MacBook Pro 15” (2018) vs. 2019 ROG Strix G17: Full specs comparison
We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the MacBook Pro 15” (2018) and 2019 ROG Strix G17 models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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MacBook Pro 15” (2018) Pros
Reasons that MacBook Pro 15” (2018) is better than 2019 ROG Strix G17.
About 36% lighter
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) weighed 4.02 pounds, 36% lighter than the 6.28 pounds 2019 ROG Strix G17.
| Weight | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
|---|---|---|
| Pound | 4.02 lbs. | 6.28 lbs. |
| Kilogram | 1.82 kg | 2.85 kg |
2019 ROG Strix G17 Pros
Reasons that 2019 ROG Strix G17 is better than MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
Newer manufacturing
2019 vs. 2018
Supports faster memory
The 2019 ROG Strix G17 supports a faster memory speed than the MacBook Pro 15” (2018). It supports up to 2666MHz versus 2400MHz of system memory on the MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
Memory type and speed
2019 ROG Strix G17 - DDR4
2,666 MHz
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) - DDR4
2,400 MHz
Upgradable storage
The 2019 ROG Strix G17 comes with a single removable M.2 SSD slot that you can replace and upgrade in the future. On top of that, it also has a single SATA slot that users can use to install a 2.5-inch SATA SSD, SSHD, or a hard disk drive to add even more storage.
| Slots | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
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| M.2 | Onboard | Yes x1 |
12% larger display
The 2019 ROG Strix G17 has a 17.3-inch screen size 12% larger than the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro 15” (2018).
Display size
2019 ROG Strix G17
17.3-inch
MacBook Pro 15” (2018)
15.4-inch
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between MacBook Pro 15” (2018) and 2019 ROG Strix G17.
Similar CPU performance
Both laptops has a similar multi-core CPU performance score.
Geekbench 5 multi-core score
2019 ROG Strix G17 - Intel Core i7-9750H
4,880
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) - Intel Core i9-8950HK
4,806
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) - Intel Core i7-8850H
4,497
MacBook Pro 15” (2018) - Intel Core i7-8750H
4,470
2019 ROG Strix G17 - Intel Core i5-9300H
3,308
Supports the same maximum memory size of up to 32GB
Both laptops supports up to 32GB of system memory.
Max system memory size
MacBook Pro 15” (2018)
32 GB
2019 ROG Strix G17
32 GB
Prices
Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.
Availability | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Released | 2018 | 2019 |
| Release Date | Announced on July 13, 2018 | - |
| Pricing |
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| Applicable Models | - |
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Exterior | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Size Comparison | MacBook Pro 15” (2018)2019 ROG Strix G17 | |
| Dimensions | 13.75” x 9.48” x 0.61” (349.3 mm x 240.7 mm x 155 mm) |
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| Weight | Starting at 4.02 pounds (1.83 kg) | 6.28 lbs (2.85 kg) |
| Colors | Space Gray Silver | Original Black Glacier Blue |
| Keyboard and Trackpad | Backlit Magic Keyboard with:
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ROG Strix G G731GT/GU
ROG Strix G1 G731GV/GW
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Display | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Size | 15.4 Inches | 17.3 Inches |
| Info | Retina display
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ROG Strix G15 G731 GT/GU/GV
ROG Strix G15 G731 GU/GV/GW
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Ports | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
Left (2)
Right (3)
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Internal Specs | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
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| Memory | 16GB configurable to 32GB of 2400MHz DDR4 onboard memory | Up to 32GB DDR4 2666MHz SDRAM |
| Discrete Graphics |
| ROG Strix G G731GT
ROG Strix G G731GU
ROG Strix G G731GV
ROG Strix G G731GW
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| Storage | 256GB 512GB configurable to 1TB, 2TB, or 4TB SSD |
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Connectivity | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Wi-Fi |
| Intel® 802.11ac (2x2) Gigabit Wi-Fi support Rangeboost technology |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ethernet | - |
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Battery | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Size | 83.6 Wh lithium‑polymer battery | - |
| Battery Life |
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| Power Supply | 87W USB‑C Power Adapter | ROG Strix G G731GT
ROG Strix G G731 GU/GV/GW
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Software | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| OS | Shipped with macOS Catalina |
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| Built-in Apps | Photos iMovie GarageBand Pages Numbers Keynote Siri Safari Mail FaceTime Messages Maps News Stocks Home Voice Memos Notes Calendar Contacts Reminders Photo Booth Preview Music Podcasts TV Books App Store Time Machine Find My QuickTime Player | Armoury Crate GameFirst VI GameVisual Sonic Studio III Aura Creator |
Camera & Audio | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Camera | 720p FaceTime HD camera | No Built-in camera. |
| Audio |
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ROG Strix G G731 GT
ROG Strix G G731 GU/GV/GW
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Misc | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
| Sensors |
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| Security |
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| In the box |
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| Warranty | Your MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of complimentary technical support and a one‑year limited warranty. Purchase AppleCare+ for Mac to extend your coverage to three years from your AppleCare+ purchase date and add up to two incidents of accidental damage coverage, each subject to a service fee of $99 for screen damage or external enclosure damage, or $299 for other repairable damage, plus applicable tax. | - |
| More | Video SupportSimultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display at millions of colors and:
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Key Features | MacBook Pro 15” (2018) | 2019 ROG Strix G17 |
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