ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 vs Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series Comparison

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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 vs Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series, two laptops from ASUS and Gigabyte. ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 was introduced to market in January 2022 and Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series was launched in May 2021. There is only 8 months difference between ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series before getting into our more detailed comparison.

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 Key Specs

Launched in January 2022
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 12700H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
354 x 259 x 22.6-27.2 mm (13.94 x 10.2 x 0.89-1.07 inches)
Weight: 2.4 kg (5.29 lbs)

Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series Key Specs

Launched in May 2021
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
8GB Ram
361 x 258 x 29 mm (14.21 x 10.16 x 1.14 inches)
Weight: 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 over Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~73.2% vs ~72.1%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	4.3 mm vs 7.8 mm	3.5 mm thinner bezels
Noise Level	39.9 dB vs 55 dB	Less fan noise
Refresh Rate	300 Hz vs 240 Hz	Smoother media experience
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 98.6%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Adobe RGB Profile	75.3% vs 70.8%	Wider Adobe RGB Coverage
GPU FLOPS	13.8 TFLOPS vs 13.1 TFLOPS	Charges via USB-C type cable
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs No	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR4	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	13.0 x 7.5 cm vs 11.0 x 6.3 cm

Reasons to choose Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series over ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022

Weight	2.20 kg vs 2.40 kg	0.2 kg lighter
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
Speaker Loudness	86 dB vs 80.5 dB	Generates higher sound levels
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Display Port	Yes vs No	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Common Strengths of Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022

Launch Dates	January 2022 vs May 2021	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 vs Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and the Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.4 kg (5.29 lbs)	2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)
Surface Area	917 cm2 (142.2 inches2)	931 cm2 (144.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~73.2%	~72.1%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.3 mm	~7.8 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.15 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.33 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Black

Comparison of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and the Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series External Dimensions

Weight

ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 weighs 2.4 kg (5.29 lbs), whereas the A5 AMD 5000 Series weighs 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 is 0.15 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series is 0.14 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 vs Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i7 12700H Intel Core i9 12900H	AMD Ryzen 7 5800H AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz	3.2 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz	4.4 GHz
Number of Cores	14	8
Number of Threads	20	16
L3 Cache	24 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	Radeon RX Vega 8
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	7 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1750	1461
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	12242	7439
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1800	1426
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	16309	12233

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 12700H

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile 16GB	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	900 MHz	900 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1425 MHz	1425 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	80 W	80 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX	Yes
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	10.94 TFLOPS	10.94 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	192 bit	192 bit
Memory Speed	1750 MHz 14 Gbps effective	1750 MHz 14 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	3840	3840
TMUs	120	120
ROPs	48	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 has a FLOPS value of 13.8 TFLOPS whereas the Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series ' has a FLOPS value of 13.1 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	4800 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	64 GB	64 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the A5 AMD 5000 Series's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 (2022)	Gigabyte A5 (AMD 5000 Series)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	90 Wh	48.9 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Bottom	Left
Charge Power	100 / 240 / 280 W	230 W

Moreover, the ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 boasts a larger battery capacity of 90 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the A5 AMD 5000 Series's49 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the A5 AMD 5000 Series's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 vs Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series screens have the same size of 15.6".The total usable screen area of the ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the A5 AMD 5000 Series's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series feature the same pixel density with 141 pixels per inch (PPI).

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 offers a higher refresh rate of 300 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series boast the same response time of 3.0 ms.

Brightness
Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series offer the same maximum brightness of 300 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 vs Gigabyte A5 AMD 5000 Series Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to A5 AMD 5000 Series (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series have USB-A ports. ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while A5 AMD 5000 Series has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series have USB Type-C ports. ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while A5 AMD 5000 Series has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. A5 AMD 5000 Series does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series feature an HDMI port. ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while A5 AMD 5000 Series offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
A5 AMD 5000 Series is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both ROG Strix Scar 15 G533 2022 and A5 AMD 5000 Series are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	1x v1.4
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes