If you prioritize gaming or demanding tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 suits your needs but at the expense of higher cost and less portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a balance of price, everyday performance, and easier handling, with an OLED screen for vibrant visuals, making it ideal for general use and media consumption. However, it may fall short in battery life and is not as well-suited for heavy computational tasks. Choose based on your primary activities and the importance of mobility versus power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, making it excellent for demanding tasks and multitasking, complemented by a superior screen quality for crisp visuals, although its size and battery consumption compromise portability and battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a balance with a quality screen for everyday use, adequate performance thanks to its CPU and RAM, and better portability and battery life, but it doesn't quite match the ROG's raw power for intensive workloads.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it an excellent choice for immersive gaming and smooth 3D experiences. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a capable GPU and high-quality OLED screen but with a lower refresh rate, which still delivers good gaming and 3D performance but may not be as fluid or visually striking as the Strix G18.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
8.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its top-tier CPU, abundant RAM, and powerful GPU excels in demanding engineering tasks and offers a high-quality screen, which might be less portable and could have a louder operating noise. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, while still providing good performance components and an excellent screen, is lighter and quieter, making it a better option for those prioritizing portability and a less intrusive work environment.
Content Creation
8.8/10
8.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both very good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is somewhat better.
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
8.5/10
7.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 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
8.9/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED's high resolution and brightness, combined with an OLED panel capable of displaying deep blacks and vibrant colors, make it excellent for general use and engineering, where visual accuracy is critical. While the ASUS ROG Strix G18 also offers a high-quality display that's suitable for general tasks and engineering with good color representation, its screen is not optimized for gaming or 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate. For gaming and 3D rendering, a screen with a high refresh rate is essential for smooth motion, and both these laptops fall short in that aspect, which makes them less suitable for those specific needs.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 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
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$990
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED costs $990.
"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 Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean 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.
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