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ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray

Name: ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray
Brand: ASUS
SKU: rog-strix-scar-18-16gb-256gb-ssd-space-gray

Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025

/ 100

From $3,499

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD wins by 1

Apple

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD

M4 Pro · 16GB · 2024 · 1TB SSD

/ 100

From $2,699

Specdex verdict

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray lands at 94 and MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD at 95. That puts MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray if…

✓Current-gen silicon
✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
✓Manufacturer warranty

Pick MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD if…

✓Current-gen silicon
✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
✓Manufacturer warranty

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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Performance

Tie

CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Battery life

Tie

Unplugged endurance for travel and campus

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Portability

Tie

Weight, size, and carry-everywhere comfort

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Display

Tie

Panel quality for creative and media work

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD more score per dollar ($2,699 vs $3,499).

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray 94

95 MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD

Score breakdown

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray

cpu 94

gpu 89

display 86

battery 84

portability 81

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD

cpu 95

gpu 90

display 86

battery 85

portability 80

Specs side-by-side

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ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray versus MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD — full spec comparison
Spec	ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray	MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD
CPU	▲ Core i9-14900HX	M4 Pro
RAM	16GB	16GB
Release year	2025	2024
Storage	▲ 256GB SSD	1TB SSD
Color	Space Gray	—

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray

Pros

+Current-gen silicon
+Competitive spec-for-dollar
+Manufacturer warranty

Cons

−Battery varies by config
−Some SKUs heavy
−RAM often soldered

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD

Pros

+Current-gen silicon
+Competitive spec-for-dollar
+Manufacturer warranty

Cons

−Battery varies by config
−Some SKUs heavy
−RAM often soldered

FAQ: ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray vs MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD

Which is better, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray or MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD? +

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray worth the price? +

At $3,499, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Is MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD worth the price? +

At $2,699, MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in cpu.

Does ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray or MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 256GB SSD · Space Gray or MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD? +

MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro · 16GB · 1TB SSD — more score per dollar ($2,699 vs $3,499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.