2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) vs. ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017): Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) and ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) Pros
Reasons that 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) is better than ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017).
The 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) weighed 3.02 pounds, 38% lighter than the 4.85 pounds ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017).
Weight | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
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Pound | 3.02 lbs. | 4.85 lbs. |
Kilogram | 1.37 kg | 2.20 kg |
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) Pros
Reasons that ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) is better than 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
2017 vs. 2016
Intel Core i7-7700HQ inside ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) has a 82% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i7-6567U inside 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) supports a larger memory capacity than the 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3). It supports up to 24GB versus 16GB of system memory on the 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) supports a faster memory speed than the 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3). It supports up to 2400MHz versus 2133MHz of system memory on the 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GDDR5 with Max-Q vs. integrated
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 | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
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M.2 | Onboard | Yes x2 |
ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) has a 15.6-inch screen size 17% larger than the 13.3-inch 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
Prices
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Availability | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Released | 2016 | 2017 |
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Exterior | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Dimensions | 11.97” x 8.36” x 0.59” (304.1 mm x 212.4 mm x 14.9 mm) | 14.92” x 10.31” x 0.66 ~ 0.70” (379 x 262 x 16.9 ~ 17.9 mm) |
Weight | Starting at 3.02 lb (1.37 kg) | 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg) |
Colors | Space Gray Silver | - |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Full-size backlit keyboard with:
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Display | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Size | 13.3 Inches | 15.6 Inches |
Info | Retina display
| 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS-level panel, 120Hz, 100% sRGB |
Ports | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Left (2)
Right (3)
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Internal Specs | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory | 8GB configurable to 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory | Up to 24GB DDR4 2400MHz SDRAM |
Discrete Graphics | - |
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Storage | 256GB 512GB configurable to 1TB SSD | 256GB 512GB 1TB 2 x M.2 NVMe PCIE 3.0 x 4 |
Connectivity | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Wi-Fi |
| 802.11ac 2x2 WLAN |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology | Bluetooth 4.1 |
Ethernet | - | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. |
Battery | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Size | 49.2 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | - |
Battery Life |
| Up to 2 hours of battery life |
Power Supply | 61W USB‑C Power Adapter | 230W power adapter |
Software | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
OS | Shipped with macOS Sierra |
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Built-in Apps | 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 | ROG Gaming Center ROG GameFirst ROG GameVisual Sonic Studio & Sonic Radar
Aura Core XSplit Gamecaster (Free) Android App |
Camera & Audio | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
Camera | 720p FaceTime HD camera | HD Front-facing webcam. |
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Misc | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
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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 | 2016 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | ROG Zephyrus GX501 (2017) |
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