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Black 18-inch gaming laptop with matte finish and RGB keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G18 18" FHD+ 144Hz Ryzen 9 8940HX RTX 5050 16GB 1TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-EYYM-0VDYC

An 18-inch 144Hz FHD+ gaming laptop with a 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, 16GB DDR5 and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 18-inch 144Hz FHD+ display delivers smooth visuals
  • AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core processor reaches 5.3 GHz turbo
  • NVIDIA RTX 5050 with 8GB GDDR7 powers modern games
  • 16GB DDR5 memory and 1TB PCIe SSD provide fast storage
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections stable

18-inch FHD+ 144Hz gaming laptop

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is an 18-inch gaming laptop built around a 16-core AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GPU with 8GB GDDR7 video memory. It ships with 16GB DDR5 memory, a 1TB PCIe SSD and Windows 11 Home. The 1920 x 1200 display runs at 144Hz for smooth motion in fast-paced titles.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This machine suits gamers and creators who want a large high-refresh screen, 16 processing cores and modern GPU features in a single chassis. Buyers needing a touchscreen, an SD card reader, a fingerprint reader or a more compact form factor should consider other models.

RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7 memory is the specification that defines 3D performance for this system. It determines frame rates in current games and capacity for GPU-accelerated workloads. If your workflow demands more video memory or a higher GPU tier, this is not the right part.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,948.99
Typical for this category: the median of 5,382 items is $1,978.99.
Screen size 18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Higher than about 90% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Video RAM 8 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 4,061 items is 8 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameROG Strix G18
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
Processor model2.4 GHz
CPU cores16-core Processor
Turbo clock speed5.3 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD+
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight6–6.9 lb (2.72–3.13 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How much desk space do the 15.71 x 11.57 inch dimensions and 6.61 pound weight need?

The chassis measures 15.71 inches wide by 11.57 inches deep and weighs 6.61 pounds, so allow at least that footprint plus a few inches behind for the rear-facing USB 4.0 Type-C, HDMI 2.1 FRL and RJ45 ports.

Which screw or clip secures the bottom cover for the 1TB PCIe SSD upgrade and what step do people skip?

Remove all visible Phillips screws on the underside, then gently pry the cover starting at a front corner; the step most people miss is disconnecting the battery cable before lifting the cover to reach the SSD slot.

When should the 16GB DDR5 memory or 1TB PCIe SSD be replaced?

Upgrade the 16GB DDR5 when you regularly hit the memory ceiling in games or creative apps, and replace the 1TB PCIe SSD if SMART tools report reallocated sectors or sustained write speeds drop noticeably.

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