Choose the ASUS ROG Strix G18 for high performance in intensive gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, and general engineering tasks, but it’s heavier and less portable. Opt for the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED if you prefer a highly portable laptop with a premium OLED screen suitable for general use, bearing in mind it has lower performance for demanding tasks and less storage capacity. Consider the Strix for its superior battery life but balance this with its higher price, while the Zenbook offers touch capabilities and better portability at a lower cost. 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
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out for general use due to its high-performance CPU and ample RAM which ensure smooth operation in demanding tasks, along with an IPS screen providing clear visuals, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, with its vivid OLED touchscreen and light build, is great for daily tasks while offering better battery life and portability, although it has a less powerful CPU and less RAM, making it less suitable for intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 surpasses the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED in gaming and 3D applications owing predominantly to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which is critical for smooth graphics. On the other hand, the Zenbook's Intel Iris Xe graphics and a refresh rate of 120Hz offer fair performance but are not on par with the gaming-centric specifications of the ROG Strix G18.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
7.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is particularly well-suited for engineering and design due to its higher-tier Intel i9 processor, greater RAM capacity, and powerful Nvidia RTX GPU, which together provide the substantial computing power required for such tasks, along with a high-quality IPS screen conducive to visual work. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, while still competent with its Intel i5 processor and integrated graphics, offers a superb OLED display with touch capability and greater portability owing to its lighter weight and smaller size, which is advantageous for on-the-go usage.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.6/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
8.6/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offer sharp images, vibrant colors, and ample brightness which enhances the viewing experience for everyday tasks like web browsing and video streaming. Engineers and designers would appreciate the wide color gamuts these laptops provide, ensuring accurate color reproduction which is crucial for design work and precision editing. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops could result in less fluid motion and responsiveness, which can detract from the immersive experience gamers and 3D professionals seek.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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
3.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,299
$825
$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 Zenbook 14X OLED costs $825.
"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."
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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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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