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ASUS ROG Strix GL502 Series

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The ASUS ROG Strix GL502 series, produced from mid-2016 through 2017, is the original 15.6-inch generation of ROG's Strix gaming line and covers six model numbers built on one shared chassis: the GL502VT (GeForce GTX 970M) and GL502VY (GTX 980M) from the first half of 2016, the GL502VM (GTX 1060) and GL502VS (GTX 1070) from late 2016, and their 2017 Kaby Lake refreshes, the GL502VMK and GL502VSK. All of them pair a quad-core Intel Core processor — 6th-gen i7-6700HQ in the originals, 7th-gen i7-7700HQ in the K refreshes — with dedicated NVIDIA graphics in a slim brushed-metal lid design, finished with the era's signature orange or red accents. Since the graphics card alone spans two full GPU generations, your exact configuration matters a great deal to resale value — and if this laptop has been retired to a shelf, you can trade it in for cash online by selecting your components in the quote tool above, an option many owners of older gaming laptops still don't know exists.

Which GL502 do you have?

Confirming it's a GL502

  • Flip the laptop over: the label on the bottom panel reads GL502Vx — the final letters identify your graphics tier
  • The suffix maps directly to the GPU: VT = GTX 970M, VY = GTX 980M, VM / VMK = GTX 1060, VS / VSK = GTX 1070
  • No label? Press the Windows key, type "System Information," and press Enter — the "System Model" line shows the same code
  • Visual cues: a 15.6-inch matte screen, a brushed-metal lid with the ROG logo, and orange accent trim on the GL502VT or red trim on the VY/VM/VS models

Easy to confuse with

  • ASUS FX502 — a budget lookalike sold alongside the GL502 with nearly identical styling; the bottom label says FX502, not GL502, and it should be quoted separately
  • ROG Strix GL503 (Hero / Scar Edition) — the 2017–2018 successor with 8th-gen Intel CPUs and RGB keyboard lighting; the GL502's backlight is red only
  • ROG Strix GL702 — the 17.3-inch sibling; measure your screen diagonally to be sure (15.6" = GL502)
  • Not sure which processor generation you have? A CPU model starting with "6" (i7-6700HQ) means a 2016 original; "7" (i7-7700HQ) means a 2017 K refresh. Our guide to finding your processor type shows where to look in a few clicks

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • Intel Core i7-6700HQ — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 3.5 GHz boost (2016 GL502VT / VY / VM / VS)
  • Intel Core i7-7700HQ — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 3.8 GHz boost (2017 GL502VMK / VSK and late VM / VS units)
  • Intel Core i5-7300HQ — 4 cores, 4 threads (select international GL502VM configurations)

Graphics (GPU)

  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M — 3GB or 6GB GDDR5 (GL502VT)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M — 4GB or 8GB GDDR5 (GL502VY)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 — 6GB GDDR5, 3GB on some international units (GL502VM / VMK)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 — 8GB GDDR5 (GL502VS / VSK)
  • The Maxwell-to-Pascal jump is huge: a GTX 1070 unit performs in an entirely different class than a 970M unit, and quotes reflect that

Memory (RAM)

  • DDR4-2133/2400 memory
  • Factory configurations shipped with 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB
  • 8GB is soldered to the motherboard with a single accessible SO-DIMM slot for upgrades — check your installed total in Task Manager before quoting, as many units were upgraded by a previous owner

Storage

  • Dual-drive layout on most units: an M.2 SSD boot drive plus a 2.5-inch 1TB hard drive (7200 RPM)
  • Factory SSD capacities of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB — SATA on entry units, faster PCIe NVMe on higher trims
  • Some entry configurations shipped with the 1TB hard drive only

Display & audio

Display

Every GL502 uses a 15.6-inch anti-glare Full HD (1920 × 1080) panel, but the details vary by model: the GL502VT and VY use a wide-viewing-angle IPS panel at 60Hz, the GL502VM adds NVIDIA G-Sync at 60Hz, and the GL502VS/VSK was one of the first gaming laptops offered with a fast 120Hz G-Sync panel. Check yours under Windows Display Settings → Advanced display.

Audio

Stereo speakers tuned with ASUS SonicMaster and ROG AudioWizard profiles, plus a built-in array microphone and an HD (720p) webcam above the display — a feature ASUS later removed from the Strix line, so its presence actually helps confirm you own a GL502-era machine.

Ports & connectivity

The GL502 keeps its front edges clear, spreading ports along the left and right sides.

Left Side
  • 1× USB-C port (Thunderbolt 3 on the GL502VM/VMK only; standard USB 3.1 on VT, VY, VS, and VSK)
  • 1× Mini DisplayPort
  • 1× HDMI
  • 1× RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet
  • 1× USB-A 3.0 port
  • 1× Power adapter input (DC-in)
Right Side
  • 2× USB-A 3.0 ports
  • 1× SD card reader
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
  • 1× Kensington lock slot

802.11ac Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5) Bluetooth 4.1 Gigabit Ethernet

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

A 64Wh 4-cell battery is standard, with barrel-plug chargers that scale from 120W up to a 230W brick on GTX 1070 units — USB-C charging is not supported on any model. The GL502VT is the only version with NVIDIA Optimus graphics switching, giving it noticeably longer unplugged runtimes; the G-Sync models (VM/VS) keep the dedicated GPU always active.

Keyboard

Full-size red-backlit chiclet keyboard with a number pad and highlighted WASD cluster. Backlighting is single-color red on every GL502 — there is no RGB lighting and no light bar, both of which arrived with later Strix generations.

Cooling

Dual-fan, copper heat-pipe cooling exhausting through the rear vents, with independent thermal paths for CPU and GPU. Fan behavior is managed through ASUS ROG Gaming Center software.

Build & design

Brushed aluminum lid over a plastic deck patterned to match, in Black with orange accents (GL502VT) or red accents (VY/VM/VS). No fingerprint reader, no IR camera, and no optical drive on any configuration.

Weight

≈ 2.2–2.3 kg (4.8–5.1 lb) depending on configuration.

Dimensions

390 × 266 × 23.5–30.1 mm (15.3" × 10.5" × 0.9"–1.2") — the GTX 1070-equipped VS is the thickest of the family.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find my exact GL502 model number to get an accurate quote?
No tools needed: turn the laptop over and read the white label on the bottom panel — it shows the full model, such as "GL502VS" or "GL502VM," often followed by a regional suffix like "-DS71" or "-FY032T" that you can ignore for quoting. If the label has worn off, press the Windows key, type "System Information," press Enter, and read the "System Model" line. The two letters after "GL502V" tell us your graphics card, which is the single biggest factor in your offer. For step-by-step screenshots, see our guide to finding your ASUS laptop's model number.
02 Is my laptop a GL502, or one of the similar-looking ASUS models from that era?
Three lookalikes cause most mix-ups. The ASUS FX502 shares the same body style but is a separate budget line — trust the bottom label, not the looks. The ROG Strix GL503 (sold as Hero and Scar Edition) replaced the GL502 in late 2017; it has RGB keyboard lighting and 8th-gen Intel CPUs, while every GL502 has a red-only backlight and a 6th- or 7th-gen chip. And the GL702 is simply the 17.3-inch version — if your screen measures 17 inches corner to corner, quote that model instead. When in doubt, browse all models on our ASUS ROG sell page.
03 Can I sell a GL502 with a worn battery, cracked screen, or other problems?
Yes. Laptops of this age almost always show wear, and we buy GL502 units in every working state — batteries that no longer hold a charge, cracked or dim screens, noisy fans, worn keyboards, missing keycaps, dead backlighting, and cosmetic scuffs are all fine. Describe the condition honestly in the quote tool above and the offer adjusts automatically. Even a unit that won't power on can still hold value, particularly the GTX 1060 and GTX 1070 configurations.
04 How does trading in my ROG Strix GL502 online actually work?
Many people don't realize they can sell a used gaming laptop online for cash without marketplace listings, meetups, or seller fees. Here's the whole process: select your GL502's configuration and condition above to lock in an instant offer, ship it to us for free using the prepaid, insured label we email you, and get paid within two business days of inspection via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or check. Packing tips are on our shipping instructions page — and if you're selling to fund an upgrade, our blog's roundup of the best ASUS ROG laptops shows how far the Strix line has come since the GL502.
05 Do I need to wipe my data or remove the drives before shipping?
Back up anything you want to keep — remember the GL502 usually has two drives, the SSD and a 1TB hard drive, so check both for personal files and game saves. Then sign out of your accounts (Windows, Steam, and any other launchers) before packing. There's no need to open the laptop or remove the M.2 SSD or hard drive yourself; our technicians perform a certified data wipe on every incoming drive as standard procedure. Full details are on our data erasure protocols page.