ASUS

ROG Strix G18

A entry-level gaming pc for everyday users and creators, leading with RTX 5070.

43/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
RTX 5070Ryzen 932 GBWi-Fi 6E18 inch laptop
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Why we rate it

  • Above-average primary storage
  • Scores 43/100
  • Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile

Where the ROG Strix G18 wins and loses

Scored against the gaming pcs class
MemoryOverallValue414343
Memory and storage
41
Overall spec score
43
Value position
43
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Compute

CPURyzen 9
GPURTX 5070

Memory and storage

RAM32 GB
Primary storage1000 GB

Wireless

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E

Design

Form factor18

More specs

WIFIYes
Head to head

ROG Strix G18 vs ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GU405AP

Highlighted cell = better in that row
MemoryOverallValue
ROG Strix G18ROG Zephyrus G14 GU405AP
 ASUSROG Strix G18This pageASUSROG Zephyrus G14 GU405AP
Overall score43 /10043 /100
GPURTX 5070RTX 5070
CPURyzen 9Core Ultra 9
RAM32 GB32 GB
Storage1000 GB1000 GB
Who it's for

Is the ROG Strix G18 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable gaming pc for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier gaming pc is the better call.

Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the ROG Strix G18 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 43/100 against other gaming pcs, a entry-level result where the class average is around 43.

What stands out on the ROG Strix G18?

Its primary storage stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.

How does it compare to the ADMI Gaming PC Ryzen 7 5700X RTX 5070 Ti?

The ADMI Gaming PC Ryzen 7 5700X RTX 5070 Ti scores 44/100 versus this one at 43/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.