Choose ROG Zephyrus G14 if you need:
- Processor Model at AMD Ryzen 9 270 (vs Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz)
- GPU Model at RTX 5070 (vs Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060)
- Installed Memory at 32 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 1024 GB (vs 128 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ROG Zephyrus G14 vs ROG Strix GL502VM
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ROG Zephyrus G14 and ROG Strix GL502VM within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ROG Zephyrus G14 | ROG Strix GL502VM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | ASUS |
| Product Family | ROG | ROG |
| Model | ROG Zephyrus G14 | ROG Strix GL502VM |
| Model Number | GA403UP-QS005W | GL502VM |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NR0LV1-M001P0 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Eclipse Grey | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 9 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 9 270 | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | AMD Ryzen 200 Series | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 4 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Not Intel vPro eligible |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA | — |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | — |
| Platform AI Performance | 39 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | RTX 5070 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | 90 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1595 MHz | — |
| MUX Switch | Yes | — |
| Advanced Optimus | Yes | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 32 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | — |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5X | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 7500 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard | — |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | 2 |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | SD, SDHC |
| Card Reader Standard | UHS-II | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | 3K | FHD |
| Display Technology | OLED | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Color Accuracy | Pantone Validated Delta E | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-reflective | Anti-glare |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | G-SYNC, Adaptive-Sync | NVIDIA G-SYNC |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 720p |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | 1080p FHD IR camera with Windows Hello | HD webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp, AI Noise Canceling | SonicMaster |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Chiclet keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 1 | 0 zones |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | — | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11be | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Tri-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1Gbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Cellular Standard | — | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) | USB 5Gbps |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, Power Delivery, G-SYNC | USB 5Gbps |
| USB4 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 | 2 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | Mini DisplayPort |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1 x M.2 PCIe storage slot | M.2 storage and WLAN slots only |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 73 Wh | — |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 50 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 30 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 200 W | — |
| Power Connector | DC-in | DC barrel |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery 3.0 | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 100 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 311 mm | — |
| Depth | 220 mm | — |
| Thickness | 16.3 mm | 23.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 2.3 kg |
| IP Rating | — | No rated ingress protection |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | No Intel vPro platform eligibility |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | ASUS BIOS recovery utility |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Warranty | 3 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer warranty | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ROG Strix GL502VM if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz (vs AMD Ryzen 9 270)
- GPU Model at Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (vs RTX 5070)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 32 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 128 GB (vs 1024 GB)
What is the difference between ROG Zephyrus G14 and ROG Strix GL502VM?
ROG Zephyrus G14 and ROG Strix GL502VM share specifications such as Brand (ASUS), Product Family (ROG), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Gaming).
The main differences: Processor Model (ROG Zephyrus G14: AMD Ryzen 9 270, ROG Strix GL502VM: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (ROG Zephyrus G14: RTX 5070, ROG Strix GL502VM: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060); Installed Memory (ROG Zephyrus G14: 32 GB, ROG Strix GL502VM: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (ROG Zephyrus G14: 1024 GB, ROG Strix GL502VM: 128 GB).
ROG Zephyrus G14 may suit users who need its differing values, while ROG Strix GL502VM benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.