The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a larger screen with a higher resolution and refresh rate, suited for intensive tasks and gaming; however, it is heavier and costlier than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15. Despite having the same storage, RAM, and similar GPUs, the Strix G18's superior i9 processor makes it better for demanding engineering or 3D tasks. The TUF F15 is more portable and has adequate performance for general use and gaming. If budget and portability are key, choose the TUF F15; if performance in demanding scenarios is a priority and you don't mind the extra spend and weight, go with the Strix G18. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
7.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
257.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out for general use with its high-resolution screen that has excellent color coverage and brightness, paired with a top-tier CPU and a generous amount of RAM, which ensures snappy performance; however, its large size and shorter battery life make it less portable compared to the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, which also offers a competent CPU and the same amount of RAM for good performance, but with a lower screen quality and longer battery life that augments its portability. The TUF F15 is lighter and more compact, making it a better choice for those who need to move around more with their laptop.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
8.0/10
8.9/10
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
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for gaming and AI, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for gaming and 3D thanks to its top-tier Intel i9 processor and higher screen refresh rate, which deliver exceptional performance and smooth visuals, whereas the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with an Intel i7 processor and a good refresh rate, provides capable but slightly less powerful gaming and 3D capabilities. The Strix G18's screen also has higher pixel density and better color coverage which contribute to the higher screen quality suitable for intensive gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
8.1/10
7.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
8.7/10
6.9/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
257.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 likely has a high-resolution display and excellent brightness, making it great for general use and detail-oriented work like engineering, and it also accurately represents colors, important for precision in design tasks. However, its screen may not be optimal for gaming and 3D applications if it has a lower refresh rate, which can result in less smooth motion. The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, while still good for everyday tasks with decent resolution and brightness, may fall short in providing the color range needed for professional engineering and design work, and similarly, may not offer a high refresh rate for the best gaming and 3D experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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
Poor
Good
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,299
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $2,299 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 costs $1,399.
"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."
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
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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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