The ASUS ROG Strix is designed for high-performance tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and intensive engineering work; however, it comes with a heftier price tag and less portability. On the other hand, the HP Spectre x360 offers greater portability, versatile use as a tablet or laptop due to its 360-degree hinge and touch screen, along with better battery life, making it ideal for general use, but it may not handle demanding tasks as effectively as the ASUS. Choose the ASUS if performance is a priority and you're less concerned about cost and portability, or the HP if you favor versatility, battery life, and affordability over sheer power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
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
9.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts a high-end GPU and an elevated screen refresh rate which is essential for smooth gaming and 3D performance; however, it's heavier and costlier. The HP Spectre x360 14 offers versatility and a decent CPU with good screen quality, but its GPU and refresh rate are not optimized for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, making it more suited for general use and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and HP Spectre x360 14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and top-tier GPU, excels in demanding engineering applications and provides superior screen quality for design precision, while the HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance of good performance components coupled with the added benefits of portability and a high-quality keyboard, making it a versatile choice for engineering tasks that also require mobility. Both laptops handle operating noise well and offer decent speakers, but the ASUS prioritizes power over portability and the HP finds a middle ground, catering to different user preferences for workstation capabilities or on-the-go convenience.
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
384.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 14 for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and HP Spectre x360 14 both offer crisp visuals due to their high resolution and brightness, making everyday tasks and media consumption a satisfying experience. Engineers and designers will benefit from the wide color coverage provided by both laptops, ensuring accurate color representation for professional work. However, gamers may find the displays lacking because of lower refresh rates, which means less smooth visuals in fast-paced games, despite both laptops having suitable resolutions and panel types for 3D applications.
Portability
Poor
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 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
8.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 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
$1,630
$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 14 costs $1,630.
The HP Spectre x360 14 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-end CPU and RAM, excels in demanding tasks and gaming, offering impressive screen quality for an immersive experience, though it sacrifices portability and has a shorter battery life due to its powerful components. The HP Spectre x360 14, while still performing well for general use with good CPU and RAM, prioritizes portability and longer battery life, along with a high-quality screen, making it a more versatile choice for on-the-go use despite having less capacity for intense workloads or gaming.
Content Creation
8.6/10
8.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 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
8.1/10
8.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the HP Spectre x360 14 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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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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