ASUS ROG Strix 18″ (G18) vs Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Comparison summary
- ASUS ROG Strix 18″ is a winner for gaming while also being better priced.
- For performance ROG Strix has a lot better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
- ROG Strix comes with Windows 11 Home and Studio 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ROG Strix features a bigger display. For portability Studio 2 is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
ASUS ROG Strix 18″ (G18)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix 18″ (G18) | Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX | Intel Core i7-13800H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4050 |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 14.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) | 2400 x 1600 (2400 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 6.61 lbs (3 kg) | 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.71 x 11.57 x 1.21 inches | 12.7 x 9.1 x 0.87 inches |
| (39.9 x 29.39 x 3.07 cm) | (32.26 x 23.11 x 2.21 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 23, 2025 | March 29, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,249.00 | $3,699.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,249.00 | $3,499.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS ROG Strix 18″ (G18)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare ASUS ROG Strix 18″ / Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ vs other gaming laptops:
ASUS ROG Strix 18″ (G18) summary
ASUS ROG Strix is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is acceptable great for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an acceptable AMD CPU, but enough memory for its price. Quad HD resolution is acceptable for the 18-inch 240 Hz screen. Your 1000gb SSD storage is adequate but could be higher. It is quite easy to carry at only 6.61 lbs (3 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix G18 RTX 5070 Gaming Laptop, 18“ ROG Nebula 2.5K 240Hz/3ms, AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, NVIDIA RTX 5070 with ROG Boost, 64GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, RGB KB, ROG Cooling, Bundle with HyperX Cloud Headset
[Massive RAM and Ultra-Fast Storage] 16GB of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM for smooth, lag-free performance while running multiple applications and browser tabs simultaneously. Coupled with a 1TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD for lightning-fast boot times and data transfer speeds
[Powerful Processing] AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor (16 cores, 32 Threads, 64 MB L3 Cache, Base Frequency at 2.4 GHz, Up to 5.3 GHz at Max Turbo Frequency), paired with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU(8GB GDDR7) for superior multitasking and gaming high-performance graphics
[18-inch ROG Nebula Display] 18-inch ROG Nebula Display, 2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) , 16:10 aspect ratio, IPS-level, Anti-glare, 240Hz Refresh Rate, 3ms Response Time, Support Dolby Vision HDR
[Enhanced Connectivity and Versatility] Includes 2x USB 4.0 Type-C(40Gbps), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A(10Gbps), 1 x HDMI, 1x RJ45 LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, 1080P FHD Camera, RGB Backlit Keyboard, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth for versatile and high-speed connections to various devices and networks
[Windows 11 for Enhanced Productivity] Windows 11 Home - Supports DirectStorage, Auto HDR, and Xbox Game Pass for an optimized gaming experience
[Bundle] Bundle with HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset compatible with PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and Mobile
ASIN: B0FDX58SHF
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001) summary
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2024. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU plus also less memory than the competition for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card which is lackluster for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. Only 2400 x 1600 resolution is weak for the 14-inch 120 Hz screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is okay leaves room for improvement. It is quite heavy at 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg).
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 14.4" Tablet 2-in-1 Laptop 120 Hz Intel Core i7-13800H 32GB RAM 1TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Platinum
With 32 GB of memory, users can run many programs without losing execution
The 14.4" 2400 x 1600 screen provides a great movie watching experience
1 TB total SSD capacity for spacious storage with much faster data transfer speed than standard hard drives
18 Hours battery run time helps you stay unwired and work longer non-stop
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6 GB discrete graphic card provides excellent ability in a variety of multimedia applications and user experiences
ASIN: B0CW227NTH