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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance is a priority for gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning tasks, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 with its more powerful processor and graphics card is a better option, despite being slightly heavier and having a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, with its excellent keyboard quality and higher portability score, would be preferable for users wanting a more balanced laptop for both work and play, even though it may fall behind in high-end performance tasks. The ASUS has a larger screen and better color coverage which might be beneficial for creative professionals, whereas the Gigabyte offers a slightly longer battery life and higher max refresh rate, beneficial for fast-paced gaming. 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 Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out in general use due to its superior CPU and high-resolution screen, making it very good for a range of tasks, but its larger size and possibly heftier weight might make it less portable. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, with a good but less powerful CPU and a lower resolution screen, provides an excellent keyboard and solid overall performance, making it a well-rounded choice for general use with better portability.
Gaming and AI
8.7
7.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 with the Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz is better suited for gaming and 3D applications, allowing for smoother visuals and better rendering of fast-paced action compared to the Gigabyte Aorus 17G which, although also suitable for gaming and 3D tasks with its Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, offers a higher refresh rate of 300Hz but at a lower screen quality.
Engineering and Design
8.9
7.8
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 leads in engineering and design use due to its higher-end CPU, superior GPU, and superior screen quality with better brightness and color coverage, which are crucial for demanding software and precise visuals. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, while also suitable for such tasks, has a lesser CPU and GPU and lower screen quality, but gains an edge in portability and keyboard quality, which may benefit users who prioritize a balance between performance and mobility.
Content Creation
8.6
7.5
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
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 Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
7.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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
8.0
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a high-resolution display with great color accuracy and brightness, making it well-suited for general use and engineering tasks that require precise color representation. However, its lower refresh rate limits its performance for gaming and 3D applications where smoother visuals are critical. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, while also providing a decent resolution and accurate colors for everyday and professional design work, falls short for gaming and 3D content due to a similar shortfall in refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G 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.
Cost
$1,900
$2,329
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $1,900 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
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Key similarities
Portability
Poor
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 17G to have only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G18 | Gigabyte Aorus 17G |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,900 | $2,329 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.61 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.71" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.57" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 422 nits | 282 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G18
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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."
Gigabyte Aorus 17G
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Sascha Mölck | June 2021
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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