HP ZBook 8 G1i 16″ (BX7U7UTABA) vs ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18″
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Comparison summary
- HP ZBook 8 G1i 16″ is hands-down winner and a better deal.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18″ has a lot better performing processor.
- ZBook 8 G1i has a higher resolution screen (WQUXGA).
- ROG Strix SCAR features a bigger display. For carrying ZBook 8 G1i is lighter.
- ROG Strix SCAR has a bigger SSD.
HP ZBook 8 G1i 16″ (BX7U7UTABA)
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18″
Compare specifications
| HP ZBook 8 G1i 16″ (BX7U7UTABA) | ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 7 265H | Intel Core i9-13980HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| - | 32gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| - | GeForce RTX 4090 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18.4″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQUXGA (3840 x 2400 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 3.88 lbs (1.76 kg) | 7 lbs (3.18 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.75 x 11.5 x 1.5 inches | |
| (40 x 29.21 x 3.81 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 8000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 27, 2026 | October 17, 2023 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,103.23 | $5,809.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,103.23 | $5,809.99 |
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Compare HP ZBook 8 G1i 16″ / ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18″ vs other laptops:
HP ZBook 8 G1i 16″ (BX7U7UTABA) summary
HP ZBook 8 G1i is a decent value laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor for its price. The laptop is very lightweight at only 3.88 lbs (1.76 kg). WQUXGA resolution is great for the 16″ 120 Hz monitor. The 1000gb SSD storage is okay could be better.
HP ZBook 8 G1i 16" Mobile Workstation - WQUXGA - 120 Hz - Intel Core Ultra 7 265H - vPro Technology - 64 GB - 1 TB SSD - English Keyboard - Meteor Silver - Intel Chip - 3840 x 2400 - Windows 11 Pro -
Processor Manufacturer: Intel
Processor Type: Core Ultra 7
Processor Model: 265H
Processor Core: Hexadeca-core (16 Core)
ASIN: B0FHBBXY7N
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18″ summary
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2023. It has the GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card that is outstanding well-suited for gaming. You can play 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop doesn't have the best Intel processor plus also less RAM than competitors for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is unremarkable for the 18-inch 240 Hz monitor. The 8000gb SSD storage is decent. It is portable at only 7 lbs (3.18 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18.4" 240Hz WQXGA Gaming Laptop (Intel i9-13980HX 24-Core, GeForce RTX 4090 16GB, 32GB DDR5, 8TB PCIe SSD, RGB Backlit KYB, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6, Win11Pro)
13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX 2.20GHz Processor (upto 5.6GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 32-Threads, 8 Performance-cores) ; GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6X Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics, VR Ready .
32GB DDR5 SODIMM ; Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), Integrated Webcam, RGB Backlit Trackpad, .
18.4" Wide QXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Refresh Rate WQXGA Display; 330W Power Supply, 4-Cell 90 WHr Battery; Black Color, .
8TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 1 HDMI, Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack.
Windows 11 Pro-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from MichaelElectronics2 (Professionally upgraded by MichaelElectronics2)
ASIN: B0CL5MWLHG