KurieTim 15.6" 32GB | 1TB Gray 2024
ASUS ROG Strix 16" G635LX-XS97 Off Black 2025
What Buyers Say
KurieTim 15.6" 32GB | 1TB Gray 2024
Most buyers are very satisfied with this laptop, praising its lightweight design, fast performance, and large high-resolution screen. It works well for everyday tasks and older games, and several parents bought it as a starter gaming laptop for their children. However, one reviewer was disappointed that it cannot handle modern games, and another noted initial issues with Windows 11 and a bare-bones BIOS.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Fast performance
- Large high-resolution screen
- Good for everyday tasks and older games
- Good storage and startup time
Cons
- Cannot handle modern games
- Initial Windows 11 issues
- Very basic BIOS
ASUS ROG Strix 16" G635LX-XS97 Off Black 2025
The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional gaming performance, vibrant display, and solid build quality. Users highlight its ability to handle demanding games and multitasking with ease, though one developer reports crashes with DX12. Overall, it is seen as a top-tier investment for gamers and power users.
Pros
- Exceptional gaming performance
- Vibrant and deep display
- Solid build quality
- Stable and quiet operation
- Fast and responsive
Cons
- DX12 crashes for game developers
- High price point
- Runs warm during intense gaming
Scores
Specifications
| KurieTim 15.6" 32GB | 1TB | ASUS ROG Strix 16" G635LX-XS97 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 7 5825U | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.0 GHz | 2.7 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | AMD Radeon Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 32 GB★ | 24 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 240 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 1200 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | 2.5Gb Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.60 kg★ | 2.85 kg |
| Battery | — | 90 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
KurieTim 15.6" 32GB | 1TB Gray 2024
- Strong port selection (78th percentile)
- Strong ram (73rd percentile)
- Strong storage (67th percentile)
- Below average reliability (4th percentile)4th %ile
ASUS ROG Strix 16" G635LX-XS97 Off Black 2025
- Strong port selection (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong screen (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Pricing
KurieTim 15.6" 32GB | 1TB Gray 2024 offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 79 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 30 specs.
