and modern with a rugged build quality that feels robust, and the customizable RGB keyboard enhances the overall gaming experience.

Weaknesses

Gaming laptops are known for shorter battery life, and while the gigabyte AIS 15x does a commendable job in this area, you can expect the battery to drain more quickly during heavy gaming sessions.
The high-performance laptop may be expensive, although the text doesn't mention it explicitly, but considering its features, it might be out of budget for some users.
While the AIS 15x has a great display with a 165Hz refresh rate and a high resolution, it's not mentioned if it has any issues like screen burn-in or low brightness levels in certain environments.
There is no mention of any potential overheating issues with the laptop, although it's possible that it might have some due to its powerful hardware.
Read Full Reviews

Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517

The ASUS TUF Dash F15 FX517 is a slim and lightweight notebook that claims to excel in both gaming and productivity. Boasting an upgraded cooling system, a powerful CPU and GPU, and improved display options, this model promises to be a significant upgrade over its predecessor. Our review will put it through its paces to determine whether it lives up to its promise of delivering great performance without the heat and bulk typically associated with gaming notebooks.

AORUS 15X

The Gigabyte AORUS 15X is a powerhouse laptop designed for gamers and creators alike. Boasting an Intel Core i9-13980HX processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU, this device delivers seamless performance in demanding tasks. With 48GB of DDR5 RAM and a 4TB SSD, multitasking and storage are no issue. A stunning WQHD display with a 165Hz refresh rate completes the package, promising breathtaking visuals and immersive gaming experiences.

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