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Black 18 inch gaming laptop with per-key RGB keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 gaming laptop 18" 2.5K 240Hz Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5070 Ti 12GB 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-FDEM-466EJ

An 18 inch 2.5K 240Hz gaming laptop with an Intel Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 graphics, 64GB DDR5 memory, 2TB PCIe SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz display for fluid competitive visuals
  • 24-core Ultra 9 275HX up to 5.4 GHz for heavy multitasking
  • RTX 5070 Ti 12 GB GDDR7 for high-frame-rate 1440p gaming
  • 64 GB DDR5 and 2 TB PCIe SSD for instant load times
  • Thunderbolt 5 and Wi-Fi 7 for fast wired and wireless throughput

Built for competitive play

The ROG Strix Scar 18 pairs an 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz panel with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and an RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 GPU. Sixty-four gigabytes of DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD complete a configuration aimed at high-frame-rate gaming and heavy multitasking.

Ports and pre-installed software

Three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, two Thunderbolt 5 connections, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 and a headphone jack handle peripherals and external displays. Windows 11 Pro and an Office 2024 license are installed so the system is ready for work immediately after first boot.

Suits high-refresh esports and content creation

The 240Hz QHD+ screen and 24-core processor benefit competitive shooters and timeline scrubbing in editing apps. Buyers needing a smaller chassis, longer unplugged runtime or a lower price point should consider alternative models.

How it compares

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

Price $3,199.99
Pricier than about 82% 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 12 GB
Higher than about 80% 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 inputNo
Display formatQHD+
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
Video RAM12 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 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How often will the liquid-metal thermal compound on the Intel Ultra 9 275HX need replacing?

The liquid-metal compound on the Ultra 9 275HX is designed to last the laptop's usable lifespan; routine replacement is not required unless a full disassembly occurs for another repair.

Which limit appears first during sustained loads — the 5.4 GHz turbo ceiling or the cooling capacity of the 18-inch vapor chamber?

Under continuous load the cooling system reaches its thermal ceiling before the processor can hold its 5.4 GHz maximum turbo across all 24 cores.

What are the fan noise and surface temperatures when the RTX 5070 Ti and Ultra 9 275HX run all day at 240 Hz?

With both GPU and CPU fully loaded the fans spin up to an audible level and the keyboard deck warms noticeably, while the rear exhaust stays within the chassis design limits.

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