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

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop 18" 2.5K 240Hz Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-QD8S-Q6AWN

An 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz Mini LED gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics, 64GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 18 inch 2.5K Mini LED display at 240Hz for ultra-smooth visuals
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores up to 5.4GHz for heavy workloads
  • GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics for high frame rates
  • 64GB DDR5 memory plus 2TB PCIe SSD for fast capacity
  • Thunderbolt 5 ports with DisplayPort and power delivery support

18-inch 2.5K 240Hz Mini LED display

This 18-inch laptop combines a 2.5K resolution panel with a 240Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time. The Mini LED backlight provides high contrast and vivid colour for competitive gaming and content creation. It runs Windows 11 Home out of the box.

Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and RTX 5080 16GB

The 24-core processor reaches 5.4 GHz turbo frequency with 36MB cache for heavy multi-threaded workloads. Paired with an RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 GPU, it targets enthusiasts who need maximum frame rates. Users needing longer battery life or a lighter chassis should consider smaller alternatives.

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports

Connectivity includes two Thunderbolt 5 ports that support DisplayPort output and power delivery, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1, 2.5Gbps LAN and Wi-Fi 7. Per-key RGB backlighting and a 1080p webcam complete the feature set.

How it compares

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

Price $4,097.99
Pricier than about 89% 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 size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 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 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

How do I confirm the 240Hz Mini LED panel is running at its full refresh rate after setup?

Open Windows display settings or the NVIDIA control panel and verify the refresh rate is set to 240Hz; the 3ms response time and 2560x1600 resolution should also be shown as active.

What ships in the box and what must I purchase separately?

The laptop includes the 18" 2.5K 240Hz display, Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5, 2TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Office 2024 license, per-key RGB keyboard, Thunderbolt 5 ports, HDMI 2.1, RJ45 2500 Mbps LAN, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and a 3.5mm combo jack; no SD card reader or external accessories are included.

Which configuration should I choose if I need the highest GPU memory and fastest system RAM available on this model?

This SKU already provides the maximum 16GB GDDR7 on the RTX 5080 and 64GB DDR5 system memory; no higher-capacity versions are listed for this product.

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