ASUS
ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black
Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025
94
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
Apple
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB
M4 Pro · 16GB · 2024
94
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black lands at 94 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB if…
- ✓Current-gen silicon
- ✓Competitive spec-for-dollar
- ✓Manufacturer warranty
ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black 94
vs 94 MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB
Score breakdown
ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black
94 cpu 94
gpu 89
display 86
battery 84
portability 81
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB
94 cpu 94
gpu 89
display 86
battery 84
portability 81
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black | MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | ▲ Core i9-14900HX | M4 Pro |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB |
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | — |
| Color | Black | — |
ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black
Pros
- +Current-gen silicon
- +Competitive spec-for-dollar
- +Manufacturer warranty
Cons
- −Battery varies by config
- −Some SKUs heavy
- −RAM often soldered
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB
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 · 512GB SSD · Black vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB
Which is better, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB? +
Both score 94 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black worth the price? +
At $3,499, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.
Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB worth the price? +
At $1,999, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.
Does ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Black or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro · 16GB 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.