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Black 18 inch gaming laptop with QHD display and RGB keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G18 gaming laptop 18" 2.5k 240Hz Ryzen 9 9955HX RTX 5070 64GB 1TB

SKU CH-CHK6-5YJBF

An 18-inch 2.5k 240Hz IPS gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX at up to 5.4 GHz, RTX 5070 8GB graphics, 64GB DDR5 and a 1TB PCIe SSD, with Wi-Fi6E and a 4-zone RGB keyboard

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 9955HX hits 5.4 GHz for fast compute
  • 18" 2.5k IPS 240Hz display gives smooth, sharp visuals
  • RTX 5070 8GB graphics powers modern games at high settings
  • 64GB DDR5 plus 1TB PCIe SSD handles heavy multitasking
  • Wi-Fi6E and 4-zone RGB keyboard add connectivity and style

18-inch 2.5k 240Hz display

The 18.0 inch panel shows 2560 by 1600 pixels at a 240 Hz refresh rate. An IPS layer keeps colours consistent across wide viewing angles. The non-touch surface avoids glare during long sessions. This resolution and speed suit fast competitive titles and content review alike.

Ryzen 9 9955HX with RTX 5070

The 16-core processor runs at a 2.50 GHz base and reaches 5.4 GHz turbo across 32 threads. The discrete GPU brings 8 GB of video memory for modern workloads. Together they share a vapour-chamber cooling array that keeps surface temperatures moderate during typical mixed use. Fan noise stays low while the system idles or handles light productivity tasks.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous heavy compute the cooling system ramps airflow to maintain clocks near the 5.4 GHz ceiling. Power draw rises to match the 16-core throughput and the RTX 5070 demand. Thermals stabilise after the initial ramp without throttling the CPU or GPU. The chassis remains comfortable to touch on the keyboard deck and palm rests.

How it compares

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

Price $2,750.99
Pricier than about 75% 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 model2.5 GHz
CPU cores16-core Processor
Turbo clock speed5.4 GHz
Memory
Memory size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 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 do I install extra storage in the laptop, and what step do people often miss?

Remove the bottom panel, insert the PCIe SSD into the open M.2 slot, then enable the new drive in Windows Disk Management before it will appear.

What maintenance or replacement will the cooling system need after extended use?

Clean the intake vents and fan exhausts every few months with compressed air; repaste the CPU and GPU only if temperatures rise above normal under load.

Which limit appears first during long gaming sessions — GPU memory or thermal headroom?

The RTX 5070 8 GB frame buffer fills before the Ryzen 9 9955HX hits its 5.4 GHz turbo ceiling, so texture quality caps performance first.

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