GIGABYTE - AORUS MASTER 18 - 18" 240Hz 2560x1600 WQXGA Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 2TB SSD - 32GB DDR5 RAM - GeForce RTX 5080 - 5-Degree Black
GIGABYTE - AORUS MASTER 18 - 18" 240Hz 2560x1600 WQXGA Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 2TB SSD - 32GB DDR5 RAM - GeForce RTX 5080 - 5-Degree Black
Highlights
- Key Specs
- Screen Type: Mini-LED
- 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.)
- 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 5080 (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 5, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-polymer
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- Model Number: AORUS MASTER 18 BYHC5USD65SH
- Product Name: AORUS MASTER 18 - 18" 240Hz 2560x1600 WQXGA Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 2TB SSD - 32GB DDR5 RAM - GeForce RTX 5080
- Color: 5-Degree Black
- Year of Release: 2025
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Type: Mini-LED
- 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
- 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
- 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.)
- 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).)
- 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.)
- 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 5080 (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): 16 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 Home (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 5, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
- USB Ports: 3 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 5
- Number of USB-A Charging Ports: 3
- Number of USB-C Charging Ports: 2
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Power
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-polymer
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Customizable Keyboard Lighting: RGB
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1 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: 15.75 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: 11.3 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: 7.72 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
- Numeric Keypad: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 810162142308
The all-new AORUS MASTER 18 represents the pinnacle of AI-powered gaming. Featuring the cutting-edge Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, it is dynamically optimized by GIGABYTE GiMATE—an intelligent AI agent that personalizes performance to your unique needs. Engineered with WINDFORCE Infinity EX Cooling, it maintains dominant performance even under intense workloads. Immerse yourself in a cinematic gaming experience with the stunning 18” Mini-LED 240Hz display, complemented by Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. The AORUS MASTER 18 isn’t just a gaming laptop—it’s your key to owning the game with unprecedented AI-enhanced capabilities and performance.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR7 - Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with massive levels of AI horsepower, RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Multiply performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4, generate images at unmatched speeds, and unleash your creativity with NVIDIA Studio. All in the most portable RTX laptops, optimized by Max-Q.
- Expansive Memory & Storage: DDR5 5600 16GB*2 (32GB), 2TB Storage (Gen4 M.2 SSD), supports up to 64GB of DDR5 and up to 6TB of SSD Storage
- Ultimate Processing Power: Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX - AORUS MASTER 18 is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX Series processor that provides desktop-tier gaming performance on the go with extra overclocking headrooms. The new-generation NPU can handle longer-running AI workloads at superior power efficiency.
- Next Gen Interface: Windows 11 Home AD, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth V5.4
- Cutting-Edge Display: 18" 16:10 Mini-LED 2560x1600, 240Hz, 100% DCI-P3, VESA DisplayHDR 1000, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, TÜV Rheinland Certified, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, G-SYNC
- Dynamic Audio: Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp, Built-in Microphone, 4x 2W Speakers + 2x Tweeter
Whats Included
- AORUS MASTER 18 - 18" 240Hz 2560x1600 WQXGA Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 2TB SSD - 32GB DDR5 RAM - GeForce RTX 5080
Q: What is the total storage capacity of this laptop?
A: The total storage capacity is 2000 gigabytes or 2TB.
Q: Which operating system does this laptop come with?
A: It comes with Windows 11 Home AD.
Q: What is the processor of this AORUS laptop?
A: It has an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX.
Q: What type of display does this laptop have?
A: This laptop features an 18-inch mini-LED 2K display with a 240Hz refresh rate.
Q: What graphics card does this gaming laptop use?
A: It uses the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB of GDDR7 memory.
Q: Does this AORUS laptop have an SSD?
A: Yes, it has a 2TB Gen4 M.2 SSD.
Q: How much RAM does the AORUS MASTER 18 have?
A: The AORUS MASTER 18 comes with 64GB of DDR5 RAM (32GB*2), and it supports up to 128GB.
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| Pros for GIGABYTE - AORUS MASTER 18 - 18" 240Hz 2560x1600 WQXGA Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 2TB SSD - 32GB DDR5 RAM - GeForce RTX 5080 - 5-Degree Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Processor Speed, Cooling System, Port Count, Upgradability | Processor Speed, Cooling System, Performance, Build Quality, Fan Noise | Overall Performance, Processor Speed |
| Cons for GIGABYTE - AORUS MASTER 18 - 18" 240Hz 2560x1600 WQXGA Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - 2TB SSD - 32GB DDR5 RAM - GeForce RTX 5080 - 5-Degree Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Battery Life, Weight, Fan Noise, Keyboard Lighting | Weight, Battery Life, Portability | There were no cons for this product— |
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding
An exceptional laptop at this price point. Perfect for gaming in VR or local hosting AI models.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The best
This laptop is the goat, best out of all 18 inch 50 series laptops out right now
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