2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 vs. 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 and 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 Pros
Reasons that 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 is better than 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”.
2023 vs. 2018
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 supports a larger memory capacity than the 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”. It supports up to 64GB versus 32GB of system memory on the 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”.
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 supports a faster memory speed than the 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”. It supports up to 4800MHz versus 2666MHz of system memory on the 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”.
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 has a 17.3-inch screen size 10% larger than the 15.6-inch 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”.
2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” Pros
We couldn't find any advantages of 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” over 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17.
Prices
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Availability | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Released | 2023 | 2018 |
Release Date | Announced on January 04, 2023 (CES 2023) | - |
Applicable Models |
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Generations |
Exterior | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Dimensions | 15.55 x 11.10 x 0.92 - 1.11” (395 x 282 x 23.4 - 28.3 mm) | 16.33” x 11.02” x 0.94” (415 x 280 x 24 mm) |
Weight | 6.61 lbs (3.00 kg) | 6.50 lbs (2.95 kg) |
Colors | Black | Midnight Black |
Keyboard and Trackpad |
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Chasis Information | Device Lighting
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Display | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Size | 17.3 Inches | 15.6 Inches |
Info |
| ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL703.VD/VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GS
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Ports | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Left (3)
Back (5)
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ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL703VD
ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL703VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GS
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Internal Specs | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Processor |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory | 16GB 32GB 64GB Dual-Channel 4800MHz DDR5 SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.GE/GM/GS
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Discrete Graphics |
| ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703VD
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VM/GM/
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GS
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Storage | 512GB 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4x4.2 x M.2 SSD slots, supports RAID-0. | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.GE/GM/GS
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Connectivity | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6E with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.GE/GM/GS
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.GE/GM/GS
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Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. |
Battery | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Size | 90 Wh (4-cell lithium-ion) | - |
Battery Life | 8.5 hours of video playback | - |
Power Supply |
| ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703VM/GM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703GS
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Software | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
OS | Windows 11 Pro |
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Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate | ROG Gaming Center GameFirst V GameVisual Sonic Studio & Sonic Radar III Aura Core XSplit Gamecaster (free) Android / iOS App |
Camera & Audio | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Camera | 720p HD Webcam Top mounted | Front-facing webcam. |
Audio |
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ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703VM/GM
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Misc | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Security |
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In the box |
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Key Features | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
At Glance |
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