ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 (2023) G733PYV-LL045W, Off Black, Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, GeForce RTX 4090, UK

Mehr Leistung in 1080p & QHD. Im Desktop-Bereich gibt es die AMD-Prozessoren mit 3D-Cache schon seit einiger Zeit, nun folgt mit dem Ryzen 9 7945HX3D auch der erste Mobilprozessor mit 3D V-Cache. Laut AMD ist es der schnellste Gaming-Prozessor, was wir natürlich untersucht haben.

Die effizienten Ryzen-Prozessoren mit 3D V-Cache sind wie gemacht für Laptops. Denn dort profitiert man umso mehr von einer (Spiele-)Leistungssteigerung, die nicht durch schier mehr Watt erreicht wird. Denn bei den kompakten Geräten wird das erkauft durch ein hohes Gewicht und laute Lüfter. Das neue ROG Strix Scar 17 mit dem AMD Ryzen 9 7945X3D ist jetzt zwar nicht unbedingt leiser, schon allein wegen der RTX 4090 Laptop-GPU, aber erlaubt dank der CPU eine so noch nie dagewesene Spieleleistung - so viel sei jetzt schon verraten. Wir durften das erste Notebook mit einer X3D-CPU testen.

Mit CPUs vom Typ Ryzen 7x45HX hat auch AMD die große Desktop-Plattform ins Notebook gebracht und tritt im Test gegen Intels HX-Serie an. AMD „Dragon Range“ bietet bis zu 16 Zen-4-Kerne auf angepasstem Package und heizt Intels HX-CPUs mit bis zu 8+16 Kernen in Anwendungen und Spielen ordentlich ein.

From our testing of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17, the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D truly performs like a desktop replacement processor should, with the added advantage for gamers in titles that can use the additional L3 cache. As stated, we would love to see a list of games provided by developers or AMD from in-house testing, so gamers and users can make informed buying decisions based on the 3D V-Cache alone. Even so, the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D is a superb mobile chip with lots of performance available in both compute and gaming to be tapped into, and combined with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 mobile graphics card, there's not a situation we don't feel the ROG Strix Scar 17 can't deal with.

In the technology and gaming sector, the AMD Dragon range, with now specifically the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, stands out. The inclusion of the RTX 4090 and the extra cache on this processor enhances, even maximized mobile RTX 4090 performance and thus its ability at QHD resolution. The 2023 ROG Strix Scar 17 has a 17-inch Quad HD 240Hz IPS panel. The power consumption metrics observed were higher, but the uptick in performance can validate this increase. The Ryzen 9 CPU has moments where it matches the performance of the desktop-grade 7950X. Concurrently, the GPU consistently provides exceptional frame rates. On occasions, single-threaded performance slightly lags, but its multi-threaded capabilities often get close to the desktop 7950X3D. In terms of this laptop overall; you should be cognizant of certain drawbacks. The laptop's price point, combined with its repeated design, 16:9 display ratio, mediocre webcam quality, and compromised battery life due to specific component choices, may deter some. The device weighs approximately 3 kg. However, the X3D based ROG Strix Scar 17 is a performance behemoth, both for gaming and creative and creation tasks. Its primary Gen 4 SSD delivers read speeds exceeding 7 GB/s and write speeds around 4-5 GB/s. An additional M.2 slot is present for those considering storage expansion, further enhanced by swift WIFI6E connectivity and a 2.5 Gbps LAN jack. Test results indicate commendable LAN/WLAN throughput. While the Scar 17 is a top contender for those emphasizing raw performance, users should note its propensity to produce elevated sound levels in turbo mode. Measurements indicate levels surpassing 43 Dba during gaming sessions, potentially troublesome given the proximity of the device during use. Various modes, such as a silent option, are available, albeit at a slight performance trade-off. Despite the advancements in the current year's processors, areas for improvement in the ROG Strix Scar 17 persist. Notably, CPU temperatures during gaming sessions exceed anticipated levels, the Samsung PCIe4 x4 SSD occasionally throttles under intense use, and there are design issues with the numpad, arrow keys, and some key labels. The right side of the device also lacks USB ports. As configured, the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 G733PY retails at $3599 or 3499 euros. While the investment is substantial, the returns in terms of gaming speed and the 16-core processing power with X3D cache are unmistakably fabulous. The 7945HX3D 16-core CPU's capabilities are comparable to desktop versions. Future iterations of gaming laptop processors might benefit from a more expansive 3D cache, and faster DDR5 memory would enhance this device. For those aiming for optimal multi-threading performance combined with a 240 Hz adaptive-sync screen, the Scar 17 remains a consideration, albeit an expensive one. The 7945HX3D in a laptop with a fast mobile GPU, well, is just pretty darn terrific.

Unleash the beast, chase the dragon, and we can throw in many superlatives into this product series. We dive into the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 2023 model, a laptop with a staggering 16-core Ryzen 9 7945HX processor that's pretty much as fast as the desktop part. Coupled with 32GB DDR5 RAM and the mobile GeForce RTX 4090, this laptop promises outstanding performance. The laptop appears to be crafted from several ambitions, featuring the GeForce RTX 4090, swift NVMe storage, and a proper rapid IPS 240Hz 2560x1440 display. In this review, we primarily focus on the remarkable power of AMD's mobile processor, which keeps pace with its desktop counterparts effortlessly. Asus currently offers two models of the Strix Scar 17: one with an RTX 4090 and another with an RTX 4080. Our review unit was the RTX 4090 configuration, it's worth noting that both graphics cards have access to 175 watts of power (150W for the GPU itself, plus 25W from Dynamic Boost). But what really sets the Scar 17 apart from the competition is the inclusion of AMD's new Ryzen 9 7945HX processor, the company's first 55W processor and the first 16-core mobile processor from Team Red. It also marks the debut of AMD's Ryzen 7000 platform in laptops. This indeed is the much-discussed dragon range series of processors.