ASUS ROG Strix G18
ASUS ROG Strix G18
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GENERAL USE: Very Good—8.3/10
GAMING/AI: Excellent—9.1/10
ENG/DESIGN: Excellent—9.1/10
SOFTWARE DEV: Very Good—8.1/10
CONTENT CREATION: Very Good—8.6/10
PORTABILITY: Poor—5.6/10
BATTERY: Good—7.6/10
OVERALL SCREEN QUALITY: Very Good—8.5/10
OVERALL PERFORMANCE: Excellent—9.0/10
SIZE: 18"
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is aimed at those who need top-tier performance, particularly for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning. It has a large, high-refresh-rate display that will be beneficial for fast-paced visuals and high-end creative tasks. The inclusion of a high-powered Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4080 graphics card indicates that it can handle intensive computing demands. However, it is priced at the higher end and its size and weight may hinder portability. With substantial battery capacity, the battery life is decent but reflects the power-intensive components. It has a robust build and an array of ports, including USB-C with charging support, but the fan noise and heat management might be noticeable during heavy use. Additionally, it comes with features like a backlit keyboard, hardware ray tracing, and DLSS, enhancing its appeal for both work and play. However, keep in mind it's not the most portable option due to its size and weight. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Exceptional 3D and engineering performance
- High screen refresh for smooth visuals
- Vibrant, color-accurate display
- Robust heat management system
Cons
- Low portability due to size and weight
- Shorter battery life limits mobility
- No touchscreen capability
- Sizable investment for high-end specs
Ratings by Category
Gaming & AI:4.8
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability as well as AI performance, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
While performance (especially graphics performance) is the most important factor determining this score, we also give modest weight to screen quality, heat management, keyboard quality, and storage.
Engineering & Design:4.7
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 excels in engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, substantial RAM, and high-performance Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU, all of which can handle demanding software and multitasking with ease. Its IPS screen offers high resolution, excellent color accuracy, and a fast refresh rate, which is crucial for detailed graphic work. However, the laptop's weight and limited battery life reduce its suitability for frequent travel.
Content Creation:4.6
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, and video editing work.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
General Use Screen Quality:4.6
The general use screen score is based on the screen technology, contrast ratio, resolution, brightness, color gamut and color accuracy. This score does not take into account specialized display features for specific use cases, such as high refresh rate for gaming.
General Use:4.5
The ASUS ROG Strix G18's high-quality screen and powerful CPU and RAM make it highly capable for various general computing tasks, while the keyboard quality and speaker performance enhance its usability. However, its heaviness and limited battery life make it less suitable for those needing a laptop for on-the-go use.
Software Development:4.4
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software development.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Keyboard Quality:4.4
The Keyboard Quality score is based on the PerfectRec experts’ assessment of tactile feedback, typing comfort, keyboard reliability and typing noise.
Build Quality:4.3
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, chassis rigidity, and overall reliability.
Our assessment of build quality includes many details that are difficult to quantify.
Our laptop experts use their best judgment to produce the final score.
Battery Life:4.2
PerfectRec’s Battery Life rating is based on hours of battery life in typical usage scenarios.
Operating Noise:4.1
PerfectRec’s Operating Noise Score is based on fan noise measurements. Laptops with a fanless design, such as Macbooks, receive the maximum score.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $2,500 | ||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | ||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.6'' x 1.06'' | ||
Weight | 6.61 lbs | ||
Width | 15.71" | ||
Depth | 11.57" | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | ||
RAM | 16 GB | ||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | ||
RAM Slots | 2 | ||
Storage | 1024 GB | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 8 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | 18" | ||
Display Technology | IPS | ||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | ||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | ||
Display Brightness | 422 nits | ||
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score  | 7.8/10 | ||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | ||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | ||
Premium Business Laptop | No | ||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | ||
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | ||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | ||
Webcam | 720p | ||
Fingerprint Reader | No | ||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | ||
Number Pad | Yes | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | 2 | ||
USB-C ports | 2 | ||
USB-C Charging | Yes | ||
Display Outputs | 3 | ||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | ||
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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."
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