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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance for 3D applications, machine learning, or gaming is your priority, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 would be the better choice, though it's less portable than the Zenbook due to its larger size and weight. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers better portability and a higher quality OLED display, which is great for general use and engineering tasks that benefit from high screen resolutions and color accuracy, but it has less raw power for intensive tasks and gaming. The Zenbook is also the more affordable option, while the Strix G16 costs more but delivers stronger performance for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9
6.5
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, offers superior gaming and 3D performance, which is crucial for high frame rates and smooth visuals. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14X, while having a high-quality OLED screen, is equipped with a less powerful Nvidia MX550 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 90 Hz, which results in fair gaming and 3D capabilities but may not handle intensive tasks as efficiently.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16's superior CPU and GPU, specifically the Intel i7-13650HX and Nvidia RTX 4060, offer more robust performance for demanding engineering and design tasks when compared to the ASUS Zenbook 14X which has an Intel i7-1260P and Nvidia MX550, making it less equipped for intensive applications despite being more portable and having a higher screen resolution.
Screen Quality
7.5
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14X for software development, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize vibrant and accurate colors for tasks like photo editing or graphic design, the ASUS Zenbook 14X stands out with its superior color gamut coverage, essential for engineering and design work. For everyday activities like web browsing or streaming videos, both laptops offer high-resolution screens with ample brightness, but the Zenbook 14X's screen delivers a sharper image and better viewing experience. However, for gaming and 3D applications where rapid motion is common, neither laptop is ideal due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion compared to screens designed for gaming.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 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
3.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,269
$777
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,269 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X costs $777.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is suitable for general use with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a good screen quality, though it's less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS Zenbook 14X, which also offers high-quality build and smooth visuals on its OLED screen, making it great for general use with better portability and longer battery life.
Content Creation
7.9
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both good for content creation.
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
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X 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 Zenbook 14X 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 Zenbook 14X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | ASUS Zenbook 14X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,269 | $777 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.25" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 8.71" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 63 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 339 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
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 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
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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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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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."
ASUS Zenbook 14X
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Sebastian Jentsch | April 2022
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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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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