ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) vs HP ProBook 440 G11
The Verdict
These laptops serve fundamentally different purposes, making direct comparison challenging. The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a high-performance gaming machine with a 16-inch 240Hz display, Intel Core i9-14900HX processor with 24 cores, and RTX graphics capability. Its 2560 x 1600 resolution at 500 nits delivers exceptional clarity for gaming and creative work, though battery life caps out at 6 hours due to power-hungry components. The HP ProBook 440 G11 prioritizes productivity and portability with its lightweight 3.12 lbs frame, 14-inch 1920 x 1200 anti-glare display, and 11-hour battery life. Its Core Ultra 7 155U processor with 12 cores and integrated graphics handles office tasks, video calls, and light content creation efficiently without gaming performance. Storage differs notably: 1 TB versus 512 GB. For gaming, design work, or intensive multitasking, the ROG Strix dominates with superior processing power and display quality. For business professionals needing all-day battery life, lightweight portability, and reliable performance in everyday applications, the ProBook excels. At $1599 versus $949, price reflects their distinct market positions. Choose the ASUS for performance; choose the HP for longevity and mobility.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles 1440p gaming at high settings
- →240Hz 2.5K display is incredibly smooth for competitive gaming
- →90 Wh battery is large for a gaming laptop
Buy the HP ProBook 440 G11 if…
- →Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI features
- →Lightweight at 3.12 lbs for enterprise mobility
- →Windows 11 Pro with HP Wolf Security for business management
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles 1440p gaming at high settings
- 240Hz 2.5K display is incredibly smooth for competitive gaming
- 90 Wh battery is large for a gaming laptop
- Excellent thermal design with liquid metal compound
- 1 TB SSD with a second expandable slot
Cons
- Heavy and thick — not a portable daily driver
- No webcam — requires an external camera
- Fan noise under load is significant
- Battery life is short under gaming loads
HP ProBook 440 G11
Pros
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI features
- Lightweight at 3.12 lbs for enterprise mobility
- Windows 11 Pro with HP Wolf Security for business management
- HDMI and USB-A ports reduce dongle dependency
- 11-hour battery life covers a full workday
Cons
- FHD+ 300-nit display is not bright enough for outdoor meetings
- No Thunderbolt — USB-C only
- Integrated graphics limit creative workloads
- 51 Wh battery is small for a 14-inch business laptop
- No SD card reader
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | HP ProBook 440 G11 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg) | 3.12 lbs (1.42 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum and plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.94 x 10.35 x 0.92 inches | 12.64 x 8.85 x 0.70 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 6 hours | Up to 11 hours |
| Capacity | 90 Wh | 51 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | IPS | IPS anti-glare |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Refresh rate | 240Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 24 cores (8P + 16E) | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 155U |
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