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

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G18 18" FHD+ 144Hz Ryzen 9 8940HX RTX 5050 64GB 2TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-EZJD-E29JK

An 18-inch FHD+ 144Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX and RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, with 64GB DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, in a 0.91-inch black chassis

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 18-inch FHD+ 144Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX up to 5.3 GHz powers heavy workloads
  • RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics handle modern titles
  • 64GB DDR5 with 2TB PCIe SSD provides ample speed and space
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections fast and stable

18-inch FHD+ 144Hz display

The 18.0-inch panel runs at 1920 x 1200 resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate. It is a non-touch WUXGA screen that delivers crisp visuals for fast-paced gaming and content work. The larger canvas gives more room for multitasking without external monitors.

Dual USB 4.0 Type-C and HDMI 2.1

Two USB 4.0 Type-C ports support DisplayPort, G-SYNC and power delivery. Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 FRL output, RJ45 LAN and a 3.5mm combo jack complete the I/O. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 handle wireless connectivity.

64GB DDR5 with RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7

The 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX at 2.4-5.3 GHz pairs with 64GB of DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD. The RTX 5050 laptop GPU brings 8GB of GDDR7 video memory. Buyers needing a lighter chassis or longer unplugged runtime should consider smaller alternatives.

How it compares

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

Price $2,629.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $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 size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 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 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How long before the 5.3 GHz turbo on the Ryzen 9 8940HX throttles under a continuous heavy load?

The 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX runs at 2.4 GHz base and can hit 5.3 GHz turbo; sustained all-core speeds will settle lower once the cooling system reaches thermal equilibrium.

What fan noise and surface temperatures should I expect from the RTX 5050 and 64 GB DDR5 after hours of gaming?

The 18-inch chassis uses ROG intelligent cooling to manage the RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 and 64 GB DDR5; expect audible fans under load and warm keyboard deck areas during extended sessions.

Which external monitor cables or docks work with the USB 4.0 Type-C ports that support DisplayPort and G-SYNC?

Both USB 4.0 Type-C ports carry DisplayPort and G-SYNC signals, so any DisplayPort-alt-mode cable or dock will drive an external display at up to the panel's native timing.

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