If you're focused on high-end gaming or demanding tasks like video editing, the ASUS ROG Strix, although more expensive, offers superior performance. However, it's less portable compared to the lightweight HP Dragonfly Pro, which, while less powerful, is more suited for business users needing longer battery life and easy travel. Consider the ASUS for power-intensive uses and the HP for everyday productivity and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
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
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
8.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and HP Dragonfly Pro 14" are both very good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, excels in demanding tasks and offers a high-quality screen for detailed visuals, but it trades off portability and battery life due to its size and power consumption. The HP Dragonfly Pro, while still delivering solid performance and a quality display, focuses more on portability and extended battery life, making it a better fit for those on the move.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
6.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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 well-suited for gaming and 3D applications where these features enhance visual performance and responsiveness. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a less powerful GPU and a lower refresh rate screen, which makes it adequate for less demanding tasks, but it may not provide the same smooth and immersive experience as the ASUS for gaming or 3D work.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
7.6/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a high-end CPU, abundant RAM, and a powerful GPU, suited for demanding engineering software, along with a high-quality screen that appeals to design professionals; however, it is less portable due to its size and weight. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" offers greater portability, a quality keyboard, and less operating noise, making it a convenient choice for on-the-go use, though it may not match the ASUS's raw performance for intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
8.5/10
7.8/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.1/10
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general purposes, the ASUS laptop's display offers sharp resolution and high brightness levels, enhancing the viewing experience for everyday tasks, while the HP offers similar attributes but with a slightly less impressive brightness, making it slightly less suitable for use in very bright environments. The ASUS stands out for engineering and design work due to its vast color coverage, ensuring that professionals can see accurate colors, essential for precise design tasks; the HP, while still good, falls slightly short in this area. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, the ASUS falls behind despite its high quality display because it lacks a high refresh rate, which is crucial for a smoother visual experience in fast-paced scenes; the HP also suffers from the same limitation.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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
Very Good
18.0in
SIZE
14.0in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very 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
8.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,203
$1,400
$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 Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
"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."
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Get a great deal on the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) or the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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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