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Black 18-inch gaming laptop with Mini LED display and per-key RGB keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop 18 2.5K 240Hz Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 16GB 512GB

SKU CH-EC2Y-BXR91

An 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz Mini LED gaming laptop with a 24-core Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a 512GB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX reaches 5.4 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • 18-inch 2.5K Mini LED panel runs at 240 Hz with 3 ms response
  • GeForce RTX 5080 with 16 GB GDDR7 drives high-fidelity gaming
  • Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 and 2.5 Gbps LAN cover connectivity
  • 16 GB DDR5 memory and 512 GB PCIe SSD keep data moving fast

18-inch 2.5K 240Hz Mini LED

The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 is an 18-inch gaming laptop built around a 2560 x 1600 Mini LED panel running at 240 Hz. It ships with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR7 video memory, 16 GB system memory and a 512 GB PCIe SSD. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed.

Competitive gamers and content creators

The 240 Hz refresh rate and 3 ms response time suit competitive gamers who need smooth motion in fast-paced titles. The 24-core CPU and RTX 5080 combination also handles 3D rendering and video editing workloads. Users who prioritise maximum portability or who need a larger storage capacity out of the box should consider other configurations.

240 Hz Mini LED display

The defining specification is the 18-inch 2.5K Mini LED screen with a 240 Hz refresh rate and 3 ms response time. This panel dictates whether the laptop matches the visual speed and clarity required for high-refresh competitive play or colour-critical creative work.

How it compares

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

Price $3,635.99
Pricier than about 85% 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 16 GB
Higher than about 90% of the 4,061 comparable items (median 8 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameROG Strix SCAR 18
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
Processor model2.7 GHz
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.4 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB 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 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 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

Does the 18 inch 2.5K display support G-SYNC and what is its refresh rate?

The 18 inch 2560 x 1600 Mini LED panel runs at 240Hz with a 3ms response time and supports G-SYNC through the Thunderbolt 5 ports for tear-free gaming.

Can the 16GB of DDR5 memory be upgraded later and what storage expansion is possible?

The laptop ships with 16GB of DDR5 and a 512GB PCIe SSD. The manufacturer seal is opened by engineers for professional upgrades, so additional memory and storage can be installed at that stage.

Which physical ports are available for external monitors and high-speed peripherals?

You get two Thunderbolt 5 ports with DisplayPort and power delivery, one HDMI 2.1 port, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, a 2.5Gb RJ45 LAN jack and a 3.5mm combo audio jack.

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