Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

qled display

fast charging support

wireless powershare feature

solid build quality

limited port selection

average graphics performance

high price point

no touchscreen option

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

high price point

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.57 cm x 19.98 cm x 1.29 cm 39.9 cm x 29.4 cm x 3.08 cm
Weight 970 g 3.1 kg
Colour Aura silver Black
DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 18"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Outdoor viewable, Quantum Dot Technology, 3 slim bezels NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, IPS-level, 89% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound AKG stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards SoundAlive Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Smart Amp Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 69.7 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, per-key RGB, 2mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
Interfaces HDMI
Thunderbolt 3
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, UFS Card) -
SOFTWARE Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (60 days trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, teamPL, Samsung Link Sharing, Live Message, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Samsung Galaxy Book Ion NP930XCJI ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Samsung DeX, Wireless PowerShare System password, Aura Sync light bar, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards IEC 61960 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Model Number - N6005W
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