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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MateBook X and ROG Strix GL502VM within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MateBook X | ROG Strix GL502VM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Huawei | ASUS |
| Product Family | MateBook | ROG |
| Model | MateBook X | ROG Strix GL502VM |
| Model Number | WT-W09 | GL502VM |
| Part Number / SKU | Watt-W09B | — |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Premium / Ultraportable | Gaming |
| Color | Space Gray | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Not Intel vPro eligible |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1000 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR3 | DDR4 |
| Memory Upgradeable | — | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | 2 |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | — | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | — | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD, SDHC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 13 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 2160 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | 2K | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | — | Yes |
| Display Brightness | 350 nits | — |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | NVIDIA G-SYNC |
| Viewing Angle | 178 x 178 degree | — |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 88 % | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1 | 720p |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes | — |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | Power button | — |
| Camera Features | — | HD webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Dual stereo speakers | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos Sound System | SonicMaster |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | — | Chiclet keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | 0 zones |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Precision Touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 MIMO | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1Gbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Cellular Standard | — | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 0 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | — | USB 5Gbps |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB-C x 2 | USB 5Gbps |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | 2 |
| DisplayPort Output | — | 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 | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | M.2 storage and WLAN slots only |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 41.4 Wh | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Li-Ion |
| Battery Life | 10 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Manufacturer estimated battery life | — |
| Power Connector | USB-C | DC barrel |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 286 mm | — |
| Thickness | 12.5 mm | 23.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.05 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Chassis Material | Metal unibody | — |
| IP Rating | — | No rated ingress protection |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | 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 |
| Sensors | ||
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes | — |
| Accelerometer | Yes | — |
| Hall Sensor | Yes | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
MateBook X and ROG Strix GL502VM share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Launch Year (2017 year), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (MateBook X: Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz, ROG Strix GL502VM: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (MateBook X: Intel HD Graphics 620, ROG Strix GL502VM: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060); Storage Capacity (MateBook X: 256 GB, ROG Strix GL502VM: 128 GB); Display Size (MateBook X: 13 inch, ROG Strix GL502VM: 15.6 inch).
MateBook X 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.
