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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is generally less expensive and lighter, making it more portable, with a 16-inch display, suitable for everyday use and gaming. In contrast, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a larger 17.3-inch higher-resolution screen, better for detailed visuals and multitasking, but it's a bit heavier and slightly pricier. Both have powerful processors and graphics, ample for 3D applications, machine learning, and engineering software. If budget and portability are concerns, consider the G16, but if you prefer a larger display and can handle a little extra weight, the G17 may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
320.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If considering general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and G17 likely have high-resolution displays with bright panels, which enhance readability and clarity for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, both these models probably offer a wide color gamut, ensuring accurate color reproduction vital for design-oriented work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screen quality may fall short due to lower refresh rates, which limits smooth motion rendering essential for fast-paced gaming experiences.
Battery
9.0 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 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
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
320.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and G17 are good for general use because they both have high-quality CPUs and RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks. The G16 is more portable with a slightly longer battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go use, while the G17 offers a larger, higher-resolution screen which is better for immersive experiences but less portable due to increased size and weight.
Gaming and AI
7.9
8.4
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G17 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a higher screen refresh rate which is preferable for smoother visuals in gaming and 3D applications, coupled with a more powerful CPU, making it very good for these tasks. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a lower refresh rate and a less powerful CPU, but still includes a comparable GPU, making it simply good for gaming and 3D use.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and G17 are both well-suited for engineering and design due to their robust CPUs, ample RAM, and high-performance GPUs, which handle intensive tasks and graphics rendering effectively. While the G16 offers a balance of performance and some portability with a slightly smaller screen and less weight, the G17 delivers enhanced screen quality with a larger, higher-resolution display and superior color accuracy, making it more suitable for detailed visual work, at the expense of being less portable.
Content Creation
7.9
8.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G17 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 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
7.7
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS ROG Strix G17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,375
$1,390
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,375 and the ASUS ROG Strix G17 costs $1,390.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | ASUS ROG Strix G17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,375 | $1,390 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.21'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 3 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 320 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"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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Mark Knapp | October 2023
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
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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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