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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is less expensive and offers satisfactory performance, good battery life, and reasonable portability. Conversely, the Razer Blade 18 boasts superior performance with a stronger processor and graphics card, more RAM and storage, and a better display, making it ideal for intensive 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks. However, it comes with a higher price tag, a slightly larger and heavier build, which could impact portability, and a shorter battery life. If you value high-end performance for demanding applications and can accommodate the additional cost and size, the Razer Blade 18 is an excellent choice. If you prioritize budget and portability with enough power for everyday tasks, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 would be a suitable option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 18
- 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
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.1/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The Razer Blade 18 is rated better for general use than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 mainly because it boasts a more powerful processor, double the RAM for multitasking, and a higher resolution and brighter screen enhancing visual experience. However, it is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight, and has shorter battery life, which may be a trade-off for its superior performance and screen attributes.
Gaming and AI
7.9
8.9
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 Razer Blade 18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The Razer Blade 18 is equipped with a more powerful GPU (Nvidia RTX 4070) and a higher screen refresh rate (240 Hz) compared to the ASUS ROG Strix G16 which features a Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a 165 Hz refresh rate, explaining why the former excels for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.3
9.3
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 Razer Blade 18 is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is very good.
The Razer Blade 18 outperforms the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for engineering and design through its superior high-end CPU and double the RAM, aiding in complex computing tasks, along with a more powerful GPU which benefits rendering and simulation. Moreover, the Razer Blade 18's screen displays sharper images and more accurate colors, essential for design precision, though it's heavier and less portable than the ASUS, with slight trade-offs in speaker and keyboard quality and higher operating noise.
Content Creation
7.9
8.6
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 Razer Blade 18 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
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 18 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
8.9
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
The Razer Blade 18 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 vibrant display with good resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate can be a disadvantage for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother visuals. The Razer Blade 18's screen similarly provides high brightness and crisp resolution conducive to general use and professional design software, thanks to its wide color coverage ensuring accurate color representation. However, similar to the ASUS, its less than ideal refresh rate affects its performance in fast-paced gaming scenarios, which demand quick image refreshing for an optimal experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 18 has 4 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
8.5
The Razer Blade 18 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
$10
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the Razer Blade 18 costs $10.
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Key similarities
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Razer Blade 18 both have only fair portability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Razer Blade 18 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | Razer Blade 18 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,374 | $10 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 6.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i9-13950HX | |
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 | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 91.7 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 | 524 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 6.2/10 | |
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 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
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."
Razer Blade 18
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Matthew Buzzi | March 2023
"Razer made a powerful laptop in the Blade 18, showing off a beautiful and fast display and the same high-quality build we’ve come to expect from this product line. It’s also quite expensive, which is hardly a surprise, but bears repeating even in this price range. It’s pricier than the Scar 18 despite an inferior GPU and half the storage, so you really have to want the Blade 18’s design to justify the cost."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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