Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

vibrant amoled display

strong performance

fast charging support

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

average speaker quality

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.44 cm x 19.98 cm x 1.12 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 870 g 3.1 kg
Colour Silver Black
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - AMOLED 18"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features - NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 36 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Auto framing -
Sound AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name Pro keyboard -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces Thunderbolt 4
USB-C
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Live Message, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Screen Recorder, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Samsung Security Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book2 Pro ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - N6005W
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