HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P) vs HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID7P)
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 more compact in size.
- TUF 16″ has a bigger SSD.
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P)
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID7P)
Compare specifications
| HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P) | HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID7P) |
|---|---|
| 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 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 16000gb SSD | 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 4, 2026 | August 15, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $8,509.00 | $5,849.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $8,509.00 | $5,849.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 1 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P)
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID7P)
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-HID30P) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It doesn't come with the top AMD CPU, but a good amount of memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card which is poor for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Your 16000gb SSD storage is a superb amount. Just Full HD Plus resolution is mediocre for the 16″ 165 Hz screen. It is lightweight 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, 16 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro
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--16 TB (2 x 8 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 Pro--installed by HIDevolution. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0HHPBQNKP
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG (G835LWG-DB96-HID7P) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835LWG is a decently priced gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card which is good great for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an impressive Intel CPU and decent memory for its price. 4k resolution is adequate for the 18-inch 240 Hz monitor. Your 2000gb SSD storage is satisfactory could be better. It is quite bulky 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, 2 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro
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
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--2 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 Pro--installed by HIDevolution. HIDevolution Promise: Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0H82NBYNH