The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is designed for high-end gaming and demanding tasks, offering stronger performance, which is important if you're looking to play the latest games or use intensive applications. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for carrying around. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is more affordable and provides a balance of performance and portability, suitable for general use like web browsing, office tasks, and media consumption, with the added advantage of longer battery life for on-the-go use. Consider what's more crucial for you: advanced capabilities and gaming or cost and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good 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 speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers superior CPU performance, ample RAM, and high screen quality, ideal for demanding tasks, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it less suited for on-the-go use. The ASUS Vivobook 14, while more portable and with longer battery life, includes more modest CPU power and screen quality, aligning it with users who prioritize everyday tasks and mobility over intensive processing needs.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the ASUS Vivobook 14 has modest GPU capabilities and a standard refresh rate, making it less suited for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, even though its CPU and screen quality are adequate for everyday use.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
6.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is equipped with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU, making it well suited for demanding engineering software and tasks that require a high-resolution screen. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 14, while more portable and potentially quieter, has less powerful hardware and a lower quality screen, which limits its effectiveness for complex engineering and design work.
Content Creation
8.4/10
6.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.8/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
8.8/10
6.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 excels in screen quality for general use and engineering due to its high-resolution display and brightness, offering clear visuals and vibrant colors essential for these tasks, plus extensive color coverage that is crucial for precision in design work. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for 3D work and gaming, where fluid motion and quick screen updates are key. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 14's screen quality suffices for general tasks and design, with acceptable clarity and color representation, but lacks the high refresh rate and superior color gamut, making it less favorable for gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 14 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and ASUS Vivobook 14 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.
Cost
$1,599
$421
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the ASUS Vivobook 14 costs $421.
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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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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