If you're focused on high-end gaming or demanding tasks like video editing or 3D rendering, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, while more expensive, provides robust performance to handle these applications efficiently. Its gaming-centric features offer an immersive experience but come at the cost of heavier weight, which affects portability. Meanwhile, the ASUS Zenbook 14 is more affordable and highly portable, making it a suitable choice for general use, like web browsing, office tasks, and media consumption. However, its lighter build and less powerful components mean it won't perform as well with intensive applications compared to the ROG Strix G15. In terms of battery life, the Zenbook will typically last longer on a full charge than the gaming-oriented ROG Strix G15, which is an important consideration if you're frequently on the move and away from power outlets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with its AMD RX 6800M GPU and high screen refresh rate of 300, is excellent for gaming and 3D applications, providing top-notch graphics and smooth visuals. In comparison, the ASUS Zenbook 14's lower-performance Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard refresh rate of 90 cater to less demanding gaming and 3D tasks, but it offers a higher resolution OLED display for superior screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
7.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is better equipped for engineering and design use with a more potent AMD Ryzen CPU and dedicated AMD GPU that excel in compute-intensive tasks, paired with adequate RAM, and it boasts very good heat and noise management for sustained performance, however, it is heavier and less portable. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a superb OLED screen delivering higher resolution and better color accuracy which is beneficial for design work, and while it is lighter and more portable, its Intel CPU and integrated GPU are less suited for demanding engineering applications.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14 for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, a laptop like the ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a sharp display with high resolution and brightness, resulting in crisp, clear images that enhance everyday tasks such as browsing or watching videos. Engineering and design professionals prefer laptops like the Zenbook for its wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color reproduction for tasks like photo editing and graphic design. However, both the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Zenbook fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to their lower refresh rates, which can make high-speed scenes appear less smooth compared to displays optimized for these purposes.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the ASUS Zenbook 14 costs $300.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for general use due to its robust CPU and ample RAM, which ensure smooth performance, although its heavier weight and modest portability may be a slight drawback for users on the go. The ASUS Zenbook 14, despite its superior screen quality and higher portability, is rated fair for general use since it has a less powerful CPU and less RAM, which could slow down multitasking or more demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Zenbook 14 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.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Zenbook 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the ASUS Zenbook 14 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
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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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