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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers high performance for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming due to its advanced processor and graphics card, but it's less portable because of its weight and larger size. It's costlier but also has better heat management and higher refresh rate for smooth visuals. Meanwhile, the HP Spectre x360 is more affordable and portable with a lighter build and better battery life, perfect for general use; it also includes a touchscreen with high pixel density but it's less suitable for demanding engineering applications or gaming due to its integrated graphics. Both have similar storage and RAM, although only the ASUS includes hardware ray tracing and DLSS which are important for advanced graphics tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.7
6.6
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is excellent for gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which is ideal for fast-paced visuals. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360, while still good for gaming and 3D, offers a less powerful GPU in the form of the Intel i7-13700H Iris Xe and a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz, making it less optimal for these tasks but potentially better for uses that don't demand the highest graphics performance.
Engineering and Design
8.9
8.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 tops in engineering prowess with a higher-end CPU and dedicated GPU, making it ideal for demanding engineering software, while the HP Spectre x360, with a capable CPU and an integrated GPU, offers a good balance between performance and design. With a larger screen and superior color accuracy, the ASUS excels in visuals for design work, but the HP's lighter build and convertible form factor provide better portability and flexibility for engineers and designers on the go.
Screen Quality
8.7
7.6
18.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and HP Spectre x360 have panels with high resolution and brightness that make them excellent for general use and detail-oriented work like engineering and design, as colors appear vivid and accurate. Both laptops provide a wide color range covering DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which is crucial for professionals who need precise color representation for digital creation or editing tasks. However, their screens fall short for gaming and 3D due to lower refresh rates, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to displays with higher refresh rates designed for these purposes.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 has 11 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
16.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Spectre x360 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
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,299
$1,000
$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 HP Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.2
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is well-suited for general use with a top-tier CPU and ample RAM for multitasking, a high-quality screen, and a solid build, though its size and weight reduce portability, and its gaming appearance may not appeal to all users. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360 also offers a powerful CPU and the same amount of RAM, boasts a high-resolution touchscreen for greater interactivity, is more portable and has superior battery life, making it a compelling choice for users seeking flexibility and longevity.
Content Creation
8.6
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 are both very good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the HP Spectre x360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Strix G18 | HP Spectre x360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,299 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.61 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.71" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.57" | 9.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 422 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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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Eric Grevstad | August 2022
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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