If you prioritize a sleek design, a high-quality display, and a strong ecosystem for professional creative work like video editing and graphics, the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is an excellent choice and can justify its higher price. However, the Asus ROG Strix G16 (2024) offers superior gaming performance and customizable options suited for gaming and demanding computational tasks, but it may be less portable and have a shorter battery life than the MacBook Pro. Consider how you will use the laptop: the MacBook Pro for the best general and creative professional use, or the Asus for gaming and intensive engineering applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023)
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Good portability
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
8.8/10
8.1/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
487.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
459.0 nits
17.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for general use, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 offers a balance of high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and exceptional screen quality, along with strong battery life and portability; however, it usually comes at a higher price point. The ASUS ROG Strix G16, while also providing robust CPU and memory capabilities designed for intensive tasks like gaming and 3D work, may compromise slightly on battery life and portability due to its gaming-oriented hardware.
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
8.4/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16, with its high-quality screen and capable GPU, excels in 3D work but is limited in gaming due to fewer compatible titles. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix G16's superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate make it a standout for gaming and 3D applications, offering smoother graphics and a more immersive experience.
Software Development
8.9/10
8.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for software development, though the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) is somewhat better.
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
9.3/10
8.8/10
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
487.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
459.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, the Apple MacBook Pro's Retina display offers superior resolution and brightness, leading to crisp and vibrant visuals which are pleasant for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. The MacBook Pro excels in engineering and design due to its wide color gamut, covering a large percentage of the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectrums, hence providing accurate color representation critical for professional design work. On the other hand, for 3D and gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix has a lower refresh rate which makes it less ideal, as a higher refresh rate is crucial for smoother motion and better responsiveness in fast-paced visuals.
Battery
17.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G16 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
Fair
16.2in
SIZE
16.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.8/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,299
$1,599
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) has a price of $2,299 and the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) costs $1,599.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for engineering and design.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 boasts a high-quality screen and powerful CPU which are essential for detailed design work, while its RAM and GPU support complex engineering programs but with a premium price and less portability. The ASUS ROG Strix G16, on the other hand, offers robust CPU and GPU performance for engineering tasks, and while it too is less portable, it typically comes at a better value but with a trade-off in screen quality compared to the MacBook.
Content Creation
8.9/10
8.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
18.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Late 2023) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very 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 Pro 16 (Late 2023) and the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) compare to other laptops
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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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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