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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Apple MacBook Air is more portable, has a higher-quality display with better color accuracy, and is ideal for general use with silent, fanless operation and a good battery life. Conversely, the ASUS ROG Strix G15, while heavier and with a shorter battery life, offers more power for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia GPU. The MacBook Air will cost less but for robust performance in demanding use cases, the ASUS may justify its higher price. Choose the MacBook Air for everyday tasks and portability, or the ASUS for high-performance computing and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Air (2022)
- Very good for software development
- Best in class overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Excellent battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4
7.0
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Air (2022) is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) with its Apple M2 GPU and a 60Hz screen refresh rate can handle 3D tasks but isn't optimal for such applications, especially considering the lack of compatibility with many popular games that do not run on macOS. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 boasts a stronger Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU and a higher 144Hz screen refresh rate, making it well-equipped for gaming and more demanding 3D applications favored by its Windows OS.
Software Development
8.0
7.2
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 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
7.6
7.1
13.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
486.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
284.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Air has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G15 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When considering a laptop for general use, the Apple MacBook Air stands out for its high-resolution Retina display and impressive brightness, making for a crisp and vivid viewing experience. For engineering and design, its screen supports wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for professional work. However, for 3D tasks, the MacBook Air's lower refresh rate compared to gaming-specific laptops might not be as smooth, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15, despite having a good refresh rate for gaming, may fall short on color accuracy and brightness, which are critical for both general use and professional design tasks.
Battery
15.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Apple MacBook Air has 15 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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
Excellent
Good
13.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0
7.8
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$799
$1,249
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has a price of $799 and the ASUS ROG Strix G15 costs $1,249.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.7
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
486.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
284.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) offers a high-quality IPS screen with excellent color coverage, a lightweight design for increased portability, and a long battery life, making it ideal for general use on the go. The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia GPU, ample RAM, and higher storage capacity, makes for a robust choice for general use, especially for users who may need additional performance for more demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.6
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and Apple MacBook Air (2022) are both good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022), with its Apple M2 CPU and GPU, is a solid choice for engineering and design due to its high-resolution screen and quiet operation, though it may be less suited for GPU-intensive tasks compared to the ASUS ROG Strix G15, which offers a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, as well as a high-refresh screen, making it better for demanding graphics work but at the expense of being heavier and louder. While the MacBook Air excels in portability and has a superior screen quality, the ROG Strix G15 leads in raw performance and expandability, which may appeal to users running more resource-intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.9
7.7
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for content creation.
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.
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How the Apple MacBook Air (2022) and the ASUS ROG Strix G15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Air (2022) | ASUS ROG Strix G15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $1,249 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2022 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.5'' x 0.44'' | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.7 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.97" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.46" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 15 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 52.6 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1664 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 486 nits | 284 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | No Webcam | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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Apple MacBook Air (2022)
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The Apple MacBook Air M2 Entry is a very good, but too expensive daily MacBook. The new MacBook Air M2 is undoubtedly once again a very good mobile companion, but we are still a little bit disappointed on a very high level, which is definitely connected with the increased price point. The new chassis is extremely slim and the front edge is no problem during typing, but the bezels are pretty wide for a modern device and in addition with the vertical space required for the notch, the new Air has larger footprint than some Windows rivals."
ASUS ROG Strix G15
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Marius Schell | February 2021
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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