Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 vs Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (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 Strix Scar 18 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 leads Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) overall by 13 points (71 vs 58 out of 100).
  • Key differences: display resolution, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 3840 × 2400 vs 2880 × 1800 px; refresh rate, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 240 vs 120 Hz; battery capacity, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 90 vs 73 Wh; response time, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 has 0.2 vs 3 ms; processor model, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 has AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 leads overall
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 · 69 overall, #37 of 94
71
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) · 66 overall, #47 of 94
58
Key differences
  • Display resolutionAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 3840 × 2400 vs 2880 × 1800 px
  • Refresh rateAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
  • Battery capacityAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 90 vs 73 Wh
  • Response timeAsus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 0.2 vs 3 ms
  • Processor modelAsus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 6 of 14 categories

CategoryROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)Lead
Display
+24
Performance
+80
Battery
+25
Memory
+3
Design & Weight
+82
Processor
+26
Storage
+9
Discrete Graphics
+70
Ports
+16
Connectivity
+18
Webcam
Tie
Security
+28
Sound
+25
Input
Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
1.5kg
Weight

Value for Money

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

ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403

ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403

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

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)

No notable compromises found.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Discrete graphics model
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop
N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics
10,392
N/A

Memory

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Memory capacity
32 GB
N/A
Technology

Storage

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Storage capacity
1 TB
N/A

Display

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Size
14 in
18 in29% more
Display resolution
2880 × 1800 px
3840 × 2400 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
240 Hz100% more
Response time
0.2 ms93% less
3 ms
Display type
Mini LED
Brightness
N/A
1,600 nits

Battery

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Battery capacity
73 Wh
90 Wh23% more

Design & Weight

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Weight
1.5 kg
N/A

Performance

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
PassMark CPU Mark
29,126
N/A
Active cooling
Yes
N/A

Specification Note

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

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