Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025)
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Asus Zenbook Duo (2026) 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 Zenbook Duo (2026) leads Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) overall by 15 points (71 vs 56 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 144 Hz; brightness, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) is 600 nits brighter; battery capacity, where Asus Zenbook Duo (2026) has 99 vs 90 Wh; response time, where Asus Zenbook Duo (2026) has 0.2 vs 3 ms.
Asus Zenbook Duo (2026) leads overall
Asus Zenbook Duo (2026) · 74 overall, #19 of 94
71
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) · 66 overall, #47 of 94
56
Key differences
- Display resolutionAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 3840 × 2400 vs 2880 × 1800 px
- Refresh rateAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 240 vs 144 Hz
- BrightnessAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 600 nits brighter
- Battery capacityAsus Zenbook Duo (2026) 99 vs 90 Wh
- Response timeAsus Zenbook Duo (2026) 0.2 vs 3 ms
Scores by Category
Zenbook Duo (2026) wins 5 of 14 categories · ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) wins 4
| Category | Zenbook Duo (2026)ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +20 | |
| Performance | +80 | |
| Battery | Tie | |
| Memory | +3 | |
| Design & Weight | +80 | |
| Processor | +36 | |
| Storage | +6 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +56 | |
| Ports | +28 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | +28 | |
| Sound | Tie | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
Zenbook Duo (2026)
1.65kg
Weight
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Zenbook Duo (2026)
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Asus Zenbook Duo (2026)
- RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
- No SD card reader.
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
No notable compromises found.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 32 GB | N/A |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | No | Yes |
Storage
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 2 TB | N/A |
Display
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 14 in | 18 in29% more |
Display resolution | 2880 × 1800 px | 3840 × 2400 px |
Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 240 Hz67% more |
Response time | 0.2 ms93% less | 3 ms |
Display type | Mini LED | |
Brightness | 1,000 nits | 1,600 nits60% more |
Battery
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 99 Wh10% more | 90 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 2 | 2 |
Design & Weight
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 31.01 × 20.86 × 2.34 cm | 39.9 × 29.8 × 3.5 cm |
Weight | 1.65 kg | N/A |
Performance
| Feature | Zenbook Duo (2026) | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 36,504 | 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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