If you prioritize a larger screen and a higher refresh rate for smoother visuals, the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 could be a better option, which would be beneficial for gaming and certain types of media editing. However, it comes at a premium price and is heavier, making it less portable. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a smaller screen with a slightly longer battery life at a more midrange price, making it a more cost-effective and portable option, but with reduced screen real estate and potentially less optimal experience for fast-paced gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Both have powerful CPUs and GPUs suitable for demanding applications and gaming, but your choice may hinge upon your budget, need for portability, and how much you value screen size and smooth visual performance. 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 Scar 17.
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5/10
8.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
292.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, gaming and AI, and software development.
For general use, both ASUS ROG Strix models offer high resolution and brightness, providing clear and vibrant displays for everyday tasks like browsing or watching videos. In engineering and design, their displays cover a wide range of colors, ensuring that professionals see accurate and consistent hues in their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications which require fluid motion, their lower refresh rates result in less smooth visual transitions, making them less ideal for fast-paced or visually intensive tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has 7 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
6.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,374
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 costs $2,499.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both good for general use.
While both the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 offer robust CPUs and ample RAM for smooth general use, the Scar 17's higher storage capacity and more powerful CPU make it better suited for demanding tasks. However, the G16's smaller screen and lighter weight contribute to a slightly higher portability, which, along with better battery life, may make it more appealing for users who prioritize mobility and longer use away from power outlets.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
8.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 has a higher refresh rate and a more powerful GPU than the ASUS ROG Strix G16, making it very good for gaming and 3D applications; however, the Strix G16, with its capable GPU and refresh rate, still delivers a good experience for such tasks. The Scar 17's superior screen refresh may provide smoother visuals during fast-paced games, while its GPU ensures higher frame rates and better handling of complex 3D tasks, but it may come at a higher cost and with less portability due to its larger size and weight compared to the Strix G16.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
8.6/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both very good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.9/10
8.2/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 compare to other laptops
"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."
"Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 laptop review: liquid metal 7 nm AMD Zen 3 is stunning. The raw performance increase is absolutely bonkers if you're upgrading from a laptop on Coffee Lake-H or older. The 45 W Ryzen 9 5900HX is neck-to-neck with the thicker, heavier, and hotter Schenker Ultra 17 running on a desktop-class Core i9-11900K despite their wide TDP differences. The performance-per-watt advantages can make Intel Rocket Lake feel like a last generation platform at times. As for the chassis itself, it's a huge light show with RGB LEDs on almost all sides of the system."
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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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