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

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G18 gaming laptop 18" FHD+ 144Hz Ryzen 9 8940HX RTX 5050 8GB 16GB 512GB

SKU CH-89E6-DKHX9

An 18 inch FHD+ 144Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16 core Ryzen 9 8940HX and RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics with 16GB DDR5 and a 512GB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 9
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 18-inch FHD+ 144Hz display for smooth visuals
  • Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core CPU up to 5.3 GHz for fast compute
  • RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics for modern gaming power
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for low-latency connectivity
  • 512GB PCIe SSD plus 16GB DDR5 for quick load times

18-inch FHD+ 144Hz gaming laptop

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is an 18-inch gaming laptop built around an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics with 8GB GDDR7 memory. It ships with 16GB DDR5 system memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD. The 1920 x 1200 display runs at 144Hz for smooth motion in fast-paced titles. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed.

Sustained load on Ryzen 9 and RTX 5050

The 16-core CPU operates from 2.4 GHz base up to 5.3 GHz boost, while the RTX 5050 GPU provides 8GB of GDDR7 video memory. The chassis measures 15.71 x 11.57 x 0.91 inches and weighs 6.61 pounds, giving the cooling system room to move air during extended sessions. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 maintain wireless links without adding thermal load. The 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN port offers a wired alternative when latency matters.

Ports and upgrade access

Two USB 4.0 Type-C ports support DisplayPort, G-SYNC and power delivery, alongside two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and an HDMI 2.1 FRL output. A 3.5 mm combo audio jack and RJ45 complete the I/O. The factory seal is opened by engineers for RAM or SSD upgrades, so buyers should verify the upgraded configuration matches their order before first boot. The backlit 4-zone RGB keyboard and 1080p webcam are ready to use out of the box.

How it compares

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

Price $1,965.99
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 storage512 GB 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 loud and hot does the Ryzen 9 8940HX get when the laptop runs all day?

The 16-core processor operates between 2.4 GHz and 5.3 GHz with a 64 MB cache; thermal output and fan noise scale with workload but no specific acoustic or temperature figures are published for this model.

What must I already own to use the USB 4.0 Type-C ports with DisplayPort and power delivery?

You need peripherals or docks that support USB 4.0 Type-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode and USB Power Delivery to make use of the two USB 4.0 Type-C ports on this laptop.

Will my older USB 3.0 Type-A mouse and HDMI 1.4 monitor work with the Strix G18?

Yes — the laptop includes two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports that are backward compatible with USB 3.0 devices, and its HDMI 2.1 FRL port will drive an HDMI 1.4 display at the monitor's native capability.

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