ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) and ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

customizable rgb lighting

ample storage options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) and ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 3 kg
Colour Transparent silver Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 18"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD 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
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 1.9mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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)
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months), Aura Creator, NVIDIA Studio drivers, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814JI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula Display, Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Extreme, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - N6070W
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