HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) vs HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6)
Comparison summary
- ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG is the better value option.
- For performance ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG has a better performing processor. HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ contains more memory.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG has a lot better performing graphics card.
- ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG has a higher resolution screen (4k).
- ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG features a bigger display. For portability TUF 16″ is lighter. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- TUF 16″ has a bigger SSD.
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29)
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6)
Compare specifications
| HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) | HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6) |
|---|---|
| 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 Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) | 4k (3840 x 2160 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg) | 8.16 lbs (3.7 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 10.59 x 1.01 inches | 15.71 x 11.73 x 1.38 inches |
| (35.41 x 26.9 x 2.57 cm) | (39.9 x 29.79 x 3.51 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 14, 2026 | August 7, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,679.00 | $5,419.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,679.00 | $5,419.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 days agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29)
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6)
Compare HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ / HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG vs other gaming laptops:
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best AMD CPU, but a good amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is not the best for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only Full HD Plus resolution is not the best for the 16-inch 165 Hz screen. The 8000gb SSD storage is passable. It is light at only 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg).
HIDevolution [2026] ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608PP 16" FHD+ 165Hz IPS-Level, 2.4 GHz Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5070, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 8 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16 Core - 32 Thread Processor, 2.4 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.2 GHz), 64 MB Smart Cache w/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 16" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) WUXGA 165Hz IPS-Level Display by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU and GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--8 TB (2 x 4 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 (2 x 64 GB) GBDDR5 5600MHz system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating system: Windows 11 Home. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0HHPBT5KD
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID6) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG is an okay value Windows gaming laptop. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is fine well-suited for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a very good Intel CPU and a decent amount of memory for its price. 4k resolution is ok for the 18-inch 240 Hz display. The 1000gb SSD storage is passable leaves room for improvement. It is quite heavy at 8.16 lbs (3.7 kg).
HIDevolution [2026] ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG 18" 4K 240Hz Mini LED, 2.7 GHz Ultra 9-290HX Plus, RTX 5080, 64 GB DDR5 RAM, 1 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
Intel Core Arrow Lake Ultra 9-290HX Plus 24 Core - 24 Thread Processor, 2.7 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz), 36 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 w/ 16 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 18" 4K (3840 x 2400) WQUXGA 240Hz Mini LED Display with Stocked Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on CPU by adding Gelid GC Extreme on GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
PCIe based storage--1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--64 GB (2 x 32 GB) of fast DDR5 5600MHz dual channel system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating System: Windows 11 Home. HIDevolution Promise: Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0H822VYNL