ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080 Comparison

ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX $3,999	GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080 $3,999	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Overview
Brand
ASUS	GIGABYTE
Model
ROG Strix SCAR 16 (2025) G635LX-XS97	AORUS Master 16 BYH-C5USE64SH
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
RTX 5090 Laptops \| RTX 5080 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	32GB DDR5-5600MHz
32GB Laptops
Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
2TB Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch ROG Nebula HDR Mini LED, 2.5K (2560 x 1600), 240Hz	16-inch OLED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Home
Weight
2.85 kg or 6.28 lbs	2.5 kg or 5.52 lbs
Color
Black	Dark Tide
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Cores
24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient)	24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient)
Threads
32 Threads	32 Threads
Base Clock
2.7 GHz	2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.4 GHz	5.4 GHz
Cache
36MB	36MB
TDP
Up to 80W	55W
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	16 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (2.5K)	2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Panel Type
Mini LED	OLED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 1200 nits (DisplayHDR 1000 certified)	Up to 500 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, Dolby Vision HDR, G-Sync, Pantone Validated	Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, NVIDIA G-Sync, TÜV Rheinland Certified
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
VRAM
24GB GDDR7	16GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
Yes	Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 4	Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 4
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, MUX Switch
TGP
	Up to 175W
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 64GB
Slots
2x SO-DIMM	2x SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
1x additional M.2 slot available	1x M.2 PCIe Gen5 slot, 1x M.2 PCIe Gen4 slot
RAID Support
No	No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
No	No
RGB Customization
Per-Key RGB via Aura Sync	Per-Key RGB via GIGABYTE Control Center
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	AI-powered performance tuning via GiMATE
Performance
Cooling Technology
Tri-Fan Technology with end-to-end vapor chamber and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal	WINDFORCE Infinity EX with Dual Fans
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Armoury Crate	Yes, via GIGABYTE Control Center
Performance Modes
Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual	Silent, Balanced, Turbo, AI
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified
Battery
Capacity
90Wh	99Wh
Backup Time
Varies with usage	Varies with usage
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Power Delivery 3.0 via USB-C
Power Adapter
380W AC Adapter	330W
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Bluetooth
5.4	5.4
Ports
2 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB-C with DisplayPort, Power Delivery, G-Sync), 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port (2.5G), 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack	1 x Thunderbolt 5 (USB4/DisplayPort 2.1/PD 3.0), 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (USB4/DisplayPort 1.4/PD 3.0), 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port, 1 x MicroSD Card Reader, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet Keyboard	Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet
Key Travel
Not specified	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support	Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support
Audio
Speakers
4-Speaker System with Smart Amplifier Technology	4 x 2W Speakers
Audio Enhancements
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Certification, AI Noise-Canceling Technology	Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp, Built-in Microphone
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD IR Camera	1080p FHD
Privacy Shutter
Not specified	No
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic	Aluminum and Plastic
Color Options
Black	Dark Tide
RGB Lighting
Yes, Aura Sync Light Bar and AniMe Vision	Yes, Per-Key RGB and Light Bar
Dimensions
35.4 x 26.8 x 2.28 ~ 3.08 cm	14.06 x 10 x 1.18 inches
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with Tri-Fan Technology and Vapor Chamber	Yes, with WINDFORCE Infinity EX
Software
Pre-installed Armoury Crate for system control and customization	Pre-installed GIGABYTE Control Center and GiMATE
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 380W	Yes, 330W
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes	Yes
Additional Accessories
Not specified	Not specified
Launch Date
Release Date
2025.0	2025.0
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX or GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080?

Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:

Advantages of ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX:

Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080)

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