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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or high-performance tasks and are okay with a larger, heavier device, the Strix G16 may be a suitable option that usually costs less. However, if you prefer a balance between power and portability for on-the-go use and can invest more, the Zephyrus G14 offers strong performance in a more compact form. The G14 also typically has longer battery life, making it better for extended use away from an outlet. Choose based on what matters more to you: maximum performance and value with the Strix, or portability and battery life with the Zephyrus. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024)
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, engineering and design, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a display that balances resolution and brightness which makes it suitable for daily tasks and professional design work, where clarity and accurate color representation are key. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal to gamers and those involved in 3D modeling, who typically favor smoother visuals during fast-paced action. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, while similar in benefits for general use and engineering with its high-quality resolution and wide color coverage, also falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to the less optimal refresh rate.
Battery
9.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 has 12 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.9
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers ample CPU and RAM for smooth operation in general use, but with its larger screen and heavier build, it's less portable and might have a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, which excels in portability with a compact design and long battery life while also providing a high-quality screen and sufficient power for daily tasks. While both have considerable storage and good keyboards, the Zephyrus G14 may have an edge in speaker quality and maintaining a quieter operation with better heat management, enhancing its suitability for use in various settings.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.6
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 typically offers a robust GPU and high screen refresh rate, rendering it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications where such features ensure smoother visuals and better overall performance. Meanwhile, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, while also delivering a powerful GPU and high refresh rates, might have a slightly less potent CPU and screen quality, yet still provides a commendable balance between performance and portability for similar tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its high-performing CPU, ample RAM, and robust GPU, is well-equipped for demanding engineering tasks and delivers a vivid display that's crucial for design work. In contrast, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, while still powerful, offers greater portability and good screen quality, making it a better fit for those who prioritize mobility alongside powerful specs for engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.9
8.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) 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
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) 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.
Cost
$1,269
$1,299
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,269 and the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) costs $1,299.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,269 | $1,299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 12.2'' x 8.7'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.24" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 8.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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 | 2 | |
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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Andreas Osthoff | April 2023
"The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 offers an impressive package. Asus improves the performance of the new 2023 ROG Zephyrus G14 considerable and offers a very powerful 14-inch notebook with plenty of performance for gamers and content creators. The high-quality chassis is unchanged from last year, but is now equipped with the latest and greatest from AMD as well as Nvidia. The Mini-LED panel also puts up a convincing performance in pretty much every regard, even though the MacBook Pro 14 still offers superior brightness values. The panel works extremely well for gaming and the included color profiles offer very accurate colors."
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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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