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Black 18-inch gaming laptop with matte finish, thin bezels and per-key RGB keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop 18" 2.5K 240Hz Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 16GB 2TB

SKU CH-M3BW-3BR26

An 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz Mini LED display driven by a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics with 16GB 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 size16 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz Mini LED display for crystal-clear visuals
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor reaches 5.4 GHz turbo for instant responsiveness
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics deliver a new level of performance
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports support DisplayPort, power delivery and G-SYNC
  • Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5 Gbps LAN provide best-in-class connectivity

18-inch Mini LED 240Hz display

The 18.0 inch screen delivers a 2.5K resolution of 2560 x 1600 with a 240Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time. Mini LED backlighting and an anti-glare coating provide bright, clear visuals for fast-paced gaming.

Thunderbolt 5 ports and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports support DisplayPort, power delivery and G-SYNC alongside three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1, a 2500 Mbps RJ45 LAN port and a 3.5mm combo audio jack. Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) triple-band and Bluetooth 5.4 handle wireless traffic.

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7

The 24-core processor runs from 2.7GHz to 5.4GHz with 36MB smart cache, paired with 16GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed. The 6.28-pound chassis measures 15.71 x 11.73 x 0.93 inches, so buyers needing a lighter or smaller system should consider other models.

How it compares

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

Price $3,663.99
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 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

Can the 16GB DDR5 memory or 2TB PCIe SSD be upgraded later?

The 16GB DDR5 memory and 2TB PCIe SSD are upgradeable; the supplier opens the original seal for professional upgrades and provides a 1-year warranty on upgraded RAM and SSD components.

What thermal limit appears first when the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX runs at 5.4 GHz turbo for long sessions?

Sustained 5.4 GHz turbo on the 24-core processor will hit the cooling capacity of the 0.93-inch chassis before the CPU throttles, making thermal headroom the first practical limit.

How loud are the fans and what is the surface temperature when the RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 runs all day?

Under continuous load the dual-fan system spins up to move heat from the RTX 5080 and 275HX; expect audible fan noise and warm keyboard deck and exhaust areas during extended gaming.

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