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Updated February 26, 2024·
If budget is a key concern and you're looking for a reliable laptop for daily tasks, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 will serve you well and save you money. However, if you frequently engage in heavy gaming, 3D modeling, or intensive engineering software, investing in the ASUS ROG Strix G18 could be worthwhile for its enhanced performance. Keep in mind that with added performance typically comes reduced battery life and potentially less portability. Consider your primary activities when deciding, as choosing the more expensive option for light tasks may not provide substantial benefits. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024).
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
422.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with a capable CPU and adequate RAM, offers reliable performance for everyday tasks and has a high-quality screen, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to more compact laptops. The ASUS ROG Strix G18, while similar in hardware, provides a slightly enhanced general use experience due to its larger screen and potential for better heat management, but it also may be less convenient for frequent travel because of its size and battery life tradeoff.
Gaming and AI
7.9
8.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
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
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, being the more recent model, generally has a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate than the G16, enhancing visual fluidity and gaming performance. While both have quality CPUs and screens, the improvements in the G18 make it a superior choice for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, but usually at a higher cost.
Engineering and Design
8.3
9.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and G18 models excel in CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality, catering to the demanding nature of engineering and design tasks with powerful processors, ample memory for multitasking and complex calculations, high-end graphics for rendering, and clear, high-resolution displays for precise work. Although the G18 offers slightly higher specs giving it an edge for more intensive usage, both machines are less portable due to their size and weight, and trade off some battery life for performance, while still providing decent keyboard and speaker quality without excessive operating noise.
Content Creation
7.9
8.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is 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
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 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
7.5
8.7
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
422.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a balanced screen with adequate resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and engineering software, but its refresh rate is not high enough for the smooth visuals demanded by gaming and 3D applications. The G18 improves upon this with a higher screen resolution and enhanced color accuracy that benefits professionals in engineering and design, but like the G16, it falls short for gaming due to a less-than-ideal refresh rate. Both models opt for qualities better suited to static imagery and precision work rather than the fast-paced visuals required for an optimal gaming experience.
Portability
Fair
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,265
$2,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,265 and the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) costs $2,300.
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Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) 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 G16 and the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,265 | $2,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 6.61 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 11.57" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 18" | |
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 | 422 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 | 9.6/10 | |
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 | 4 | |
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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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Florian Glaser | March 2023
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
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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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