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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is less expensive, has good general use performance, and is more portable; it's suitable for intensive gaming and offers excellent battery life for its class, but with standard RAM and storage, it might fall short for heavy 3D tasks and engineering. The MSI Titan GT77 is pricier, boasts a higher resolution screen with exceptional color accuracy, more RAM and storage for demanding workloads like engineering and machine learning, but has a heavier build and larger power brick, making it less convenient to carry, and less battery life during typical usage. Both feature robust processors and graphics, but MSI offers more future-proofing at a higher cost and less mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.3
8.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Titan GT77 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers solid general use performance with ample RAM and a high-quality screen, but its portability and battery life are limited, which can be a drawback for mobile users. The MSI Titan GT77 also excels in general tasks with a more powerful GPU and superior screen resolution than the ASUS, but it is even less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it better suited for stationary use where it can frequently be plugged in.
Gaming and AI
8.7
10.0
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with an RTX 4070 GPU and offers a high screen refresh rate of 240Hz, making for smooth graphics in gaming and 3D applications. In comparison, the MSI Titan GT77 boasts a more powerful RTX 4080 GPU and a Mini LED display for superior screen quality, but at a reduced refresh rate of 144Hz, which might slightly affect motion fluidity in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Engineering and Design
8.9
10.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good.
The MSI Titan GT77 surpasses the ASUS ROG Strix G18 in engineering and design use primarily due to its superior RAM capacity, higher GPU performance, and a more vibrant screen with better resolution and color accuracy, factors crucial for intensive tasks and detailed visual work. However, the ASUS offers a competitive choice with a high-quality CPU, a solid GPU and a decent screen, but has lower RAM and a less dynamic display compared to the MSI, making it slightly less optimal for the most demanding engineering and design applications.
Software Development
8.1
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very 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
9.7
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G18 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the MSI Titan GT77 for general use, the Titan's superior resolution and brightness make it standout, offering clearer and more vibrant visuals. For engineering and design, the Titan GT77's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures more accurate color reproduction, which is essential for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which could detract from the smoothness and responsiveness required in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 5 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.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The MSI Titan GT77 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
$2,300
$4,499
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $2,300 and the MSI Titan GT77 costs $4,499.
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Key similarities
Content Creation
8.6
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Titan GT77 to be excellent for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very 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.
Portability
Poor
Poor
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and MSI Titan GT77 both have poor portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Strix G18 | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,300 | $4,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.61 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.71" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.57" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 422 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
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 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
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."
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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