Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) vs Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) leads overall

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) · #4 of 94

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) · #29 of 94

Key differences

Refresh rateAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) 240 vs 120 Hz
Display resolutionAsus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px
Battery capacityAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) 90 vs 73 Wh
SizeAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) 18 vs 14 in
Memory upgradeableAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) only

Scores by Category

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) wins 8 of 14 categories · ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) wins 2

Category	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)	Lead
Display		Tie
Performance		+80
Battery		+21
Memory		+15
Design & Weight		+100
Processor		+14
Storage		+9
Discrete Graphics		+91
Ports		+4
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		+17
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)

3.3kg

Weight

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)

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ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)

No SD card reader.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Dedicated GPU	Yes	Yes
Discrete graphics model		N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	24,599	N/A

Memory

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Memory capacity	32 GB	32 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	Yes	No

Storage

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Storage capacity	4 TB	N/A
Socket type
PCIe version	4	4
Storage upgradeable	Yes	N/A

Display

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Size	18 in29% more	14 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	2880 × 1800 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:10
Refresh rate	240 Hz100% more	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness	1,200 nits9% more	1,100 nits
Pen support	No	N/A
Touch support	No	N/A
Screen-to-body ratio	79%	—

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Number of speakers	4	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	N/A	N/A

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Battery capacity	90 Wh23% more	73 Wh
Maximum charge power	380 W52% more	250 W

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	Yes	N/A

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
USB Type A	3	2
USB Type C	2	2
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	No	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	39.9 × 29.8 × 3.2 cm	N/A
Weight	3.3 kg	N/A

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
Fingerprint scanner	No	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	Yes

Performance

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026)
PassMark CPU Mark	55,677	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	N/A
Release Date	March 31, 2025	May 22, 2026

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.