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Updated February 26, 2024·
When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5, consider that the ASUS typically offers higher performance for gaming and intensive tasks but may be heavier and have less battery life, which affects portability. The Gigabyte, while still capable for general use and moderate gaming, may offer better battery life and easier transport. For heavy-duty tasks, like 3D design or machine learning, the higher performance of the ASUS could be more beneficial, but for everyday tasks and occasional gaming, the Gigabyte could suffice and be more convenient to carry around. 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
- Very good for content creation
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
- The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024).
Key differences
General Use
8.7
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its superior CPU and RAM, excels in demanding tasks and offers a high-quality screen, yet sacrifices portability and battery life due to its gaming-oriented design. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 5, while still good for general use, might not handle intensive tasks as smoothly, but is easier to carry around and likely has a longer battery life, making it more suitable for users who prioritize mobility and all-day usage.
Gaming and AI
8.7
7.9
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is favored for gaming and 3D applications due to its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, ensuring smoother visuals and better overall gaming performance. While the Gigabyte Aorus 5 also supports gaming and 3D tasks well, its GPU and screen refresh rate are not as advanced, offering less fluidity in fast-paced scenes and a less impressive visual experience compared to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
9.2
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts top-of-the-line CPU, GPU, and ample RAM, delivering exceptional performance for demanding engineering software, along with a high-quality screen for detailed visuals; however, it's less portable due to its size and weight. The Gigabyte Aorus 5, while still offering good processing power and screen quality, provides a balance between performance and portability, making it easier to carry around, though it may not handle intense workloads as smoothly as the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.8
7.6
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
8.5
7.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Gigabyte Aorus 5 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
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 5 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 likely has a high-resolution display with a wide color gamut and brightness, making it excellent for tasks like photo editing or CAD applications, but its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for the fast-paced visuals common in gaming and 3D applications. Conversely, the Gigabyte Aorus 5 also provides good color accuracy and resolution, important for precision in engineering and design work, but it too falls short in the refresh rate department, affecting the smoothness needed for gaming and 3D rendering. For general use, both laptops offer clear, sharp images and good visibility in various lighting conditions, which contribute to a satisfying user experience for everyday tasks.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 5 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.
Portability
Poor
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
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Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and Gigabyte Aorus 5 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,300
$2,359
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,300 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5 costs $2,359.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and the Gigabyte Aorus 5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) | Gigabyte Aorus 5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,300 | $2,359 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.61 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.71" | 14" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.57" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 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 | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 422 nits | 280 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 8/10 | |
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 (2024)
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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 5
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Vincent Chang | June 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 5 SE4 is a capable mainstream gaming notebook that will run the latest PC games with aplomb. However, it's not your stereotypical flashy gaming PC. Gigabyte has added some interesting tweaks. For example, the webcam placement and its Microsoft Azure AI tool — to automatically switch between power modes — are unusual for this genre. But more importantly, the pricing is fairly competitive and reasonable."
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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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