ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LR-IS97) vs Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Comparison summary
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a lot better performing processor.
- ROG Strix G18 comes with Windows 11 Pro and Studio 2 with Windows.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix G18 has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ROG Strix G18 features a bigger display. For portability Studio 2 is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- ROG Strix G18 has a bigger SSD.
ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LR-IS97)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LR-IS97) | 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 | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core i7-13800H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 32gb | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | 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 11.73 x 1.26 inches | 12.7 x 9.1 x 0.87 inches |
| (39.9 x 29.79 x 3.2 cm) | (32.26 x 23.11 x 2.21 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 17, 2026 | March 29, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,199.99 | $3,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,199.99 | $3,499.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LR-IS97)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
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ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LR-IS97) 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).
ASUS ROG Strix G18 18-Inch Gaming Laptop, Intel Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti | 32 GB DDR5, 2 TB SSD, 18" 2.5K 240Hz Nebula Display, Windows 11 Pro, Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 5, RGB Backlit KB, Tri-Fan Cooling
Powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Performance：24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor up to 5.4GHz with 36MB cache and Intel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS). 32GB dual-channel DDR5 RAM + 2TB SSD handle AAA gaming, AI tasks, video editing and heavy multitasking smoothly
NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 Gaming Graphics：Equipped with GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU with 12GB GDDR7 memory, supporting ray tracing and advanced DLSS for high frame rates in modern games, 3D rendering and creative workloads
18" ROG Nebula 2.5K 240Hz / 3ms Display：18-inch WQXGA 2560×1600 16:10 Nebula screen, 500 nits brightness, 240Hz refresh rate & 3ms response time, delivers sharp, blur-free visuals for competitive gaming and content creation
ROG Tri-Fan Intelligent Cooling & Tool-less Component Access：ROG intelligent tri-fan cooling system keeps the laptop stable under heavy load. Tool-less RAM & SSD compartment access design allows convenient inspection and maintenance without screwdrivers
Full-Featured Connectivity & Premium Build：Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual Thunderbolt 5, HDMI 2.1 FRL, 2.5G LAN, 4-zone RGB chiclet backlit keyboard, IR 1080P webcam with Windows Hello, 90Wh battery, Windows 11 Pro, Eclipse Gray
ASIN: B0HN4X8RLJ
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001) summary
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