2021 ROG Strix G17 vs. Xbox Series X: Full specs comparison
We thoroughly analyzed technical specifications for 2021 ROG Strix G17 and Xbox Series X models, including CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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2021 ROG Strix G17 Pros
Reasons that 2021 ROG Strix G17 is better than Xbox Series X.
Supports larger memory
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 supports a larger memory capacity than the Xbox Series X. It supports up to 32GB versus 16GB of system memory on the Xbox Series X.
Max system memory size
2021 ROG Strix G17
32 GB
Xbox Series X
16 GB
Upgradable memory
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 comes with two SODIMM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed. On the flip side, you can't upgrade RAM on the Xbox Series X since it has onboard memory.
| Memory | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|---|
| Slots | x2 | Onboard |
| Type | DDR4 | GDDR6 |
Supports discrete graphics
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6 115W TGP vs. integrated
About 47% lighter
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 weighed 5.29 pounds, 47% lighter than the 9.8 pounds Xbox Series X.
| Weight | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|---|
| Pound | 5.29 lbs. | 9.8 lbs. |
| Kilogram | 2.40 kg | 4.45 kg |
More versatile connectivity
The 2021 ROG Strix G17 has better versatile I/O connectivity than the Xbox Series X. It has six versus four commonly used ports and slots on the Xbox Series X.
| Ports | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | Yes | Yes |
| power port | Yes | Yes |
| RJ-45 | Yes | Yes |
| USB-A | Yes | Yes |
| headphone jack | Yes | No |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
Xbox Series X Pros
We couldn't find any advantages of Xbox Series X over 2021 ROG Strix G17.
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Release Date | Announced on January 13, 2021 (CES 2021) |
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| Pricing | - | $499 |
| Applicable Models |
| - |
| Generations |
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Exterior | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Dimensions | 15.55 x 11.10 x 0.84 - 0.97” (395 x 282 x 21.4 - 24.6 mm) | 11.85” x 5.94” x 5.94” (30.1cm x 15.1cm x 15.1cm) |
| Weight | 5.29 lbs (2.40 kg) | 9.8 lbs. (4.44 kg) |
| Colors | Original Black Eclipse Gray | Black |
| Keyboard and Trackpad |
| - |
Display | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Size | 17.3 Inches | - |
| Info |
| - |
Ports | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
 Left (3)
Back (5)
| Back (7)
Front (1)
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Internal Specs | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Processor |
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| Integrated Graphics |
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| Memory | 16GB 32GB Dual-Channel DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots | 16GB of GDDR6 Memory (320-bit wide bus)
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| Discrete Graphics |
| - |
| Storage | 512GB 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0.2 x M.2 SSD slots. | 1TB PCIe Gen 4 Custom NVME SSD
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Connectivity | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna | Wi-Fi 5 802.11ac dual band |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | - |
| Ethernet | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. |
| More | - | Dedicated dual band Xbox Wireless radio |
Battery | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Size | 56Wh 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. | - |
| Battery Life | Up to 12 hours of video playback. | - |
| Power Supply |
| - |
Software | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| OS |
| Xbox OS |
| Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate GameVisual Aura Creator Scenario Profiles | - |
Camera & Audio | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| Camera | No Built-in camera. | - |
| Audio |
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Misc | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
| In the box | - |
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| More | - | Video Capabilities
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Key Features | 2021 ROG Strix G17 | Xbox Series X |
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