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ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver — Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025
ASUS

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver

Core i9-14900HX · 16GB · 2025

94
/ 100
From $3,499
VS
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — M4 Pro · Mini-LED ProMotion · 1.55 kg
Apple

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

M4 Pro · Mini-LED ProMotion · 1.55 kg

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 · Silver lands at 94 and MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro at 94. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver if…

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

Pick MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro if…

  • ✓Best perf-per-watt portable workstation
  • ✓Mini-LED 1600-nit HDR display
  • ✓Best-in-class speakers
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Winner by scenario

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

Performance

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on gpu (92 vs 89).

Battery life

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Unplugged endurance for travel and campus

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on battery (92 vs 84).

Display

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Panel quality for creative and media work

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro leads on display (96 vs 86).

Value for money

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro more score per dollar ($1,999 vs $3,499).

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver 94
vs
94 MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Score breakdown

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver
94
cpu 94
gpu 89
display 86
battery 84
portability 81
design 0
build 0
MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro
94
cpu 96
gpu 92
display 96
battery 92
portability 0
design 96
build 96

Specs side-by-side

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver versus MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — full spec comparison
Spec ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro
CPU
▲ Core i9-14900HX
Apple M4 Pro (12-core CPU)
RAM
16GB
▲ 24 / 48 GB unified
Release year
2025
—
Storage
512GB SSD
512 GB / 1 / 2 / 4 TB
Color
Silver
—
Display
—
14.2″ Mini-LED Liquid Retina XDR, 120Hz
GPU
—
16-core GPU
Battery
—
72.4 Wh
Weight
—
1.55 kg

ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver

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

Pros
  • +Best perf-per-watt portable workstation
  • +Mini-LED 1600-nit HDR display
  • +Best-in-class speakers
Cons
  • −8 GB base RAM gone — but storage upgrades pricey
  • −No OLED option
  • −Notch in display

FAQ: ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver vs MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro

Which is better, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro? +

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 · Silver worth the price? +

At $3,499, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Is MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro worth the price? +

At $1,999, MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Does ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro 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 better for performance, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — leads on gpu (92 vs 89). CPU + GPU muscle for demanding work.

Which is better for battery life, ROG Strix SCAR 18 · 16GB · 512GB SSD · Silver or MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro? +

MacBook Pro 14 M4 Pro — leads on battery (92 vs 84). Unplugged endurance for travel and campus.