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ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 narrowly beats the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra in the gaming laptops category, especially in display quality (240Hz vs 120Hz), scoring 50 vs 42. If you want the better overall gaming laptops, ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 is the recommended choice.
Picking ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 over Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra means trading these off.
Scores are relative within the gaming laptopscategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.
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| Spec | ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96W | Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i9 | Intel Core i7-13700H |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 4070 | NVIDIA RTX 4050 |
| Display | 18"✓ | 16" |
| Display Type | IPS | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh Rate | 240Hz✓ | 120Hz |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Storage | 512GB | 1024GB✓ |
| Battery | 90Wh | — |
| Battery Life | 6hrs | 8hrs✓ |
| Charging | 240W | 240W |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Dimensions | 354x254x21 mm | 360 x 250 x 15 mm |
| Weight | 3100g | 1600g✓ |
| Colors | Black | Silver |
| Price | 1700$✓ | 1999$ |
Buy ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 if…
Buy the ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
Buy Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra if…
The Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 narrowly beats the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra in the gaming laptops category, especially in display quality (240Hz vs 120Hz), scoring 50 vs 42. If you want the better overall gaming laptops, ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 is the recommended choice.
Yes, ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 scores higher overall (45 vs 28).
ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 is cheaper at $1700 vs $1999 for the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra.
Buy the ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 if you want the best performance in this comparison. It scores higher overall and is the recommended choice for most buyers.
The Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.
Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra lasts longer with 8 hours vs 6 hours for the other.
ASUS Rog Strix G18 G814fp-ws96 has the larger display (18" vs 16").
Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra is lighter at 1600g vs 3100g.
Reviewed by VersusMatrix Editorial Team
Last updated: April 25, 2026
Methodology: AI-powered analysis of technical specifications from manufacturer data. Scores are calculated by comparing products across multiple dimensions and normalized relative to the full category database. Our editorial process is independent and not influenced by affiliate partnerships.