ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) vs. MacBook Pro 15” (2016): Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) and MacBook Pro 15” (2016) models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) Pros
Reasons that ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) is better than MacBook Pro 15” (2016).
Newer manufacturing
2017 vs. 2016
Supports larger memory
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) supports a larger memory capacity than the MacBook Pro 15” (2016). It supports up to 24GB versus 16GB of system memory on the MacBook Pro 15” (2016).
Max system memory size
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017)
24 GB
MacBook Pro 15” (2016)
16 GB
Supports faster memory
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) supports a faster memory speed than the MacBook Pro 15” (2016). It supports up to 2400MHz versus 2133MHz of system memory on the MacBook Pro 15” (2016).
Memory type and speed
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) - DDR4
2,400 MHz
MacBook Pro 15” (2016) - LPDDR3
2,133 MHz
Upgradable storage
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) comes with two M.2 slots that you can easily upgrade and install an additional SSD to expand the storage on the device.
| Slots | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
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| M.2 | Yes x2 | Onboard |
MacBook Pro 15” (2016) Pros
Reasons that MacBook Pro 15” (2016) is better than ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017).
About 18% lighter
MacBook Pro 15” (2016) weighed 4.02 pounds, 18% lighter than the 4.85 pounds ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017).
| Weight | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
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| Pound | 4.85 lbs. | 4.02 lbs. |
| Kilogram | 2.20 kg | 1.82 kg |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) and MacBook Pro 15” (2016).
Similar CPU performance
Both laptops has a similar multi-core CPU performance score.
Geekbench 5 multi-core score
MacBook Pro 15” (2016) - Intel Core i7-6920HQ
3,321
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) - Intel Core i7-7700HQ
3,208
MacBook Pro 15” (2016) - Intel Core i7-6820HQ
3,142
MacBook Pro 15” (2016) - Intel Core i7-6700HQ
3,073
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) - Intel Core i5-7300HQ
2,685
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Released | 2017 | 2016 |
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| Pricing | - |
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Exterior | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Dimensions | 14.92” x 10.31” x 0.66 ~ 0.70” (379 x 262 x 16.9 ~ 17.9 mm) | 13.75” x 9.48” x 0.61” (349.3 mm x 240.7 mm x 155 mm) |
| Weight | 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg) | Starting at 4.02 pounds (1.83 kg) |
| Colors | - | Space Gray Silver |
| Keyboard and Trackpad |
| Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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Display | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Size | 15.6 Inches | 15.4 Inches |
| Info | 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS-level panel, 120Hz, 100% sRGB | Retina display
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Ports | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Left (2)
Right (3)
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Internal Specs | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
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| Memory | Up to 24GB DDR4 2400MHz SDRAM | 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory |
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| Storage | 256GB 512GB 1TB 2 x M.2 NVMe PCIE 3.0 x 4 | 256GB 512GB configurable to 1TB or 2TB SSD |
Connectivity | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac 2x2 WLAN |
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| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology |
| Ethernet | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. | - |
Battery | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Size | - | 76 Wh lithium‑polymer battery |
| Battery Life | Up to 2 hours of battery life |
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| Power Supply | 230W power adapter | 87W USB‑C Power Adapter |
Software | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| OS |
| Shipped with macOS Sierra |
| Built-in Apps | ROG Gaming Center ROG GameFirst ROG GameVisual Sonic Studio & Sonic Radar
Aura Core XSplit Gamecaster (Free) Android 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 Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Camera | HD Front-facing webcam. | 720p FaceTime HD camera |
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Misc | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| Sensors | - |
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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 Zephyrus GX501 (2017) | MacBook Pro 15” (2016) |
| At Glance |
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