2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) vs. 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) 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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2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) Pros
Reasons that 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) is better than 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”.
The 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) weighed 3.02 pounds, 54% lighter than the 6.50 pounds 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17”.
Weight | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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Pound | 3.02 lbs. | 6.50 lbs. |
Kilogram | 1.37 kg | 2.95 kg |
2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” Pros
Reasons that 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” is better than 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
Intel Core i7-8750H inside 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” has a 114% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i7-7567U inside 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
The 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” supports a larger memory capacity than the 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3). It supports up to 32GB versus 16GB of system memory on the 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
The 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” supports a faster memory speed than the 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3). It supports up to 2666MHz versus 2133MHz of system memory on the 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 8GB GDDR5 vs. integrated
The 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” comes with a single removable M.2 SSD slot that you can replace and upgrade in the future. On top of that, it also has a single SATA slot that users can use to install a 2.5-inch SATA SSD, SSHD, or a hard disk drive to add even more storage.
Slots | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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M.2 | Onboard | Yes x1 |
The 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” has a 15.6-inch screen size 17% larger than the 13.3-inch 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3).
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Released | 2017 | 2018 |
Release Date | Announced on June 5th, 2017 | - |
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Exterior | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Dimensions | 11.97” x 8.36” x 0.59” (304.1 mm x 212.4 mm x 14.9 mm) | 16.33” x 11.02” x 0.94” (415 x 280 x 24 mm) |
Weight | Starting at 3.02 lb (1.37 kg) | 6.50 lbs (2.95 kg) |
Colors | Space Gray Silver | Midnight Black |
Keyboard and Trackpad | Full-size backlit keyboard with:
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Display | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Size | 13.3 Inches | 15.6 Inches |
Info | Retina display
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Ports | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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Internal Specs | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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Memory | 8GB configurable to 16GB of 2133MHz LPDDR3 onboard memory | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
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Discrete Graphics | - | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703VD
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Storage | 256GB 512GB configurable to 512GB, 1TB or 2TB SSD | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
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Connectivity | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/VM
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Ethernet | - | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. |
Battery | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Size | 49.2 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | - |
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Power Supply | 61W USB‑C Power Adapter | ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/GE
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Software | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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 GameFirst V GameVisual Sonic Studio & Sonic Radar III Aura Core XSplit Gamecaster (free) Android / iOS App |
Camera & Audio | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
Camera | 720p FaceTime HD camera | Front-facing webcam. |
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ROG Strix SCAR Edition GL703.VD/GE
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Misc | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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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 | 2017 MacBook Pro 13 (4TB3) | 2018 ROG Strix SCAR Edition 17” |
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