ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" FHD+ 144Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray
About this product
Unlock a next-level gaming experience with the ROG Strix G18. Featuring a 144Hz FHD+ display, the ROG Strix delivers smooth visuals. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Mobile Processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU, enjoy seamless gaming and creative performance. With 16GB 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.
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.
Performance redefined
Experience next-level performance with Windows 11 Home, an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Mobile Processor, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU, powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and featuring DLSS 4 and Max-Q technologies.
16GB of DDR5-5200MHz high performance memory
Multitask seamlessly with 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz memory. Enjoy smooth gameplay, faster loading times, and seamless multitasking.
Expansive 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage
Load games and projects instantly with PCIe Gen 4 storage, delivering up to 7,000MB/s throughput. Stay ahead with PCIe Gen 5-ready SSD slot, ensuring easy upgrades and future-proof performance.
Dynamic display with smooth visuals
Immerse yourself in smooth visuals with 144Hz/3ms display for gaming and entertainment. Featuring a new ACR film that enhances contrast and reduces glare.
State-of-the-art Intelligent Cooling
ROG’s advanced thermals keep your system cool, quiet and comfortable. State of the art cooling equals best in class performance, featuring tri-fan technology to the chipset delivers fast gameplay.
Customizable RGB lightbar
Showcase your style with an RGB light bar that syncs with your keyboard and ROG peripherals. In professional settings, Stealth Mode turns off all lighting for a sleek, refined look.
MUX switch with Advanced Optimus
A MUX Switch boosts gaming performance by 5-10% by routing frames directly from the dGPU. Advanced Optimus improves battery life by automatically switching between the iGPU and dGPU based on the task, without restarting.
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.
3-month of PC Game Pass included
Enjoy a free 3-month game pass and access over 100 high-quality games. With new games added regularly, there’s always something fresh to play.
- Screen TypeIPSScreen Size18 inchesScreen Resolution1920 x 1200 (Full HD+)Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate144Hz
Reviews
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
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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 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.
| Pros for ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" FHD+ 144Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Overall Performance, Portability, Design, OLED Quality, Battery Life | Overall Performance | Overall Performance, Portability, Design, Cooling System, Processor Speed |
| Cons for ASUS - ROG Strix G18 18" FHD+ 144Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | RAM, Fan Noise, Heat Dissipation, Memory | Backlit Keys | Fan Noise, RAM, Screen Quality, Battery Life, Port Count |
Specs
is this brand new?
Answered by ASUS AnswersYes, the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (model G814PH) listed on Best Buy is a brand‑new 2026 gaming laptop.
does it have a sata slot drive and is this the best one for 2026?
Answered by ASUS AnswersThis laptop has two M.2 NVMe PCIe slots for storage, but it does not have any SATA drive slots. It relies entirely on fast, modern NVMe Solid State Drives (SSDs). Whether it is the "best" depends heavily on your budget and what you are using it for.
Does the g16 5060's come with per key or 4 zone rgb?
Answered by ASUS AnswersThe ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (G814PH, RTX 5060 variant) comes with a 4‑zone RGB keyboard.
What kind of audio technology does this laptop use?
This laptop uses Hi-Res Audio with Dolby Atmos.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.How many USB ports does this laptop have in total?
This laptop has a total of four USB ports.
This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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