ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 9 HX - 32GB RAM -NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 - 2TB SSD - Eclipse Gray
ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 9 HX - 32GB RAM -NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 - 2TB SSD - Eclipse Gray
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- Key Specs
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 18 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Processor Model: Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 2 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.7 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 2000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 32 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4, Display connection via USB port (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: G815LP-XS97
- Product Name: ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 9 HX - 32GB RAM -NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 - 2TB SSD
- Color: Eclipse Gray
- Year of Release: 2025
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 18 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Synchronization Technology: G-SYNC (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Display Surface: Anti-glare
- Color Gamut (Standard RGB): 100 percent
- Processor
- Processor Brand: Intel
- Processor Model: Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 2 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 275HX
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.7 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 24-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 24 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Neural Processing Unit (NPU): true (Whether the product comes with an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that performs computations for AI (artificial intelligence) functions to increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption.)
- Maximum NPU Performance: 13 trillions operations per second (The maximum neural processing unit (NPU) computations performed. NPUs increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption for AI (artificial intelligence) functions.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 2000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 2000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Solid State Drive Interface: PCIe 4.0 (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 32 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 5600 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 2
- Number of Memory Sticks Included: 2
- System Memory RAM Expandable To: 64 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: NVIDIA
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s): DLSS 4 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing (Imaging technology designed to improve graphics rendering.)
- GPU Video Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
- GPU Video Memory Type (RAM): GDDR7 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Pro (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4, Display connection via USB port (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 1
- USB Ports: 1 x USB-C 3.2, 3 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
- Number of USB-C Charging Ports: 2
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: BE (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 280 watts
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Expansion
- Number of M.2 Slots: 2 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Customizable Keyboard Lighting: RGB
- Audio Technology: Hi-Res Audio with Dolby Atmos and Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation
- Windows AI: Copilot
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.93 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 15.71 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 11.73 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 7.05 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Included
- Included Software: Armoury Crate, MyASUS
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 197105956544
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.
- Advanced Windows 11 Pro: Game, create, and boost your productivity—Windows 11 Pro is the place for it all. With advanced features, powerful tools to enhance productivity, and robust security, it has everything you need to stay ahead.
- 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.
- Ultra-Fast Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Processor: With a 65W TDP and a cutting-edge design featuring 8 Performance cores and 16 Efficient cores, this next-gen silicon delivers unmatched frame rates in esports and AAA titles. AI acceleration in select creative applications further boosts performance, enabling faster rendering and smoother workflows.
- Cutting-edge NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU: Elevate your gaming experience with the RTX 5070 laptop GPU. Featuring a 8GB GDDR7 graphic memory, Advanced Optimus support, and cutting-edge technologies like DLSS and Frame Generation, this powerful GPU delivers stunningly smooth performance and unparalleled frame rates.
- High-performance 32GB of DDR5 RAM: Dominate any game with 32GB of blazing-fast DDR5 5600MHz 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 2TB 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 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.
- Easy Upgrade, tool-less Design: Upgrade components quickly and effortlessly with tool-less access to RAM, SSD, and fans. The new Q-latch SSD system allows you to swap components in seconds, while a removable frame safeguards other hardware and provides deeper access for advanced users.
- Full-surround RGB Aura light Bar: Express your personality with a RGB light bar along the chassis bottom, casting a distinctive glow on your desk and syncing seamlessly with your keyboard and ROG peripherals. For professional settings, Stealth Mode disables all lighting, offering a sleek and refined look.
- Esports-ready keyboard: Dominate the competition with N-key rollover and Overstroke technology, ensuring every command registers instantly and with pinpoint precision. Enjoy a full-sized layout, dedicated media controls, customizable hotkeys, and 4-zone RGB lighting with Aura Sync for a fully personalized experience.
- Hi-Res Audio With Dolby Atmos: Immerse yourself in rich audio with Dolby Atmos-powered quad speakers and Hi-Res audio. Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation ensures crystal-clear calls, chats, and streams.
- Advanced connectivity: Connect all your peripherals with a wide range of ports: you'll find a Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) port, an additional USB-C port, three USB-A ports, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet, an audio jack, and a power input.
- 3-Month PC Game Pass included: Discover your next favorite game. Enjoy 3 months of PC Game Pass on us and play hundreds of PC games on your new ROG device!
Whats Included
- ASUS ROG Strix Gaming Laptop
- 280W AC Adapter
- Warranty Card and Manual
Q: Does it have 2 SSD bays? And if so, are they both full? Or is one empty for expansion
A: The ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LP gaming laptop is equipped with two M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4x4 SSD slots, each supporting up to 2 TB capacity. Out of the box, the device comes preinstalled with a 2 TB SSD in one slot, while the second slot remains empty for expansion.
Q: Can this laptop connect to 3 external monitors?
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Q: can the battery be changed out when needed?
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Q: Is thee included G-Force RTX 5070 upgradeable to a RTX 5070 TI ?
A: The ASUS G815LP comes with a built-in RTX 5070 GPU, which is not upgradeable to an RTX 5070 Ti. Laptop GPUs are integrated and cannot be replaced or upgraded like desktop graphics cards.
A: Can be very hot when running games.
Q: Is the noise level noticeable?
A: The ASUS G815LP is a performance-focused laptop, and under heavy workloads such as gaming or rendering the fan noise can be noticeable. During lighter tasks like browsing or streaming, it generally operates quietly. You can manage noise levels by adjusting the fan profile in the Armoury Crate software, using Silent Mode for everyday use and Performance or Turbo Mode when needed.
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| Pros for ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 9 HX - 32GB RAM -NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 - 2TB SSD - Eclipse Gray | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance | Overall Performance, Portability, OLED Quality, Battery Life, Refresh Rate | Overall Performance, Processor Speed, Cooling System, Port Count, Upgradability | Battery Life, Portability, OLED Quality, Build Quality, Gaming Performance |
| Cons for ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" 2.5K 240Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 9 HX - 32GB RAM -NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 - 2TB SSD - Eclipse Gray | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Heat Dissipation, Fan Noise, RAM, Memory | Fan Noise, Battery Life, Weight, Keyboard Lighting | Fan Noise, Heat Dissipation |
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEAST
So far its an awesome laptop! Had it now for about week and couldn't be happier with the speed and the design. My workflow is smooth and efficient. It's a BEAST of a laptop.
Ricardo909 Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent, slick gaming laptop
Bought this amazing laptop for my son. Did not realize it has bright LED lights on the bottom with animations that look amazing. Same with the lights on the keyboard. This thing has 2TB of storage, a 5070 graphics card, and 32 Gb of RAM. So far it runs every game beautifully. One thing to note is that the fans do make quite a lot of noise but it doesn't bother my son at least. It's really necessary to keep it cool and protected, so can't complain too much about that. Overall I am very impressed so far.
Bebiberto Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Shiny!
Easy to set up and works great. Just now getting it set up as i ordered before a relocation so it sat unopened for a bit. I like the lights and tge screen size is great.
JessicaR Posted
