Choose Rog GL502VS if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz (vs Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz)
- GPU Model at Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (vs Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Rog GL502VS vs GS43VR 7RE
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Rog GL502VS and GS43VR 7RE within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Rog GL502VS | GS43VR 7RE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | MSI |
| Product Family | ROG | — |
| Model | Rog GL502VS | GS43VR 7RE |
| Model Number | GL502VS | — |
| Launch Year | 2016 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Black | — |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz | Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz |
| Processor Generation | 6th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel vPro: No | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | 115 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1645 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 | PCIe NVMe; SATA |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280; 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | No RAID | No |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | UHS-I | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | NVIDIA G-SYNC | — |
| Viewing Angle | 178 horizontal / 178 vertical degree | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 0.92 MP | 1080p Full HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Integrated HD webcam | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | 2x 2W speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | ASUS SonicMaster; ICEpower | Nahimic; ESS SABRE HiFi |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Illuminated keyboard | Compact keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.1 Type-C | USB 3.1 Type-C |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | Mini DisplayPort | Mini DisplayPort 1.2 |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1× M.2 2280; 2× SO-DIMM | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 61 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Life | 3.3 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | JEITA Ver. 2.0 | — |
| Power Adapter | 180 W | 180 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 390 mm | 345 mm |
| Depth | 266 mm | 245 mm |
| Thickness | 30.1 mm | 22.8 mm |
| Weight | 2.34 kg | 1.6 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum and reinforced plastic | Aluminum; Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | Reinforced plastic | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 140 degree | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | Not claimed | — |
| IP Rating | No IP rating | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Consumer UEFI; no Intel vPro | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | ASUS recovery environment | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | Not claimed | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20 to 80 non-condensing % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -10 to 60 °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Type | International limited warranty | Limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose GS43VR 7RE if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz (vs Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz)
- GPU Model at Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (vs Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between Rog GL502VS and GS43VR 7RE?
Rog GL502VS and GS43VR 7RE share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (Rog GL502VS: Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz, GS43VR 7RE: Intel Core i7 7700HQ 2.8GHz); GPU Model (Rog GL502VS: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, GS43VR 7RE: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060); Display Size (Rog GL502VS: 15.6 inch, GS43VR 7RE: 14 inch).
Rog GL502VS may suit users who need its differing values, while GS43VR 7RE benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.