Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) vs Dell 14 Premium

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

  • Dell 14 Premium leads Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) overall by 12 points (69 vs 57 out of 100).
  • Key differences: refresh rate, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 240 vs 120 Hz; brightness, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) is 1,244 nits brighter; display resolution, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 3840 × 2400 vs 3200 × 2000 px; battery capacity, where Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) has 90 vs 69.5 Wh; response time, where Dell 14 Premium has 0.96 vs 3 ms.
Dell 14 Premium leads overall
Dell 14 Premium · 66 overall, #47 of 94
69
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) · 66 overall, #47 of 94
57
Key differences
  • Refresh rateAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
  • BrightnessAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 1,244 nits brighter
  • Display resolutionAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 3840 × 2400 vs 3200 × 2000 px
  • Battery capacityAsus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) 90 vs 69.5 Wh
  • Response timeDell 14 Premium 0.96 vs 3 ms

Scores by Category

14 Premium wins 7 of 14 categories · ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) wins 4

CategoryROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)14 PremiumLead
Display
+24
Performance
+80
Battery
+29
Memory
+3
Design & Weight
+82
Processor
+31
Storage
+6
Integrated Graphics
+48
Ports
+40
Connectivity
Tie
Webcam
Tie
Security
+8
Sound
+19
Input
Tie

Physical Comparison

14 Premium
1.714kg
Weight

Value for Money

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

Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)

No notable compromises found.

Dell 14 Premium

  • RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
  • No HDMI — you'll need a dongle for projectors/TVs.
  • No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Integrated graphics model
N/A

Memory

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Memory capacity
N/A
32 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable
Yes
No

Storage

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Storage capacity
N/A
1 TB

Display

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Size
18 in24% more
14.5 in
Display resolution
3840 × 2400 px
3200 × 2000 px
Refresh rate
240 Hz100% more
120 Hz
Response time
3 ms
0.96 ms68% less
Display type
Mini LED
Brightness
1,600 nits349% more
356 nits

Battery

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Battery capacity
90 Wh29% more
69.5 Wh

Ports

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
USB Type C
2
3

Design & Weight

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
Dimensions
39.9 × 29.8 × 3.5 cm
32 × 21.6 × 1.8 cm
Weight
N/A
1.714 kg

Performance

Feature
ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026)
14 Premium
PassMark CPU Mark
N/A
30,754
Active cooling
N/A
Yes

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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