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Updated February 26, 2024·
To choose between the Acer Aspire 5 and the ASUS ROG Strix G18, consider that the Acer Aspire 5 offers affordability and is suitable for everyday tasks, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 provides high performance for demanding applications like 3D, machine learning, and gaming at a higher price. The Strix is less portable due to its size and likely shorter battery life, but it excels in power. If your priority is basic tasks and value for money, go with the Acer. If you need top-tier performance and are less concerned about cost and portability, choose the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good portability
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
422.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with its adequate CPU and RAM, is suitable for general tasks, and its moderate screen quality, decent battery life, and lighter weight make it quite portable for everyday use. In contrast, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts superior CPU and RAM performance for more demanding applications, exceptional screen quality for vivid visuals, albeit at the expense of heavier weight and shorter battery life, not ideal for frequent travel.
Gaming and AI
6.1
8.7
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with a modest GPU and standard screen refresh rate, may handle some gaming and 3D tasks, but the ASUS ROG Strix G18, with a high-end GPU and superior refresh rate, excels, providing smoother and more immersive experiences. While the CPU and screen quality of both are decent, the ASUS offers more powerful processing and visual fidelity which are crucial for the most demanding games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.6
9.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with decent CPU, RAM, and GPU specifications, can handle engineering tasks, but the ASUS ROG Strix G18, with top-tier CPU, RAM, and a high-end GPU, excels in demanding design and engineering applications, also offering superior screen quality for detail-oriented work. However, the Aspire 5 might be easier to carry around due to its lighter design and could provide a quieter operation, which can be a significant advantage for some users over the bulkier and potentially noisier Strix G18.
Content Creation
7.3
8.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.3
8.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.2
8.7
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
422.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 5 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a screen with adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but it may not offer the wide color gamut needed for precision in engineering and design. The ASUS ROG Strix G18's display has higher resolution and brightness, plus a wider color gamut, meeting the higher demands of engineering and design professionals while also offering a vibrant experience for general users. However, for gaming and 3D applications where high refresh rates are crucial, both laptops fall short, impacting the smoothness and responsiveness of fast-paced visual content.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$480
$2,123
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) costs $2,123.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 5 15 | ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $2,123 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 6.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 11.57" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 275 nits | 422 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Acer Aspire 5 15
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Sascha Mölck | November 2022
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
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Florian Glaser | March 2023
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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