ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) vs. Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)

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Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) and Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

rgb keyboard lighting

heavyweight design

short battery life

premium price tag

limited port selection

Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

lightweight design

good processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) and Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
78 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) vs. Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm 31.82 cm x 22.55 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 2 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Eclipse grey Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 36 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Cortana Far-Field Technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.9mm travel distance, 4-Zone RGB backlight, ASUS Overstroke technology Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Slots 2 x PCI Express 4.0 (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), NVIDIA Studio drivers -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JI) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Cortana support, 0dB Ambient Cooling Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification -
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 56M
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