ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LW-G18.U95080) vs Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Comparison summary
- ASUS ROG Strix G18 is a better laptop for gaming however Studio 2 offers better value.
- For performance 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 more compact in size.
- ROG Strix G18 has a bigger SSD.
ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
Compare specifications
| ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LW-G18.U95080) | 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 5080 | GeForce RTX 4050 |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 14.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels) | 2400 x 1600 (2400 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg) | 4.37 lbs (1.98 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.74 x 11.77 x 1.26 inches | 12.7 x 9.1 x 0.87 inches |
| (39.98 x 29.9 x 3.2 cm) | (32.26 x 23.11 x 2.21 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 6, 2026 | March 29, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,699.99 | $3,499.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,699.99 | $3,499.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LW-G18.U95080)
Microsoft Surface Studio 2 14″ (Z1J-00001)
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ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G815LW-G18.U95080) summary
ASUS ROG Strix G18 is an amazing value gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card which is very good well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an excellent Intel CPU, but not that much RAM for its price. The 4000gb SSD storage is an outstanding amount. Quad HD resolution is fine for the 18-inch 240 Hz screen. It is quite hefty at 7.54 lbs (3.42 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K Gaming Laptop, 32GB DDR5 2TB, GeForce RTX 5080 | Intel Core 9 275HX(Up to 5.4GHz, 24 Cores), 18 inch 240Hz Nebula Display, Wi-Fi 7, RGB Backlit Keyboard, Windows 11 Pro
【RTX 5080 16GB—BUILT FOR SERIOUS GAMING】Powered by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB GDDR7 memory and up to 175W TGP, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 delivers high-performance graphics for AAA gaming, esports, streaming and 3D creation. DLSS 4, Multi Frame Generation and ray tracing enhance frame rates and visual realism, while the MUX Switch and Advanced Optimus help optimize performance and efficiency.
【EXPANSIVE 18″ 2.5K 240HZ NEBULA DISPLAY】See more of every game on the 18-inch ROG Nebula Display with 2560 × 1600 resolution, a spacious 16:10 aspect ratio and an ultra-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. A 3ms response time, 500-nit brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color, G-SYNC, Dolby Vision and Pantone Validation deliver fluid motion, vivid color and sharp detail.
【CORE ULTRA 9 POWER WITH 32GB DDR5】The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX combines 24 cores, 24 threads and speeds up to 5.4GHz for demanding games, livestreaming, video editing and heavy multitasking. Paired with 32GB DDR5-5600 memory, this Intel Core Ultra 9 gaming laptop runs modern games and memory-intensive applications smoothly, while Intel AI Boost accelerates supported AI workloads.
【2TB SSD STORAGE WITH FLEXIBLE UPGRADES】A massive 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast startup, responsive loading and plenty of room for large game libraries, videos and creative projects. Dual SO-DIMM slots, dual M.2 slots, PCIe Gen 5-ready support, tool-less access and the ROG Q-Latch design make future memory and storage upgrades more convenient.
【ADVANCED ROG COOLING & COMPLETE CONNECTIVITY】An end-to-end vapor chamber, Tri-Fan Technology and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal help the ROG Strix G18 sustain performance during extended gaming sessions. Dual Thunderbolt 5, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, Dolby Atmos, a 4-zone RGB keyboard, Aura light bar and Windows 11 Pro complete this powerful desktop-replacement setup.
ASIN: B0HKRD1219
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 50% 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