ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” vs. MacBook Pro 15” (2017): Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively analyzed the technical specifications for the ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” and MacBook Pro 15” (2017) models. Our report includes intricate details such as the CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” Pros
Reasons that ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” is better than MacBook Pro 15” (2017).
Intel Core i7-8750H inside ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” has a 31% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i7-7920HQ inside MacBook Pro 15” (2017).
ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” supports a larger memory capacity than the MacBook Pro 15” (2017). It supports up to 32GB versus 16GB of system memory on the MacBook Pro 15” (2017).
ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” supports a faster memory speed than the MacBook Pro 15” (2017). It supports up to 2666MHz versus 2133MHz of system memory on the MacBook Pro 15” (2017).
MacBook Pro 15” (2017) Pros
Reasons that MacBook Pro 15” (2017) is better than ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15”.
MacBook Pro 15” (2017) weighed 4.02 pounds, 28% lighter than the 5.51 pounds ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15”.
Weight | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
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Pound | 5.51 lbs. | 4.02 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.50 kg | 1.82 kg |
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
Released | 2017 | 2017 |
Release Date | - | Announced on June 5th, 2018 |
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Exterior | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
Dimensions | 15.11” x 10.31” x 0.90” (384 x 262 x 23 mm) | 13.75” x 9.48” x 0.61” (349.3 mm x 240.7 mm x 155 mm) |
Weight | 5.51 lbs (2.5 kg) | Starting at 4.02 pounds (1.83 kg) |
Colors | Midnight Black | Space Gray Silver |
Keyboard and Trackpad |
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Display | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
Size | 15.6 Inches | 15.4 Inches |
Info | ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL503.VD/VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL503VS
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503GE
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Ports | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL503VD
ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL503VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition SL503VS
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503GE
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Internal Specs | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503.VD/VM/VS
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503GE
| 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory |
Discrete Graphics | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VD
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VS
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Storage | 1TB SSHD 1TB 7200 rpm HDD 2TB 5400 rpm HDD | 256GB 512GB configurable to 1TB or 2TB SSD |
Connectivity | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
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Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology |
Ethernet | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. | - |
Battery | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
Size | - | 76 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
Battery Life | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503.VD/GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VS
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Power Supply | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503.VD/GE
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VM
ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL503VS
| 87W USB‑C Power Adapter |
Software | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
OS |
| Shipped with macOS Sierra |
Built-in Apps | ROG Gaming Center GameFirst V GameVisual Sonic Studio & Sonic Radar III Aura Core XSplit Gamecaster (free) Android / iOS App | Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview Music Podcasts TV Books App Store Time Machine Find My QuickTime Player |
Camera & Audio | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
Camera | Front-facing webcam. | 720p FaceTime HD camera |
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Misc | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
Sensors | - |
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Security | - |
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In the box | - |
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Warranty | - | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one‑year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. |
More | - | Video SupportSimultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at millions of colors and:
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Key Features | ROG Strix SCAR Edition 15” | MacBook Pro 15” (2017) |
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