The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers high performance, especially in gaming and resource-intensive tasks, but comes with added weight and a bulkier form, making it less portable. If you prioritize performance over portability, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a strong option. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14 (2023) provides a more portable and sleek design, usually with good battery life, but it may be more expensive. If portability, build quality, and having a machine that's easier to carry are more important to you, and you're willing to invest more, the Razer Blade 14 could be a better choice. Each has its strengths depending on whether performance or portability ranks higher on your priority list. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
8.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design, though the Razer Blade 14 (2023) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and AMD RX GPU, providing solid performance for computational tasks and a high-refresh-rate screen for fluid visuals, albeit at the cost of less portability and screen resolution compared to the Razer Blade 14.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for software development, though the Razer Blade 14 (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
7.9/10
8.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers a blend of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate might not be ideal for fast-paced gaming or smooth 3D model rendering. The Razer Blade 14 steps up with high-resolution and bright display, rendering vibrant colors necessary for precise engineering and design, but similar to the ASUS, its gaming experience can be limited by a refresh rate not optimized for the most fluid gaming visuals. Both laptops would satisfy users looking for clear and accurate color representation for professional applications but might not appease avid gamers seeking the most immersive high-speed gaming experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 6 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$2,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $2,400.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) excellently combines portability with a high-quality screen and longer battery life, which makes it ideal for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers a larger screen and excellent gaming capability but is heavier and has slightly less battery longevity, making it less portable but still good for typical computing tasks. Additionally, both laptops are equipped with strong CPUs and adequate RAM for smooth performance, yet the Razer Blade 14 provides a superior balance for everyday use with its lighter build and higher screen resolution, enhancing its overall suitability for non-gaming purposes.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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."
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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