If you're looking for high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is the better option, though it's less portable and more expensive. Conversely, the ASUS Vivobook 14 offers sufficient performance for general use, is more affordable, and easier to carry around. The ROG Strix is equipped with a larger, higher resolution display, better color accuracy, and significantly more power under the hood for intensive tasks, while the Vivobook prioritizes battery life and portability, making it suitable for on-the-go usage and everyday activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
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
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 outshines the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use mainly due to its significantly more powerful CPU and graphics card, greater RAM and storage, and much higher quality screen, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. Conversely, the Vivobook 14 offers better portability and longer battery life with a more modest CPU and graphics, less RAM and storage, and a lower quality screen, which make it fair for general use compared to the high-end specs of the Strix G18.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.0/10
8.9/10
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 G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which allows for very smooth visuals and fast reaction times. In comparison, the ASUS Vivobook 14, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, provides sufficient capabilities for more casual gaming and less demanding 3D tasks, but it cannot match the performance and fluidity of the Strix G18.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
6.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is superior for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, high-grade Nvidia GPU, and ample 16 GB of RAM, paired with an excellent screen quality that offers high resolution and color accuracy, important for detailed work. While the ASUS Vivobook 14 provides sufficient performance with its Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics for lighter tasks, its lower RAM and standard screen are more suited for everyday use, and although it's more portable and quieter, it may struggle with demanding engineering software.
Content Creation
8.6/10
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 G18 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
8.1/10
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
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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
8.7/10
6.3/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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 G18 has a sharp, high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color reproduction, making it well-suited for general use and engineering tasks where detail and accurate colors are crucial. However, its lower refresh rate affects the gaming and 3D performance, where fast-moving visuals might not appear as smooth. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 14 offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and some engineering work but lacks the color accuracy and high refresh rate desired for advanced design projects and fluid gameplay in 3D environments.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very 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
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and ASUS Vivobook 14 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
$421
$0
$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 Vivobook 14 costs $421.
"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.
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