When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the HP 250 G10, consider that the ASUS is built for high-performance tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or intensive engineering software, featuring robust graphics and processing power but comes with a higher price and may be heavier, affecting portability. The HP, on the other hand, is more budget-friendly, lighter, and suitable for general use like web browsing, office tasks, and media consumption, yet it won't handle demanding applications as well and could have shorter battery life under heavy use. 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
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
6.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a faster CPU and more RAM, which means smoother multitasking and better performance for demanding applications, along with a higher-quality screen for vibrant visuals, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 offers more portability and longer battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go use, although it has less impressive screen quality and lower performance due to a less powerful CPU and less RAM.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
5.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smooth graphics and rapid frame changes are crucial. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, with a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, doesn't provide the same level of visual fluidity or detail, which is often necessary for an optimal gaming or 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
5.8/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a superior GPU, along with a high-quality screen, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 offers less powerful components and a lower-quality display, leading to subpar performance in these specialized areas.
Content Creation
8.8/10
6.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
5.3/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and crisp visuals, while the HP 250 G10 provides a lower resolution and dimmer screen, affecting the viewing experience. For engineering and design, the ASUS has superior color accuracy, covering a wide range of color gamuts which is essential for precision work, whereas the HP falls short in displaying accurate colors. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the ASUS’s shortfall is its lower refresh rate, reducing the smoothness of motion which is crucial for these tasks, despite its higher resolution and better panel quality compared to the HP.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 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
3.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 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
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$349
$0
$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 HP 250 G10 costs $349.
"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 HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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