ASUS ROG Strix G15 (2020)
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Product family | ROG Strix |
| Release date | January 2020 |
| Introductory price | USD 1000 to 2000 |
| Discontinued | No |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home (Can be configured with Windows 10 Pro) |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-10750H Intel Core i7-10870H |
| Memory | 8 or 16 GB DDR4-3200 MHz SODIMM (supports up to 32 GB) |
| Memory slots | 2 user accessible |
| Storage | 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Storage slots | 3 user accessible |
| Display | Screen size: 15.6 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Matte (anti-glare) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 PPI: 141 Aspect ratio: 16:9 Refresh rate: 144 or 240 Hz Brightness: 300 Nits Contrast ratio: 971:1 sRGB: 98.3 % Adobe RGB: 63.3 % VRR: G-Sync |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti 4 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8 GB GDDR6 |
| Sound | 2 x 4.2 W stereo w/ Smart Amp Technology |
| Touchpad | Standard, 4.1 inches (10 cm) x 2.4 inches (6.1 cm) |
| Connectivity | Intel AX201 WiFi 6 Bluetooth 5.1 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, DP 1.4, G-Sync) 1 x HDMI 2.0b 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack |
| Dimensions | W: 14.17 inches (36.0 cm) D: 10.83 inches (27.5 cm) H: 0.83 inches (2.1 cm) to 1.02 inches (2.6 cm) |
| Mass | 5.07 pounds (2.30 kg) |
| Power brick | 230W AC adapter |
| Battery | 3 cell Li-Polymer 48 Wh or 4 cell Li-Polymer 66 Wh |
| Keyboard | 4 zone RGB backlit, black (US) Standard full size layout |
| Chassis | Color: Black Materials: Plastic Cooling: 2 x 60 mm fans |
| Number pad | No |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Facial recognition | No |
| Website | ASUS |
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The ASUS ROG Strix G15 (2020) is a mid-range gaming laptop equipped with Intel 10th gen H-series mobile processors and Nvidia GeForce GTX and RTX series mobile GPUs. Available configurations vary by store and location.[1] The Strix G15 is positioned as a gaming laptop with a focus on performance and expandability.[2]
Primary Hardware
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Processor
The ROG Strix G15 (2020) can come with the following processors[1]:
- Intel Core i7-10750H with 6 cores and 12 threads, 12 MB cache, and a max frequency of 5.0 GHz.
- Intel Core i7-10870H with 8 cores and 16 threads, 16 MB cache, and a max frequency of 5.0 GHz.
ASUS supplies the processors with sufficient power and cooling for CPU-intensive tasks resulting in above-average performance compared to other laptops with the same processors. In CPU-only tasks, the i7-10750H performs about 5 to 10 percent faster than the average laptop equipped with the same CPU.[3] Performance sustainability is excellent, with the laptop maintaining high performance even during extended tasks.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Cinebench R20:
- i7-10750H: ~3325 pts (multi-core), ~480 pts (single-core)[3]
- Cinebench R15:
- i7-10750H: ~1346 pts (multi-core), ~206 pts (single-core)[3]
- Geekbench 5.5:
- i7-10750H: ~6650 pts (multi-core), ~1329 pts (single-core)[3]
- Blender v2.79 BMW27 CPU: ~389 seconds[3]
- 7-Zip 18.03: ~5277 MIPS[3]
Graphics
In addition to the integrated Intel UHD Graphics, the ROG Strix G15 (2020) ships with the following discrete GPUs[1]:
- Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti GPU with 4 GB GDDR6 memory.
- Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile, for example, is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, a core clock of 1260 MHz, and a memory clock of 1375 MHz. Graphics performance is within a few percentage points of the average in the database. A full-fledged RTX 2070 is about 10 to 20 percent faster according to 3DMark benchmarks.[3] Choosing the G512LW over the GTX 1650 Ti-powered G512LI will net users approximately two times more graphics horsepower.[3]
Benchmarks:
- 3DMark Time Spy (Turbo mode):
- RTX 2070: ~7826 pts[3]
- 3DMark Fire Strike:
- RTX 2070: ~21004 pts[3]
- 3DMark Fire Strike Ultra:
- RTX 2070: ~19914 pts[3]
- 3DMark 11 Performance:
- RTX 2070: ~20976 pts[3]
- 3DMark Cloud Gate Standard Score:
- RTX 2070: ~39474 pts[3]
Memory
The ROG Strix G15 supports a maximum of 32 GB DDR4-3200 MHz memory. Pre-configured SKUs come with either 8 GB or 16 GB DDR4-3200 MHz memory in a dual-channel configuration.[1]
The memory configuration is dual-channel with timings of 21-21-21-47. Performance evaluation is strong, with dual-channel configuration enhancing overall system responsiveness.[3]
Benchmarks:
- AIDA64 Memory Copy: ~49000 MB/s[3]
Storage
The ROG Strix G15 can ship with 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 SSD depending on the seller. The OEM SSD only uses 1 slot in all configurations leaving the other slots open for upgrades.
Reviews of the G512LW note that it came with the Toshiba XG5-P KXG50PNV2T04 2 TB SSD. Though sequential read rates are fast, write rates are slow for a PCIe SSD at only about 790 MB/s according to AS SSD.[3]
Benchmarks:
- AS SSD:
- Sequential Read: ~1933 MB/s
- Sequential Write: ~787 MB/s[3]
- CrystalDiskMark 5.2 / 6:
- Read Seq: ~1999 MB/s
- Write Seq: ~1020 MB/s[3]
Co-processors
The ROG Strix G15 does not have a dedicated NPU to accelerate AI applications.[1]
Input Devices
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Keyboard
The ROG Strix G15 comes with a standard keyboard layout with a chiclet design and customizable RGB backlighting through the Armoury Crate software. The keyboard offers good tactile feedback and a comfortable layout.[3]
Touchpad
The ROG Strix G15 comes with a standard touchpad that measures 4.1 inches (10 cm) x 2.4 inches (6.1 cm). The touchpad includes dedicated mouse buttons and supports multi-touch gestures.[3]
Webcam
The ROG Strix G15 does not come with an integrated webcam.[1]
Microphone
The ROG Strix G15 comes with a built-in array microphone. Performance evaluation is adequate for video calls and basic recording tasks, providing clear audio capture.[3]
Output Devices
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Display
ASUS ships the ROG Strix G15 with the following display options[1]:
- 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 Anti-glare display, 144 Hz, 67% sRGB, 50% Adobe RGB.
- 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 Anti-glare display, 240 Hz, 98.3% sRGB, 63.3% Adobe RGB.
The 240 Hz Sharp panel on the G512LW is superior to the 144 Hz Panda panel on the cheaper G512LI in every way. Most importantly, contrast, color space, and black-white response times are significantly better for a visual experience that reflects the four-digit price tag.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Maximum Brightness: ~300.9 cd/m²
- Average Brightness: ~289.3 cd/m²
- Contrast: ~971:1
- Color Accuracy (ΔE): ~3.54
- Color Space Coverage: ~98.3% sRGB, ~63.3% AdobeRGB[3]
Audio
The ROG Strix G15 comes with two 4.2 W stereo speakers near the front corners. The speakers have a low maximum volume around 83.8 dB for a 15.6-inch laptop. They produce balanced mids and highs but lack any noticeable bass.[3]
Benchmarks:
- SPL: ~83.8 dB
- Frequency Response: Lacks deep bass but has balanced mids and highs.[3]
Connectivity
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WiFi
ASUS equips the ROG Strix G15 with an Intel AX201 WiFi 6 WLAN module.[1]
The ROG Strix G15 performs well with the Intel AX201 module, reaching decent transfer speeds for regular use.[3]
Benchmarks:
- iperf3 transmit AX12: ~790 Mb/s
- iperf3 receive AX12: ~1394 Mb/s[3]
Bluetooth
The ROG Strix G15 comes with a Bluetooth 5.1 module.[1]
SD Card Reader
ASUS does not include an SD card reader with the ROG Strix G15.[1]
USB
ASUS equips the ROG Strix G15 with the following USB ports[1]:
- 3 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps)
- 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, 10 Gbps) with DisplayPort 1.4 and G-Sync
- 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Display Outputs
The ROG Strix G15 comes with 2 display outputs:[1]
- 1 x USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4
- 1 x HDMI 2.0b
Case
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The ROG Strix G15 (2020) is available in a black color scheme with a gamer aesthetic featuring RGB lighting accents. The chassis is made of plastic and has a robust build quality but is large and may be cumbersome for portability.[3] The laptop measures 14.17 inches (36.0 cm) x 10.83 inches (27.5 cm) x 0.83 inches (2.1 cm) to 1.02 inches (2.6 cm) and weighs 5.07 pounds (2.30 kg).[1]
Maintenance
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The bottom panel is held on by screws and is easily removable, allowing for upgrades to RAM and storage. The laptop has 3 M.2 2280 slots and 2 SODIMM slots.[3]
Cooling System
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The ROG Strix G15 is equipped with an enhanced cooling solution with liquid metal for the CPU. The system effectively dissipates heat, maintaining performance under load, but fan noise can be loud under heavy gaming conditions.[3]
Heat
Surface temperatures vary depending on the configuration.
The G512LW with the RTX 2070 gets quite warm while idling, up to 36.1 °C on the upper side. Under heavy load, there is a hot spot of 53.4 °C on the upper side.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Maximum upper side: ~53.4 °C
- Average upper side under maximal load: ~36.1 °C[3]
Noise
There is no electronic noise or coil whine. The laptop is effectively silent during undemanding loads like light browsing or video playback, hovering below 30 dB(A). During intensive tasks, the fans quickly ramp up, emitting noise above 50 dB(A) and louder than most other gaming laptops.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Load Average: ~38.9 dB(A)
- Load Maximum: ~57.4 dB(A)
- Idle Average: ~29.7 dB(A)[3]
Energy Management
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Power Consumption
The ROG Strix G15 ships with a 230 W AC adapter.[1]
ASUS remains very liberal with the power supplied to the CPU during combined CPU and GPU loads. The G512LW with the RTX 2070 consumes around 187 W during load with temporary spikes to around 239 W.[3]
Battery Life
All ROG Strix G15 SKUs come with either a 48 Wh or 66 Wh Li-Polymer battery. The battery life during light tasks is average for this class of laptop.[3]
Benchmarks:
- WiFi Websurfing: ~6h 25min
- Recharge time from empty to full capacity: less than 1.5 hours[3]
Biometrics
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The ROG Strix G15 doesnot support Windows Hello face recognition and does not have a fingerprint reader.
Software
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All SKUs ship with Windows 10 Home, but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 10 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from ASUS. The device comes with a free Windows 11 upgrade or may be preloaded with Windows 11.
Preinstalled Software
ASUS Armoury Crate
The ASUS Armoury Crate program acts as the primary control center in the ROG Strix G15. In addition to performance profiles, the program also handles keyboard lighting, system monitoring, and performance tuning.[3]
There are multiple preset performance profiles, including Turbo mode, which is necessary to get the most performance out of the G512LW, but it results in maximum fan noise.[3]
Other Preinstalled Software
The ROG Strix G15 also comes with other software like a 1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers and Xbox Game Pass for PC for 1 month.[1]
Linux Support
Linux support is not specified by ASUS.
Accessories & Warranty
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The ROG Strix G15 comes with a 230 W AC adapter and paperwork.[1]
There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[1]
Reviews Summary
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Overall Sentiment
The ROG Strix G15 is considered a strong contender in the mid-range gaming laptop market, offering high CPU and GPU performance relative to competitors. It is suitable for gamers looking for a high-performance laptop with good expandability options. The laptop also comes with a decent screen for gaming and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the loud fan noise, large size, and weight, which make it less suitable for portable use.[3]
Problems Summary[3]
- No integrated webcam.
- No SD card reader.
- Loud fan noise under heavy load.
- Large size and weight.
- Slow write speeds on the OEM SSD.
- High surface temperatures under load.
- No biometrics for Windows Hello.
Links
i7-10750H, RTX 2070, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: NoteBookCheck
Community Reception
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References
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