Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 Comparison

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Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Surface Pro 7 Plus and ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022, two laptops from Microsoft and ASUS. Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus was introduced to market in January 2021 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 was launched in May 2022. There is 16 months difference between Surface Pro 7 Plus and ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 so it would still give an advantage to younger ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus Key Specs

Launched in January 2021
12.3" TouchScreen - IPS LCD, 3:2 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
8GB Ram
292 x 201 x 8.5 mm (11.5 x 7.91 x 0.33 inches)
Weight: 0.77 kg (1.7 lbs)

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 Key Specs

Launched in May 2022
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i9 12900H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB
16GB Ram
395 x 282 x 23.4-28.3 mm (15.55 x 11.1 x 0.92-1.11 inches)
Weight: 3.1 kg (6.84 lbs)

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus was replaced by Microsoft-Surface-Pro-8. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Microsoft-Surface-Pro-8 vs Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus
Microsoft-Surface-Pro-8 vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Surface Pro 7 Plus and ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus over ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022

Weight	0.77 kg vs 3.10 kg	2.33 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~76.7% vs ~74.1%	Larger screen area ratio
Contrast Rate	1200:1 vs 1100:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	267 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2736 x 1824 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader

Reasons to choose ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 over Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus

Side Bezel Thickness	6 mm vs 16.1 mm	10.1 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	17.3 inches vs 12.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	360 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
sRGB Color Space	100% vs 96.8%	Wider sRGB Color Space Coverage
Response Time	3 ms vs 35 ms	Faster Response screen
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	19.6 TFLOPS vs 0.84 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	DDR5 vs LPDDR4X	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Generates higher sound levels
Speaker Loudness	81 dB vs 75.2 dB	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.2 vs v5	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.1	Faster USB-A
USB-A Port Type	3.2 vs 3.1	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.1	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v3.2 vs v3.1	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 and Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus

Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 and Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus

Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022.

Physical Specs
Weight	0.77 kg (1.7 lbs)	3.1 kg (6.84 lbs)
Surface Area	587 cm2 (91 inches2)	1114 cm2 (172.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~76.7%	~74.1%
Side Bezel Thickness	~16.1 mm	~6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.06 kg/inch	0.18 kg/inch
	0.132 lbs/inch	0.396 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Black

Comparison of the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 External Dimensions

Weight

Surface Pro 7 Plus weighs 0.77 kg (1.7 lbs), whereas the ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 weighs 3.1 kg (6.84 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus 0.77 kg

Avg: 12.0-12.9" 1.11 kg

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 3.10 kg

Avg: larger than 17.0" 2.74 kg

Thickness Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus 8.50 mm

Avg: 12.0-12.9" 14.24 mm

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 23.40 mm

Avg: larger than 17.0" 24.26 mm

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 Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus is 0.06 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 is 0.18 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

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i3 1115G4 Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7	Intel Core i9 12900H Intel Core i9 12950HX
Base Frequency	1.7-3.0 GHz	2.5 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.1 GHz	5 GHz
Number of Cores	2	14
Number of Threads	4	20
L3 Cache	6 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1264	1860
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	2563	12762
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1330	1925
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	3144	16742

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 Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i3 1115G4

Laptops with: Intel Core i9 12900H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile 16GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	915 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1410 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	115 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	844.8 GFLOPS	16.60 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	8 GB
Memory Type	System Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bus	System Shared	256 bit
Memory Speed	System Shared	1750 MHz 14 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	384	5888
TMUs	24	184
ROPs	12	96

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. Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus has a FLOPS value of 0.84 TFLOPS whereas the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 ' has a FLOPS value of 19.6 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	4267 MHz	4800 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR4X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

The ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Surface Pro 7 Plus'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	Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE (2022)
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.	✔ Good performance.
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	48.9 Wh	90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right	Bottom
Charge Power	65 W	280 / 330 W
Full Charging Time	1:40 hr	2:00 hr
AC Adapter Weight	255 gramm

On the other hand, the ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 features a higher battery capacity of 90 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Surface Pro 7 Plus's 49 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus 49 Wh

Avg: 12.0-12.9" 43.28 Wh

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 90 Wh

Avg: larger than 17.0" 76.88 Wh

STORAGE
The ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 offers a larger max storage capacity of 4 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the Surface Pro 7 Plus's storage capacity of 512 GB.

Storage Options	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB	1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
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.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 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. Surface Pro 7 Plus has a display size of 12.3".On the other hand, ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 has a larger17.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Surface Pro 7 Plus is 451cm² / 70inch² whereas the ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022's total usable screen area is 825cm² / 128inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Surface Pro 7 Plus features a higher pixel density with 267 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus 267 PPI

Avg: 12.0-12.9" 199 PPI

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 127 PPI

Avg: larger than 17.0" 141 PPI

Refresh Rate
The ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 offers a higher refresh rate of 360 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 boasts a faster response time of 3.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Surface Pro 7 Plus offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus 400 nits

Avg: 12.0-12.9" 370 nits

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 300 nits

Avg: larger than 17.0" 368 nits

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Surface Pro 7 Plus (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 Surface Pro 7 Plus and ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 have USB-A ports. Surface Pro 7 Plus has 1x USB 3.1 USB-A ports, while ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Surface Pro 7 Plus and ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 have USB Type-C ports. Surface Pro 7 Plus has 1x USB 3.1 USB Type-C ports, while ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 has 2x 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 17 SE 2022 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Surface Pro 7 Plus does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. Surface Pro 7 Plus does not have an HDMI port.

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
Surface Pro 7 Plus is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Surface Pro 7 Plus and ROG Strix Scar 17 SE 2022 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)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.1	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.1	2x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	No	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes