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Eclipse Gray 18 inch gaming laptop with matte finish

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814PH-ES94-HID5P gaming laptop

SKU CH-RF6G-357K4

An 18-inch WUXGA 144 Hz gaming laptop with a 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5050 graphics, 16 GB DDR5 memory and 16 TB NVMe storage

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9 8000 Series
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 18-inch 144 Hz IPS-level display delivers smooth visuals
  • Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core processor reaches 5.2 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5050 graphics with 8 GB GDDR7 powers modern games
  • 16 TB dual NVMe SSD provides massive high-speed storage
  • Dual-channel DDR5 5600 memory supports demanding multitasking

ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814PH-ES94-HID5P Gaming Laptop

This 18 inch gaming laptop runs on an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor with 16 cores and 32 threads. It pairs the CPU with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card carrying 8 GB of GDDR7 video memory. The system includes 16 GB of DDR5 5600MHz dual channel memory and 16 TB of PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe storage across two drives. Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed for immediate use.

Sustained Performance Under Load

The processor operates at a 2.4 GHz base frequency and can reach a 5.2 GHz max turbo frequency with 64 MB of L3 cache. Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU improve thermal transfer during extended sessions. The 144Hz IPS-level WUXGA display at 1920 x 1200 resolution supports smooth visuals throughout long gaming or rendering workloads.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

Upgraded thermal interface materials on both the CPU and GPU help maintain lower system temperatures during normal operation. The chassis measures 15.71 x 11.57 x 0.91 to 1.21 inches and weighs 6.61 lbs, providing a stable platform for the cooling solution. Dual channel DDR5 memory and high capacity NVMe storage contribute to efficient power use across typical productivity and gaming scenarios.

How it compares

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

Price $4,313.99
Pricier than about 90% 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).
Refresh frequency 144 Hz
Lower than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineROG Strix G18
Model nameG814PH-ES94
Part numberG814PH-ES94-HID5P
Product colorEclipse Gray
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeGaming & Entertainment
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX
Processor modelAMD Ryzen 9 8940HX
CPU cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.2 GHz
L3 cache size64 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600 MHz
Memory configuration2 × 8 GB
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory128 GB
Storage
Storage drive16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage16 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration16 TB (2 × 8 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Refresh frequency144 Hz
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display18 in WUXGA
Display formatWUXGA
Screen featuresFHD+ 144 Hz IPS-Level
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 5050
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
SoundAI noise-canceling technology, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification (for headphone), Smart Amp Technology
Speakers2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
Web camera1080P FHD IR Camera
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band) 2 × 2
Bluetooth supportBluetooth® 5.3
Ports & slots
USB ports1x Type-C USB 4 with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC (data speed up to 40 Gbit/s), 1x Type-C USB 4 with support for DisplayPort™ / G-SYNC (data speed up to 40 Gbit/s), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10 Gbit/s)
HDMI ports1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Audio jacks3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack
Memory card readerNone
Power
Power adapterø6.0, 280 W AC Adapter, Output: 20 V DC, 14A, 280 W, Input: 100 to 240C AC 50/60 Hz universal
Battery pack90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions15.71 in × 11.57 in × 0.91 in ~ 1.21 in
Product weight6.61 lb (3 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardBacklit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the 18" WUXGA 144Hz laptop get when the Ryzen 9 8940HX and RTX 5050 run all day?

The Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core processor reaches a 5.2 GHz max turbo frequency. HIDevolution applies Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU to lower system temperatures under sustained load.

What must I already own to use the 16 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe storage and 16 GB DDR5 5600MHz memory?

The laptop ships with 16 TB (2 x 8 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD and 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR5 5600MHz dual-channel memory installed. No extra drives or modules are required for operation.

Can I keep using my older 1920 x 1200 external monitor with the RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 graphics?

The RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives the internal 18" 1920 x 1200 144Hz IPS-level panel and supports external displays at matching or higher resolutions through the available video outputs.

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