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Updated August 21, 2024·

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a balance of performance and value, with a powerful Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU that excel in gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks. Its larger 18-inch screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio and high refresh rate is ideal for fast-paced gaming and detailed visual work, though the color accuracy is more suited for general use than professional color grading. It's also more portable than the Scar 17, with a slightly smaller form factor and longer battery life, making it a better choice for those who need to work on the go. In contrast, the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D is a top-tier machine designed for the most demanding tasks, featuring an advanced AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D processor and the formidable Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU. This laptop is built for extreme performance, particularly in gaming and machine learning, where its 3D V-Cache technology shines. The Scar 17's screen has a wider color gamut and higher brightness, catering to professionals who require superior color fidelity. However, it comes with a higher price tag, shorter battery life, and is less portable due to its larger size and weight. If you prioritize portability, a balance of performance and battery life, and are mindful of budget, the Strix G18 is the way to go. However, if you're looking for the ultimate performance without compromise, especially for intensive gaming and professional workloads that can leverage the 3D V-Cache, and you're willing to pay a premium and sacrifice some portability, the Scar 17 X3D is the powerhouse that will meet your needs. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
  • Very good for software development
  • Good battery life
  • Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
  • Excellent for engineering and design
  • Excellent for gaming and AI

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

8.7
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
9.2
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D is excellent for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good.

Screen Quality

8.7
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
8.3
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.

Battery

8.0 Hours
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
3.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D has 3 hours of battery life.

Cost

$1,900
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
$3,500
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$500

$1,000

$1,500

$2,000

$2,500

$3,000

$3,500

$4,000

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $1,900 and the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D costs $3,500.
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Key similarities

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General Use

8.3
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
8.1
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.6/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D are both very good for general use.

Engineering and Design

8.9
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D to be excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good.

Content Creation

8.6
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D are both very good for content creation.

Software Development

8.1
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
7.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G18 to be very good for software development, while the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D is good.

Portability

Poor
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
Poor
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D and ASUS ROG Strix G18 both have poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

7.8
ROG Strix G18
ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D both have good build quality.

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How the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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ASUS ROG Strix G18Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D

GENERAL

Price
$1,900
$3,500
Release Date
April 1, 2023June 6, 2023
Overall Dimensions
15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06''15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.11''
Weight
6.61 lbs6.61 lbs
Width
15.71"15.55"
Depth
11.57"11.1"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i9-13980HXAMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D
RAM
16 GB32 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
22
Storage
1024 GB2048 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
8 Hours3 Hours
Battery Capacity
90 Wh90 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
18"17.3"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2560 x 16002560 x 1440
Refresh Rate
240Hz240Hz
Display Brightness
422 nits350 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.8/107.4/10
Portability Score
5.7/105.7/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
YesYes
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.3/106.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
8/108.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
9.6/107/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
22
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesNo
Display Outputs
33
Thunderbolt Version
4N/A

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Florian Glaser | March 2023
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."

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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 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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