ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 G835LWG-DB96 Gaming Laptop, 18" 4K 240Hz, Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, RTX 5080, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD
2026 ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 18 GAMING LAPTOP
Power without compromise.
The ROG Strix SCAR 18 is a flagship 18-inch gaming laptop built for competitive gaming, 4K experiences, streaming, and demanding creative work. It pairs up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU and a 4K 240Hz Mini LED display.
Desktop-class gaming power.
Play, stream, and create with up to 24 CPU cores, NVIDIA Blackwell graphics, DLSS 4.5, ray tracing, and up to 175W GPU power. Manual mode supports up to 320W of total system power for fast frame rates, responsive gameplay, and demanding multitasking.
4K ROG NEBULA HDR
Every detail. Every frame.
The 18-inch 16:10 Mini LED display delivers up to 4K resolution, 240Hz, a 3ms response time, over 2,000 dimming zones, up to 1,600 nits peak brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color. ROG Nebula ELMB, G-SYNC®, Dolby Vision®, and AGLR technology provide smooth motion, vivid contrast, and fewer reflections.
ROG INTELLIGENT COOLING
Cool under pressure.
An end-to-end vapor chamber, sandwiched heatsink, Tri-Fan Technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal help sustain performance. Rear exhaust routing moves heat away from your hands, while ambient cooling enables silent operation during lighter tasks.
Easy to upgrade. Ready for more.
Tool-less access makes it simple to reach the memory, storage, and fans. The SCAR 18 supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory and up to 8TB of PCIe Gen 5 SSD storage, with dual SO-DIMM slots and dual M.2 slots featuring the ROG Q-Latch system.
A complete gaming battlestation.
Dual Thunderbolt™ 5 ports, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5G Ethernet, three USB-A ports, a 90Wh battery, Windows Hello, Dolby Atmos audio, per-key RGB, full-surround Aura lighting, and AniMe Vision provide the speed and flexibility to game or create your way.
ROG Strix SCAR 18 FAQ
Is the ROG Strix SCAR 18 good for 4K gaming?
Yes. Its RTX Laptop GPU options and 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED display are designed for immersive AAA gaming, esports, and high-resolution content.
Can the memory and storage be upgraded?
Yes. Tool-less access provides entry to two SO-DIMM memory slots and two M.2 SSD slots, with support for up to 128GB of DDR5 memory and 8TB of storage.
How does the SCAR 18 stay cool?
ROG Intelligent Cooling combines a vapor chamber, Tri-Fan Technology, a sandwiched heatsink, liquid metal, and rear-facing exhaust vents.
Is it suitable for streaming and content creation?
Yes. Its powerful CPU, NVIDIA RTX graphics, color-accurate display, fast memory, and high-speed storage support streaming, video editing, 3D work, and creative applications.
What connectivity does it include?
Connectivity includes dual Thunderbolt™ 5, HDMI 2.1, three USB-A ports, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Actual specifications, operating system, performance, and features vary by configuration and SKU.
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ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 G835LWG-DB96 Gaming Laptop, 18" 4K 240Hz, Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, RTX 5080, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 G835LWG-DB96 Gaming Laptop, 18" 4K 240Hz, Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, RTX 5080, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD
2026 ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 18 GAMING LAPTOP
Power without compromise.
The ROG Strix SCAR 18 is a flagship 18-inch gaming laptop built for competitive gaming, 4K experiences, streaming, and demanding creative work. It pairs up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU and a 4K 240Hz Mini LED display.
Desktop-class gaming power.
Play, stream, and create with up to 24 CPU cores, NVIDIA Blackwell graphics, DLSS 4.5, ray tracing, and up to 175W GPU power. Manual mode supports up to 320W of total system power for fast frame rates, responsive gameplay, and demanding multitasking.
4K ROG NEBULA HDR
Every detail. Every frame.
The 18-inch 16:10 Mini LED display delivers up to 4K resolution, 240Hz, a 3ms response time, over 2,000 dimming zones, up to 1,600 nits peak brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color. ROG Nebula ELMB, G-SYNC®, Dolby Vision®, and AGLR technology provide smooth motion, vivid contrast, and fewer reflections.
ROG INTELLIGENT COOLING
Cool under pressure.
An end-to-end vapor chamber, sandwiched heatsink, Tri-Fan Technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal help sustain performance. Rear exhaust routing moves heat away from your hands, while ambient cooling enables silent operation during lighter tasks.
Easy to upgrade. Ready for more.
Tool-less access makes it simple to reach the memory, storage, and fans. The SCAR 18 supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory and up to 8TB of PCIe Gen 5 SSD storage, with dual SO-DIMM slots and dual M.2 slots featuring the ROG Q-Latch system.
A complete gaming battlestation.
Dual Thunderbolt™ 5 ports, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5G Ethernet, three USB-A ports, a 90Wh battery, Windows Hello, Dolby Atmos audio, per-key RGB, full-surround Aura lighting, and AniMe Vision provide the speed and flexibility to game or create your way.
ROG Strix SCAR 18 FAQ
Is the ROG Strix SCAR 18 good for 4K gaming?
Yes. Its RTX Laptop GPU options and 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED display are designed for immersive AAA gaming, esports, and high-resolution content.
Can the memory and storage be upgraded?
Yes. Tool-less access provides entry to two SO-DIMM memory slots and two M.2 SSD slots, with support for up to 128GB of DDR5 memory and 8TB of storage.
How does the SCAR 18 stay cool?
ROG Intelligent Cooling combines a vapor chamber, Tri-Fan Technology, a sandwiched heatsink, liquid metal, and rear-facing exhaust vents.
Is it suitable for streaming and content creation?
Yes. Its powerful CPU, NVIDIA RTX graphics, color-accurate display, fast memory, and high-speed storage support streaming, video editing, 3D work, and creative applications.
What connectivity does it include?
Connectivity includes dual Thunderbolt™ 5, HDMI 2.1, three USB-A ports, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Actual specifications, operating system, performance, and features vary by configuration and SKU.
Product Information
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2026 ASUS ROG STRIX SCAR 18 GAMING LAPTOP
Power without compromise.
The ROG Strix SCAR 18 is a flagship 18-inch gaming laptop built for competitive gaming, 4K experiences, streaming, and demanding creative work. It pairs up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU and a 4K 240Hz Mini LED display.
Desktop-class gaming power.
Play, stream, and create with up to 24 CPU cores, NVIDIA Blackwell graphics, DLSS 4.5, ray tracing, and up to 175W GPU power. Manual mode supports up to 320W of total system power for fast frame rates, responsive gameplay, and demanding multitasking.
4K ROG NEBULA HDR
Every detail. Every frame.
The 18-inch 16:10 Mini LED display delivers up to 4K resolution, 240Hz, a 3ms response time, over 2,000 dimming zones, up to 1,600 nits peak brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color. ROG Nebula ELMB, G-SYNC®, Dolby Vision®, and AGLR technology provide smooth motion, vivid contrast, and fewer reflections.
ROG INTELLIGENT COOLING
Cool under pressure.
An end-to-end vapor chamber, sandwiched heatsink, Tri-Fan Technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal help sustain performance. Rear exhaust routing moves heat away from your hands, while ambient cooling enables silent operation during lighter tasks.
Easy to upgrade. Ready for more.
Tool-less access makes it simple to reach the memory, storage, and fans. The SCAR 18 supports up to 128GB of DDR5 memory and up to 8TB of PCIe Gen 5 SSD storage, with dual SO-DIMM slots and dual M.2 slots featuring the ROG Q-Latch system.
A complete gaming battlestation.
Dual Thunderbolt™ 5 ports, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 7, 2.5G Ethernet, three USB-A ports, a 90Wh battery, Windows Hello, Dolby Atmos audio, per-key RGB, full-surround Aura lighting, and AniMe Vision provide the speed and flexibility to game or create your way.
ROG Strix SCAR 18 FAQ
Is the ROG Strix SCAR 18 good for 4K gaming?
Yes. Its RTX Laptop GPU options and 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED display are designed for immersive AAA gaming, esports, and high-resolution content.
Can the memory and storage be upgraded?
Yes. Tool-less access provides entry to two SO-DIMM memory slots and two M.2 SSD slots, with support for up to 128GB of DDR5 memory and 8TB of storage.
How does the SCAR 18 stay cool?
ROG Intelligent Cooling combines a vapor chamber, Tri-Fan Technology, a sandwiched heatsink, liquid metal, and rear-facing exhaust vents.
Is it suitable for streaming and content creation?
Yes. Its powerful CPU, NVIDIA RTX graphics, color-accurate display, fast memory, and high-speed storage support streaming, video editing, 3D work, and creative applications.
What connectivity does it include?
Connectivity includes dual Thunderbolt™ 5, HDMI 2.1, three USB-A ports, 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Actual specifications, operating system, performance, and features vary by configuration and SKU.
