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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 gaming laptop in Off Black finish, clamshell form factor

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 gaming laptop 90NR0L81-M005P0

SKU CH-DPZ3-EH4NQ MPN 90NR0L81-M005P0

A 16-inch Windows 11 Pro laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory, 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and a 240Hz Mini LED display

  • Screen size16 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB PCIE G4 (PERFORMANCE) SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • Top-tier performance from Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
  • Smooth competitive play on 16.0" 240 Hz Nebula HDR Mini LED display
  • 32GB DDR5-5600MHz memory and 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD for fast multitasking
  • Advanced cooling with vapor chamber, tri-fan design and liquid metal on CPU
  • Tool-free latch gives quick access to upgrade RAM, SSD and fans

ROG Strix Scar 16 Gaming Laptop

The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 is a 2025 Windows 11 Pro laptop built for gaming, 3D rendering, AI workloads and heavy multitasking. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and 32GB of DDR5-5600 memory. A 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD provides storage for large project libraries.

ROG Intelligent Cooling Thermals

ROG Intelligent Cooling uses an end-to-end vapor chamber, tri-fan technology and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the CPU. The design targets up to 15 °C lower CPU temperatures while keeping acoustics low during normal use. The GPU runs at a 175W TGP within this thermal envelope.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under sustained load the sandwiched heatsink and vapor chamber spread heat across the chassis to maintain clock speeds. The 240Hz Nebula HDR display with Mini LED backlighting and 2,000+ dimming zones stays colour-accurate at 100% DCI-P3 during long sessions. Tool-free access allows storage or memory upgrades without a screwdriver.

How it compares

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

Price $3,891.99
Pricier than about 87% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 16 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Refresh frequency 240 Hz
Higher than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineROG Strix
Model nameG635LX-XS97
Part number90NR0L81-M005P0
Year of release2025
Product colorOff Black
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeHome / Personal
Recommended use3D/CAD Rendering / AI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitasking / Programming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Processor codenameArrow Lake
Processor L2 cache40 MB
L3 cache size36 MB
CPU supportIntel AI Boost NPU up to 13
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Storage
Storage drive2 TB PCIE G4 (PERFORMANCE) SSD
SSD storage2 TB PCIe
Storage configuration2 TB PCIE G4 (PERFORMANCE) SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency240 Hz
Panel typeMini LED
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatWQXGA
Screen features16:10 Bend+1200nits (HDR)(2000 zone) Anti-Glare
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
Video RAM24 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
Web camera1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi802.11be Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.4
Ports & slots
USB ports3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10 Gbit/s)
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 5 with support for DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC (data speed up to 120 Gbit/s)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack
Power
Power adapterRectangle Conn, 380 W AC Adapter, Output: 20 V DC, 19A, 380 W, Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal
Battery pack90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions13.94 in × 10.55 in × 0.9 in-1.21 in
Product weight6.28 lb (2.85 kg)
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size508 × 381 × 152 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
KeyboardBacklit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 16 inch Nebula HDR display with 240 Hz refresh rate and 100 percent DCI P3 colour suit professional content creation?

The Mini LED panel covers 100 percent DCI P3 and reaches 240 Hz, so colour critical work and fast motion both benefit from the same screen.

Can I add more memory or a second SSD without special tools?

A latch on the bottom gives tool free access to the RAM slots and the PCIe 4.0 SSD bay, letting you upgrade both components in minutes.

How does the cooling system keep the Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5090 laptop GPU at full power?

An end to end vapor chamber, tri fan layout and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the processor move heat away fast enough to sustain 175 W GPU TGP.

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