If you prioritize high performance for tasks like gaming or intensive engineering software, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers superior capabilities that justify its higher cost, but it will be heavier, affecting its portability. On the other hand, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 provides good performance for its lower price, along with robust build quality, but it may not handle demanding applications as smoothly, and its battery life may be shorter when under heavy use. Consider how you balance cost, performance needs, and the importance of being able to easily carry your laptop around. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
253.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16's screen offers sharp images and vibrant colors due to its high resolution and wide color gamuts, making it ideal for engineering and design tasks where detail and color accuracy are crucial. However, it falls short for gaming and 3D applications since it lacks a high refresh rate, which is essential for smooth motion. On the other hand, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a display that provides satisfactory clarity and color representation for general use and professional design tasks, but also doesn't meet the gaming and 3D standards due to a lower refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its high-quality CPU and RAM, excels in performance for demanding tasks and gaming, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. On the other hand, the ASUS TUF Gaming A17, while still offering strong performance, prioritizes a balance between screen quality, longer battery life, and durability, which along with decent storage and keyboard comfort, makes it a solid choice for daily use with occasional mobility.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
8.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with a high refresh rate display and a powerful GPU, provides a premium gaming and 3D experience but might be expensive, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 offers a slightly inferior yet capable graphics experience and a decent refresh rate screen that's more cost-efficient for enthusiasts. The Strix's superior display and GPU enhance its performance for demanding tasks, but the TUF Gaming's balance offers good value for general gaming needs.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 stands out with its premium CPU, ample RAM, high-end GPU, and superior screen quality, making it excellent for demanding engineering and design tasks; however, this comes with reduced portability and likely higher operating noise. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, while still offering a potent CPU, substantial RAM, and a robust GPU, may have a slight compromise on screen and build quality for increased durability and cost-effectiveness, plus a keyboard and speakers that are decent without being top-of-the-line.
Content Creation
8.4/10
8.1/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very 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
8.0/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,599
$1,552
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 costs $1,552.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 compare to other laptops
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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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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