EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 16″ (Stealth) vs ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ (af1fdd5b-edac-4303-be66-8db5710c316b)
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Comparison summary
- 2026 MSI is the better value option.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ has a lot better performing processor. 2026 MSI has more memory.
- ROG Strix Scar AI has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 Home that is in 2026 MSI.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix Scar AI has a lot better graphics card.
- 2026 MSI has a higher resolution screen (Quad HD Plus).
- ROG Strix Scar AI features a bigger display. For carrying 2026 MSI is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- ROG Strix Scar AI has a bigger SSD.
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 16″ (Stealth)
ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ (af1fdd5b-edac-4303-be66-8db5710c316b)
Compare specifications
| EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 16″ (Stealth) | ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ (af1fdd5b-edac-4303-be66-8db5710c316b) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 386H | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 96gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Quad HD Plus (3200 x 1800 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.39 lbs (1.99 kg) | 7.05 lbs (3.2 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 9.69 x 0.79 inches | 15.85 x 11.85 x 1.4 inches |
| (35.41 x 24.61 x 2.01 cm) | (40.26 x 30.1 x 3.56 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 2x 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 15, 2026 | May 1, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,199.00 | $6,359.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,199.00 | $6,359.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 51 min agoOnly 1 new offer left DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 h agoOnly 1 new offer left DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. |
Laptop Dimensions
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 16″ (Stealth)
ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ (af1fdd5b-edac-4303-be66-8db5710c316b)
Compare EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 16″ / ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ vs other gaming laptops:
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 16″ (Stealth) summary
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best Intel processor, but a decent amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5060 GPU that is not the best well-suited for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Quad HD Plus resolution is good for the 16″ 240 Hz screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is good leaves room for improvement. It is very light at only 4.39 lbs (1.99 kg).
EXCaliberPC [2026] MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WF-002US (Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, 96GB RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 16" QHD+ OLED, Windows 11) Gaming Laptop
Display: 16" QHD+ (2560x1600) OLED, 240hz, 100% DCI-P3
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 386H 16 Cores (1.6GHz-4.9GHz, 18MB Intel Smart Cache)
RAM: 96GB (2x 48GB) DDR5 Memory | Hard Drive: 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Home | Warranty: 1-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor (include 1 Year Global Warranty) + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0HFSSNSY2
ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI 18″ (af1fdd5b-edac-4303-be66-8db5710c316b) summary
ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card that is acceptable well-suited for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a reasonable Intel processor, but enough RAM for its price. Just WQXGA resolution is underwhelming for the 18-inch 240 Hz monitor. The 2x 2000gb SSD storage is reasonable leaves room for improvement. It is light at only 7.05 lbs (3.2 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix Scar AI Gaming Laptop 18" 240Hz Mini LED WQXGA Display | (Intel Ultra 9-275HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 2x2TB SSD, RGB KB, Win 11 Pro) w/DKZ USB Port Expander
18" Mini LED WQXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Display; 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, Webcam, RGB KB Standard Keyboard
14th Gen Ultra 9- 275HX 2.70GHz Processor (upto 5.4GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores); NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics, VR Ready
64GB DDR5 SODIMM; 380W PSU, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Off Black Color
2x2TB PCIe NVMe SSD (4TB available storage); HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 5, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)
[Includes] Authorized Dockztorm Portable USB Hub(Portable Dockztorm Data Hub;Data Rate up to 5Gbps)
ASIN: B0FCDN2L5D