When choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the HP Omen 16, consider that the ASUS is likely to offer superior performance, particularly for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning, due to typically higher-end components. However, it's also usually more expensive, heavier, and has shorter battery life, making it less portable. If your budget is limited, or if you prioritize portability and longer use on a single charge, the HP Omen 16 might be the more balanced choice, still providing decent performance for general use and moderate engineering tasks. 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 software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
The HP Omen 16 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024).
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
7.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 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 HP Omen 16 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18, with its high-end CPU and RAM, excels in screen quality and performance for demanding tasks, making it a strong performer for general use despite being less portable and having shorter battery life. The HP Omen 16, on the other hand, balances adequate CPU and RAM for general tasks with better portability and battery life, but may not match the ASUS in raw power or display fidelity.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
8.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and HP Omen 16 are both very good for gaming and AI, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a top-tier GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications that demand fluid visuals and rapid response, while the HP Omen 16 provides robust gaming performance with a slightly less powerful GPU and a commendable refresh rate, alongside a quality CPU and screen that balance performance with cost. With the ASUS, you pay more for the cutting-edge experience, but with HP, you get a balance of good gaming capability and value.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
8.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the HP Omen 16 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 packs a more robust CPU, RAM, and GPU setup which provides superior performance in resource-intensive tasks like engineering software and 3D design, and it also offers a high-quality screen that enhances visual clarity. In contrast, the HP Omen 16, while also well-equipped, may not match the sheer performance level of the ASUS but offers better portability, quieter operation, and a more comfortable keyboard, which could benefit users who value a balance between performance and comfort.
Content Creation
8.8/10
7.8/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
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 HP Omen 16 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
7.6/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
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 HP Omen 16 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
7.6/10
18.0in
SIZE
16.1in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a high-resolution display and excellent brightness, making it well-suited for general tasks and detailed engineering work where clarity and color accuracy are key. However, its lower refresh rate detracts from a smooth gaming experience, particularly in fast-paced 3D games where fluid motion is critical. In contrast, while the HP Omen 16 also provides a crisp, bright picture for everyday use and design tasks, its similarly limited refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming, despite having an adequate resolution and panel type for other uses.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 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
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
16.1in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen 16 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,203
$1,100
$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 Omen 16 costs $1,100.
"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 Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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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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