Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) vs Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra

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.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra 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

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra · #21 of 94

Key differences

Display resolutionMicrosoft Surface Laptop Ultra 3270 × 2180 vs 2560 × 1600 px
Refresh rateAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) 240 vs 120 Hz
WeightMicrosoft Surface Laptop Ultra 1.3 kg lighter
BrightnessAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) 200 nits brighter
Processor modelAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX vs Nvidia RTX Spark N1X

Scores by Category

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) wins 8 of 14 categories · Surface Laptop Ultra wins 3

Category	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)Surface Laptop Ultra	Lead
Display		+3
Performance		+50
Battery		+82
Memory		+15
Design & Weight		+50
Processor		+44
Storage		+9
Discrete Graphics		+91
Ports		+17
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		+10
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)Surface Laptop Ultra

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) is 1.3 kg (65%) heavier than Surface Laptop Ultra.

Value for Money

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

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)

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Surface Laptop Ultra

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)

No SD card reader.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra

No notable compromises found.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

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

Memory

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Memory capacity	32 GB	N/A
Technology
Memory upgradeable	Yes	N/A

Storage

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Storage capacity	4 TB	N/A
Socket type		N/A
PCIe version	4	N/A
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Size	18 in20% more	15 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	3270 × 2180 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	3:2
Refresh rate	240 Hz100% more	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type		N/A
Brightness	1,200 nits20% more	1,000 nits
Pen support	No	No
Touch support	No	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	79%	85%

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Number of speakers	4	4
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	N/A	2

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Battery capacity	90 Wh	N/A
Maximum charge power	380 W171% more	140 W

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	Yes	N/A

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
USB Type A	3	1
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology		N/A
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	No	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	39.9 × 29.8 × 3.2 cm	32.88 × 23.87 × 1.8 cm
Weight	3.3 kg	2 kg39% less

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Fingerprint scanner	No	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	Yes

Performance

Feature	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
PassMark CPU Mark	55,677	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	Yes
Release Date	March 31, 2025	October 16, 2026

Specification Note

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