ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - 32GB RAM - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray
Customers are saying
Customers appreciate the overall performance of this product, with users reporting that it is working great so far. While some feedback mentions the backlit keys, users also highlighted their satisfaction with the inclusion of a number pad.
Highlights
Intuitive Windows 11 Home
Game, create, and connect with family and friends - Windows 11 Home is the place for it all. With a fresh new feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, it has what you need for what's next.
Premium ROG Nebula Display
Immerse yourself in stunning visuals for gaming, content creation, and entertainment with the ultra-fast 18" 2.5K 240Hz Nebula Display. Pantone validation guarantees professional-grade color accuracy with 100% DCI-P3 coverage, further enhanced by a new ACR film that boosts contrast and minimizes glare.
The AMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX Processor Blends Power and Performance with Ease
Armed with 16 cores and 32 threads, AMD Ryzen™ 8940HX Processor powers your laptop with ease.
Reimagined Graphics with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Maximize your gaming and creativity with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU. Game-changing features like DLSS 4 and ray tracing technology bring game graphics to life by simulating sunlight and creating a realistic environment for an immersive gaming experience.
High-Performance 32GB of DDR5 RAM
Dominate any game with 32GB of blazing-fast DDR5 5200MHz RAM. Enjoy smooth gameplay, faster loading times, and seamless multitasking. Future-proof your system with two tool-free SO-DIMM slots for effortless upgrades.
Expansive 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD Storage
Load games and projects instantly with PCIe Gen 4 storage, delivering up to 7,000MB/s throughput and efficient cooling. Stay ahead with PCIe Gen 5-ready SSD slots, ensuring easy upgrades and future-proof performance.
State-Of-The-Art ROG Intelligent Cooling
Maintain peak performance with ROG Intelligent Cooling. Equipped with an end-to-end vapor chamber, Tri-Fan technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal, this cutting-edge thermal design ensures your system stays cool and quiet, delivering sustained high-frame-rate gameplay.
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus With MUX Switch
Boost gaming performance by 5-10% with a MUX Switch, which routes frames directly from the dGPU to the display, bypassing the iGPU. Advanced Optimus takes it further by seamlessly switching between the iGPU and dGPU based on the task, maximizing both performance and battery life.
- Screen TypeIPSScreen Size18 inchesScreen Resolution2560 x 1600Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate240Hz
Reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 30 reviews
- Overall Performance (12)
- Backlit Keys (3)
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Unlock a next-level gaming experience with the ROG Strix G18. Featuring a 240Hz WQXGA ROG Nebula Display, the ROG Strix delivers stunning visuals. Powered by an AMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX Mobile Processor and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 Laptop GPU, enjoy seamless gaming and creative performance. With 32GB DDR5-5200 RAM, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, stay at the top of your game. The esports-ready keyboard, Dolby Atmos audio, and customizable RGB Aura Light Bar elevate every moment. Plus, enjoy easy upgrades and 3 months of PC Game Pass for the ultimate gaming experience.
Unlock a next-level gaming experience with the ROG Strix G18. Featuring a 2.5K 240Hz Nebula Display with Pantone-validated color accuracy, it delivers stunning visuals. Powered by an Intel Core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU, enjoy seamless gaming and creative performance. With 32GB LPDDR5 RAM, a 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, stay at the top of your game. The esports-ready keyboard, Dolby Atmos audio, and customizable RGB Aura Light Bar elevate every moment. Plus, enjoy easy upgrades and 3 months of PC Game Pass for the ultimate gaming experience.
Unlock a next-level gaming experience with the ROG Strix G16. Featuring a 165Hz display with Pantone-validated color accuracy, it delivers stunning visuals. Powered by AMD Ryzen 9 8940 HX Mobile Processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU, enjoy seamless gaming and creative performance. With 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, stay at the top of your game. The esports-ready keyboard, Dolby Vision, and customizable RGB Aura Light Bar elevate every moment. Plus, enjoy easy upgrades and 3 months of PC Game Pass for the ultimate gaming experience.
Unlock a next-level gaming experience with the ROG Strix G18. Featuring a 2.5K 240Hz Nebula Display with Pantone-validated color accuracy, it delivers stunning visuals. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU, enjoy seamless gaming and creative performance. With 32GB DDR5 RAM, a 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, and advanced ROG Intelligent Cooling, stay at the top of your game. The esports-ready keyboard, Dolby Atmos audio, and customizable RGB Aura Light Bar elevate every moment. Plus, enjoy easy upgrades and 3 months of PC Game Pass for the ultimate gaming experience.
| Pros for ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - 32GB RAM - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance | Overall Performance, Cooling System, Processor Speed, Screen Quality, Port Count | Overall Performance, Cooling System, Processor Speed, Portability, Design | Overall Performance |
| Cons for ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - 32GB RAM - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray | |||
| Backlit Keys | Battery Life, Fan Noise, Portability, Weight | Fan Noise, Battery Life, Screen Quality, RAM, Port Count | There were no cons for this product— |
Specs
Does this G18 have the back logo that lights up?
Answered by ASUS AnswersNo, this ROG Strix G18 (G814PM-ES96) laptop does not feature an illuminated or RGB-lit logo on the back of the screen, it has an unlit, metallic-finish ROG logo.
How much watts does the GPU consume maximum without OC?
Answered by ASUS AnswersThe ASUS ROG Strix G18 (G814PM) comes with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU that consumes a maximum of about 115W Total Graphics Power (TGP) under load without overclocking.
How many USB slots does this have
Answered by ASUS AnswersThe ASUS G814PM Gaming Laptop comes with 4 USB ports in total: 2 x USB-C 4, 2 x USB-A 3.2.
Does this gaming laptop have a camera?
Yes, this gaming laptop has a front-facing camera.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.Does this laptop have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, this laptop has a backlit keyboard.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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