ASUS ROG Strix (GL10) vs iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501)
Comparison summary
- For performance iBUYPOWER Scale has a lot faster processor.
- For displaying graphics Scale has a better graphics card.
- For portability ASUS ROG Strix is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
ASUS ROG Strix (GL10)
iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix (GL10) | iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 5 3600X | AMD Ryzen 5 8400F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce GTX 1660 Ti | GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Weight | |
| 29 lbs (13.15 kg) | 36 lbs (16.33 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 16.93 x 16.85 x 7 inches | 19.4 x 18.5 x 8.66 inches |
| (43 x 42.8 x 17.78 cm) | (49.28 x 46.99 x 22 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 2, 2022 | August 21, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,169.99 | |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,169.99 | |
| Buy on Amazon.com | |
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ASUS ROG Strix (GL10) summary
ASUS ROG Strix is a good value Windows gaming computer. It has the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics card that is brilliant for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 40% of the games published this year. The computer doesn't have the best AMD processor, but enough RAM for its price.
ASUS 2022 ROG Strix GL10 Gaming Desktop, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 6-Core Processor, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Graphics, 16GB RAM, 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD, 2 x HDMI, 2 x DisplayPort, WiFi, Windows 11 Home
【Memory & Storage】The PC memory has been upgraded to 16GB DDR4 SDRAM for enhanced high bandwidth to easily switch back and forth between open applications; Hard drive has been upgraded to 1TB for fast boot up and speedy data transfer
【Processor】 AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Processor (3.8 GHz to 4.4 GHz, 32MB L3 cache, 6 Cores, 12 Threads)
【Graphics】NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
【Tech Specs】8 x USB Type-A, 1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 1 x PS/2, 1 x DVI, 3 x HDMI, 2 x Display Port, 1 x RJ-45, 1x Mic-in, 1x Front Speaker Out (Line Out), 1x Line-in, 1 x VGA; Wired Keyboard and Mouse Included
【Operating System】Windows 11 Home
ASIN: B0B8QNK12B
iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501) summary
iBUYPOWER Scale is an impressively priced Windows gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 GPU which is fantastic for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 50% of the games published this year. The computer has a great AMD CPU and decent memory for its price.
iBUYPOWER Scale Gaming PC Desktop AMD Ryzen 5 8400F CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GPU, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Computer with Gamer Keyboard and Mouse - SCA5N5501
AMD Ryzen 5 8400F Processor (CPU), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB Graphics Card (GPU), 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz (16x1) RAM (Memory), 1TB NVMe SSD (Storage), WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home Official
Connectivity: 6 x USB 3.1 | 1x RJ-45 Network Ethernet 10/100/1000 | Audio: On board audio
Special Add-Ons: Tempered Glass RGB Gaming Case | 802.11AC Wi-Fi Included | 16 Color RGB Lighting Case | Free iBUYPOWER Gaming Keyboard & RGB Gaming Mouse | No Bloatware
ASIN: B0FMXY24Q1