ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen $2,499	Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 $3,399	MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
Overview
Brand
ASUS	Acer
Model
ROG Strix G18 (2024)	Predator Helios Neo 18 (2024)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 16GB GDDR6
RTX 4080 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	64GB DDR5-5600MHz
32GB Laptops \| 64GB Laptops
Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
2TB Laptops \| 4TB Laptops
Display
18-inch QHD (2560 x 1600), 240Hz	18-inch 2.5K IPS, 240Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Weight
2.9 kg or 6.39 lbs	3.5 kg or 7.72 lbs
Color
Black	Black
Processor
CPU
Intel Core i9-14900HX
Intel Core i9 Laptops
Cores
24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores)	24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores)
Threads
32 Threads	32 Threads
Base Clock
2.6 GHz	2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
5.4 GHz	Up to 5.8 GHz
Cache
36MB Intel Smart Cache	36MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
55W	55W
Model
	Intel Core i9-14900HX
Display
Screen Size
18 inches	18 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)	2560 x 1600 (2.5K)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Response Time
3ms
Panel Type
IPS	IPS
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits	Up to 500 nits
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, G-Sync	Anti-Glare, NVIDIA G-Sync
Aspect Ratio
	16:10
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
VRAM
12GB GDDR6	16GB GDDR6
Ray Tracing
Yes	Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Additional Features
MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 128GB
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Not specified
RAID Support
No	No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro Functionality	Yes, with Macro Functionality
RGB Customization
Yes, via ROG Aura Sync	Yes, via PredatorSense
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	AI-powered performance tuning
Performance
Cooling Technology
ROG Intelligent Cooling with Liquid Metal and Full-width Heatsink	5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fans with Liquid Metal Thermal Grease
Overclocking Support
Yes, via ROG Armoury Crate	Yes, via PredatorSense
Performance Modes
Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual	Balanced, Performance, Full Speed
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified
Battery
Capacity
90Wh	90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 7 hours (varies with usage)	Up to 6 hours (varies with usage)
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Fast Charging
Power Adapter
330W	330W
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.3	5.3
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort, Power Delivery, G-Sync), 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack	1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet	Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet
Key Travel
1.9mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support	Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support
Audio
Speakers
4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology	Stereo Speakers with DTS:X Ultra
Audio Enhancements
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Certification, AI Noise-Canceling Technology	Hi-Res Audio
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam
720p HD	1080p FHD
Privacy Shutter
No	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic	Aluminum and Plastic
Color Options
Black	Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, Aura Sync Light Bar and Rear Glow	Yes, PredatorSense customizable lighting
Dimensions
40.5 x 29.0 x 2.36 cm	Not specified
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with Liquid Metal and Full-width Heatsink	Yes, with 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fans
Software
Pre-installed ROG Armoury Crate for system control and customization	Pre-installed PredatorSense for system control and customization
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 330W	Yes, 330W
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes	Yes
Additional Accessories
32GB USB Flash Drive	8-in-1 CD/DVD Drive
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0	2024.0
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen or Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080?

Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:

Advantages of ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen:

Offers better Weight (2.9 kg or 6.39 lbs vs 3.5 kg or 7.72 lbs)

Advantages of Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080:

Offers better RAM (64GB DDR5-5600MHz vs 32GB DDR5-5600MHz)

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