First, let's look at some points to consider when choosing a PC.
This article summarizes the ASUS ROG gaming laptop released in 2023.
We have also created a table to make comparisons easier, so please refer to it if you are considering purchasing one.
First, for those who are not familiar with PCs, I will write about the points to consider when choosing a PC.
CPU and GPU become the benchmark for performance
The CPU and GPU are the performance criteria when choosing a PC.
The mainstream CPUs are the Intel Core series and the AMD Ryzen series. These two are the mainstream, but Ryzen has only become popular in the last few years, so I think there are still not many users who buy PCs equipped with it.
GPUs are an important component for reproducing images and videos. NVIDIA's GeForce RTX and AMD's Radeon are famous.
Generally, the higher the numbers after the CPU and GPU product name, the better the performance and the higher the price.
If the memory capacity is small, the operation of the browser etc. will become slow.
Furthermore, memory capacity is also important. If the memory capacity is small, even the browser will run slowly. Excel and Word may not work properly.
Choose a memory card with a minimum capacity of 16GB or more.
If you expect to have a lot of data, choose a larger SSD.
When it comes to SSDs for storing various data, if you have the budget, it is better to choose one that is a little larger.
If you store a variety of data such as images, videos, and games on your SSD and most of the capacity is used up, your PC may start to slow down. Even if your PC doesn't run slowly, you may run into problems such as not having enough space for a new game you want to install, and you may have to go through the trouble of organizing your data.
A storage capacity of at least 512GB is recommended, but if you have the budget, it is better to purchase something with a larger capacity.
ROG Strix Series
The 2023 model of ROG Strix is as shown in the table below.
Even if the series is the sameThere are several models with different specificationsSo please be careful.
Depending on the model, memory can be expanded.
Series/Model | number of inches | CPU | GPU | memory | SSD | refresh rate | weight |
Strix G16 (2023)G614 | 16 | Core i7 Core i9 | RTX4070 RTX4080 | 16GB 32GB | 512GB 1TB | 165Hz 240Hz | 2.5kg |
Strix Scar 16 (2023) G634 | 16 | Core i9 | RTX4080 RTX4090 | 32GB | 1TB | 240HZ | 2.5kg |
Strix G17 (2023) G713 | 17.3 | Ryzen 9 | RTX4060 RTX4070 | 16GB 32GB | 1TB | 240Hz | 2.8kg |
Strix Scar 17 (2023) G733 | 17.3 | Ryzen 9 | RTX4090 | 32GB | 1TB | 240Hz | 3.0kg |
Strix G18 (2023) G814 | 18 | Core i7 Core i9 | RTX4060 RTX4070 | 16GB 32GB | 512GB 1TB | 165Hz 240Hz | 3.0kg |
Strix Scar 18 (2023) G834 | 18 | Core i9 | RTX4080 RTX4090 | 32GB | 1TB 2TB | 240Hz | 3.1kg |
The CPU is Core i7 or higher, and the GPU is in the RTX 4000 series, making it quite high performance.
The 512GB SSD model may not be suitable for those who want to keep multiple games installed.
The lightest model weighs just 2.5kg, which is heavier than a regular laptop.
ROG Zephyrus Series
The 2023 models of the ROG Zephyrus series are as shown in the table below.
Even if the series is the sameThere are several models with different specificationsSo please be careful.
Depending on the model, memory can be expanded.
Series/Model | number of inches | CPU | GPU | memory | SSD | refresh rate | weight |
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) GA402 | 14 | Ryzen 7 Ryzen 9 Ryzen 9 | RTX3050 RTX4060 RTX4080 | 16GB 32GB | 512GB 1TB | 144Hz 165Hz | 1.65kg 1.72kg |
ROG Zephyrus duo 16 (2023) GX650 | Main 16 Second 14 | Ryzen 9 | RTX4090 | 32GB | 2TB | Main 240Hz Second 60Hz | 2.69kg |
ROG Zephyrus M16 (2023) GU604 | 16 | Core i9 | RTX4070 RTX4090 | 32GB | 1TB 2TB | 240Hz | 2.3kg |
The GA402 is available in two colors, black and white. Even if you search various manufacturers and brands, there are few products that come in white, so if you like white, be sure to check it out.
duo seriesThe is characterized by having a second display above the keyboard. However, the disadvantage is that the main body is larger and heavier because of the display.
The GX650 and GU604 are very high spec products. The display also supports 240Hz, making it possible to play games very smoothly.
The GU604 is the only one with a Core i9 CPU. It seems that there are some software that is not compatible with AMD's Ryzen, so if you want more stable operation, it is better to choose Intel's Core.
ROG Flow Series
The 2023 models of the ROG Flow series are as shown in the table below.
Even if the series is the sameThere are several models with different specificationsSo please be careful.
Series/Model | number of inches | CPU | GPU | memory | SSD | refresh rate | weight |
ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02 GZ301VIC | 13.4 | Core i9 | RTX4070 | 32GB | 1TB | 165Hz | 1.7kg |
ROG Flow X13 (2023) GV302 | 13.4 | Ryzen 9 | Radeon (built into CPU) RTX4050 RTX4060 RTX4070 | 16GB 32GB | 512GB 1TB | 120Hz 165Hz | 1.35kg |
ROG Flow Z13 (2023) GZ301 | 13.4 | Core i9 | RTX2050 RTX4050 RTX4060 | 16GB | 512GB 1TB | 165Hz | 1.5kg |
The ROG Flow is characterized by its touch screen.
You can turn it into a tablet-like device by removing the keyboard.
It seems that they have tried to make the phone lighter by making the screen smaller in order to take advantage of this feature.
However, it seems to be a little inferior in specs compared to other models in the series.
If you want something compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, this series is recommended.
lastly
ROG is a famous ASUS brand, so the price is quite high, but there is no doubt about the performance.
Looking at the CPUs and GPUs on this list, many of them are high-end models among gaming PCs.
However, since what is written here is a laptop, I think that not only the specs but also the weight will be an important point, so you need to be careful.
If you want something lighter, you'll need to choose one with a slightly smaller screen.
I hope this will be helpful for those who are considering purchasing a gaming PC.
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