ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
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| Overview | ||
| Brand | ||
| ASUS | GIGABYTE | |
| Model | ||
| ROG Strix G18 (2024) | AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH | |
| Graphics | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
| RTX 4080 Laptops | RTX 5070 Laptops | ||
| RAM | ||
| 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | |
| 32GB Laptops | ||
| Storage | ||
| 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| 2TB Laptops | ||
| Display | ||
| 18-inch QHD (2560 x 1600), 240Hz | 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz | |
| Operating System | ||
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | |
| Weight | ||
| 2.9 kg or 6.39 lbs | 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs | |
| Color | ||
| Black | Gray Tide | |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | ||
| Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) | |
| Intel Core i9 Laptops | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops | ||
| Cores | ||
| 24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores) | 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores) | |
| Threads | ||
| 32 Threads | 24.0 | |
| Base Clock | ||
| 2.6 GHz | 2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core) | |
| Max Turbo Boost | ||
| 5.4 GHz | Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency) | |
| Cache | ||
| 36MB Intel Smart Cache | 36MB L3 Cache | |
| TDP | ||
| 55W | 55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU) | |
| Architecture | ||
| Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra) | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing. | ||
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | ||
| 18 inches | 16 inches (40.64 cm) | |
| Resolution | ||
| 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | |
| Refresh Rate | ||
| 240Hz | 165Hz | |
| Response Time | ||
| 3ms | 3ms | |
| Panel Type | ||
| IPS | IPS Display, Anti-Glare | |
| Color Gamut | ||
| 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB | |
| Brightness | ||
| Up to 500 nits | 400 nits (typical) | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Anti-Glare, G-Sync | G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm) | |
| Aspect Ratio | ||
| 16:10 | ||
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
| VRAM | ||
| 12GB GDDR6 | 8GB GDDR7 | |
| Ray Tracing | ||
| Yes | Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | |
| DLSS Support | ||
| Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3 | Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | |
| Additional Features | ||
| MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus | NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only) | |
| Architecture | ||
| NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | ||
| TGP | ||
| 115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost) | ||
| Memory | ||
| RAM Type | ||
| DDR5 | DDR5 | |
| RAM Speed | ||
| 5600MHz | 5600MHz | |
| Expandable Memory | ||
| Yes, up to 64GB | Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots) | |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage | ||
| 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| Secondary Storage Options | ||
| Not specified | 1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot available (Total 2x M.2 slots), supports up to 4TB total storage. | |
| RAID Support | ||
| No | Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations. | |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Dedicated Gaming Keys | ||
| Yes, with Macro Functionality | Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard. | |
| RGB Customization | ||
| Yes, via ROG Aura Sync | 3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector). | |
| Game Optimization | ||
| AI-powered performance tuning | GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling. | |
| Performance | ||
| Cooling Technology | ||
| ROG Intelligent Cooling with Liquid Metal and Full-width Heatsink | WINDFORCE Infinity (Dual 84-blade Fans, 5x High-coverage Heat Pipes, 0.1mm Thin Fins, 3D VortX Air-Channeling with 4-way outlets, Keyboard & D-cover Inlets, Icy Touch Design, 0dB Ambient Experience via GiMATE) | |
| Overclocking Support | ||
| Yes, via ROG Armoury Crate | Yes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms) | |
| Performance Modes | ||
| Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual | Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available. | |
| Benchmark Scores | ||
| Not specified | Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte. | |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | ||
| 90Wh | 99Wh Battery Capacity | |
| Backup Time | ||
| Up to 7 hours (varies with usage) | Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop. | |
| Charging Type | ||
| Fast Charging | Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support. | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| 330W | 240W AC Adapter | |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | ||
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2) | |
| Bluetooth | ||
| 5.3 | 5.4 | |
| Ports | ||
| 1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort, Power Delivery, G-Sync), 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack | 1x Thunderbolt™ 5 (Type C, DP 2.1 and PD 3.0), 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x Power-adapter port | |
| Ethernet | ||
| RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | ||
| Keyboard & Touchpad | ||
| Keyboard Type | ||
| Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet | 3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover | |
| Key Travel | ||
| 1.9mm | 1.7mm key travel | |
| N-Key Rollover | ||
| Yes | N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting | |
| Touchpad Features | ||
| Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support | Multi-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area | |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | ||
| 4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology | 2x 2W Speakers | |
| Audio Enhancements | ||
| Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Certification, AI Noise-Canceling Technology | Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones | |
| Dedicated Audio Jack | ||
| Yes, 3.5mm combo jack | Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack) | |
| Camera | ||
| Webcam | ||
| 720p HD | FHD 1080p IR Camera | |
| Privacy Shutter | ||
| No | No | |
| Enhancements | ||
| Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in | ||
| Build & Design | ||
| Material | ||
| Aluminum and Plastic | Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo. | |
| Color Options | ||
| Black | Gray Tide | |
| RGB Lighting | ||
| Yes, Aura Sync Light Bar and Rear Glow | 3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector) | |
| Dimensions | ||
| 40.5 x 29.0 x 2.36 cm | 26 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D) / 1.02 x 14.05 x 10 inches | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area. | ||
| Special Features | ||
| Virtual Reality Ready | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Advanced Cooling | ||
| Yes, with Liquid Metal and Full-width Heatsink | Yes (WINDFORCE Infinity with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins) | |
| Software | ||
| Pre-installed ROG Armoury Crate for system control and customization | Windows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello. | |
| Upgrade-Friendly Design | ||
| Expandable RAM (up to 64GB), Dual-slot PCIe 4.0 SSDs (up to 4TB). | ||
| AI PC Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU, GIGABYTE GiMATE AI Agent, Embedded LLM for AI tasks. | ||
| Box Contents | ||
| Laptop | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| Yes, 330W | Yes, 240W AC Adapter | |
| User Manual | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Warranty Card | ||
| Yes | Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee | |
| Additional Accessories | ||
| 32GB USB Flash Drive | None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories. | |
| Launch Date | ||
| Release Date | ||
| 2024.0 | 2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025) | |
| Status | ||
| Available | Available | |
Which is Better: ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen or GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)?
Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:
Advantages of ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen:
- Offers better Weight (2.9 kg or 6.39 lbs vs 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs)
- Offers better Refresh Rate (240Hz vs 165Hz)
Advantages of GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX):
- Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080)
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
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