ASUS - ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 15.6" QHD Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX - 16GB Memory - Radeon RX 6800M - 512GB SSD - Black
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Description
Features
Windows 11 operating system
Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC
15.6" QHD display with 165hz refresh rate
The 2560 x 1440 resolution with 100% sRGB color gamut boasts impressive color and clarity. Game with ultra fast 165hz refresh rate and 3ms response time
AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX processor
Take on anything with up to the latest AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX CPU made with cutting-edge 7nm fabrication technology, activate up to 8 cores and 16 threads to handle demanding work.
Radeon RX 6800M Graphics
The AMD Radeon RX 6800M GPU with 12GB GDDR6 maximizes speed and power efficiency for brilliant gaming performance. Liquid metal thermal compound allows clocks up to 2600MHz and enables GPU power up to 180W with SmartShift technology
AMD SmartShift
Get up to a 10% performance improvement thanks to AMD SmartShift. Using a hardware boosting interface and machine learning algorithms, SmartShift quickly moves power between the CPU and GPU, optimizing performance on the fly for games, 3D rendering, video editing, and other workloads.
AMD Smart Access Memory
Enjoy higher frame rates in many games thanks to AMD Smart Access Memory
16GB system memory for advanced multitasking
Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
512GB Solid State Drive (PCI-e NVMe M.2)
Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
RGB light bar
Illuminate your life in RGB. A redesigned light bar increases the density of LEDs to create a more refined underglow beneath the chassis. Personalize your Aura Sync settings to set the ideal gaming mood across an entire ecosystem of compatible devices.
Swappable Armor caps
Add a pop of personality to your chassis with Customizable Armor Caps. Two additional color options come in the box and swap out effortlessly, letting you switch up your style anytime.
RGB backlit keyboard
Allows you to enjoy comfortable and accurate typing, even in dim lighting. Also able to customize or change to one's preference.
Vapor chamber
Heat dissipation is faster and more efficient with our advanced vapor chamber, which improves cooling performance and lowers surface temperatures.
IR sensor
A special IR sensor monitors the temperature of the keyboard, so power and cooling can automatically adjust to keep your fingers cool and comfortable during marathon gaming sessions.
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation clarifies upstream and downstream audio, filtering out unwanted noise to make voice communication clearer.
Weighs 5.51 lbs. and measures 1" thin
Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 90Whr lithium-ion battery.
HDMI output expands your viewing options
Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 6 - 802.11 ax)
Flexible, dual-band connectivity w/ greater reliability thanks to two data streams and antennas. Connect to a Wi-Fi router to experience GB Wi-Fi speeds nearly 3X faster vs. standard Wi-Fi 5 w/ improved responsiveness for even more devices.
Comprehensive Connectivity
Hook up next-gen devices via the USB 3.2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 and USB Power Delivery. Three Type-A USB 3.2 ports are ready for your favorite gaming gear, while HDMI 2.0b lets you connect a 4K monitor or TV at up to 60Hz
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate - Discover your next favorite game
1 month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included. Play over 100 high-quality games on Windows 11, console and mobile. Includes new day one titles, iconic Bethesda games and EA Play on PC
Energy Ratings
Key Specs
- Screen Size15.6 inches
- Screen Resolution2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Touch ScreenNo
- Refresh Rate165Hz
- Processor ModelAMD Ryzen 9 5000 Series
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM)16 gigabytes
- GraphicsAMD Radeon RX 6800M
- Display Connector(s)1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI
- Battery TypeLithium-ion polymer
- Backlit KeyboardYes
General
- Product NameROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 15.6" QHD Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX - 16GB Memory - Radeon RX 6800M - 512GB SSD
- BrandASUS
- Model NumberG513QY-SG15.R96800
- Year of Release2021
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Display
- Screen Size15.6 inches
- Screen Resolution2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Touch ScreenNo
- Refresh Rate165Hz
Processor
- Processor BrandAMD
- Processor ModelAMD Ryzen 9 5000 Series
- Processor Model Number5980HX
Storage
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
Memory
- System Memory (RAM)16 gigabytes
- Type of Memory (RAM)DDR4
Graphics
- Graphics TypeDedicated
- GPU BrandAMD Radeon
- GraphicsAMD Radeon RX 6800M
Compatibility
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Connectivity
- Display Connector(s)1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI
- USB Ports4 x USB-A
- Number of USB Ports (Total)4
Power
- Battery TypeLithium-ion polymer
Camera
- Front-Facing CameraNo
Features
- Backlit KeyboardYes
Dimensions
- Product Weight5.29 pounds
Certifications & Listings
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedYes
- EPEAT QualifiedYes
- EPEAT LevelSilver
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC195553469210
Customer reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 658 reviews
(658 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Battery Life4.2
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars
- Speed4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Display4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are enthusiastic about the ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition gaming laptop, praising its price-to-performance ratio, powerful performance, and high-quality display. Gamers appreciate its exceptional gaming capabilities and smooth handling of demanding games. While some users have concerns about storage capacity, Wi-Fi connectivity, fan noise, and temperature, many positive comments highlight the laptop's overall value and capabilities.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Display, PriceCons mentioned:Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Get it on sale
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I've done a review of the other advantage G15, but i finally got my hands on this one. Okay, 2 differences between the AMD Advantage Edition Strix laptops. One is 1080p with 300hz refresh rate, this one is 1440p with a refresh rate of 165hz This model has the Ryzen 9 5980HX CPU, the other one has the Ryzen 9 5900HX Theres really only one negative about this laptop. It has a slow, 512GB SSD. Which just isnt enough storage for anyone. This laptop uses gen 3 SSDs, gen 4 does work, but you wont get the full potential of them, so save your money and get a gen 3. Very upgradable, with 2 m.2 slots, 2 slots for DDR4 RAM, wifi adapter located under the SSD, and the battery can be replaced fairly easily. Cooling is top of the line, dual fan, with 4 exhaust vents towards the back, and a vapor chamber. When not gaming and using battery, this laptop can get well over 8 hours from just browsing the web, and watching videos. Aside from that, the GPU is a RX6800M, which as far as performance goes, falls in-between the Nvidia RTX 3070 and 3080. I should also mention that this thing is a fingerprint magnet. Get a microfiber cloth. Lastly, as the title of this review says, get this on a sale, and do it soon! I bought this laptop while it was on sale for $1099 (October 2022) Just over 1200 after taxes. Its very possible that this laptop will be discontinued soon, so the next sale could be the last one. The 1080p model is no longer listed, so its a matter of time now. 9.5/10
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
ROG Strix G15 is the best BANG FOR YOUR BUCK
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This laptop has been great so far. I have been using it almost daily for about a month now and got it on the sale price $1099. PROS: - Very fast and responsive - Keyboard feels satisfying to use and the RGB customization is really good and looks amazing - Charging speeds are really good (I have it set to charge to 80% so the battery health is better over time) - Display is really good, the colours and refresh rate make it fun to use. The viewing angles are also really good. I have not used the display outside under direct sunlight so I cannot comment on the outside visibility. - Battery life is great for a gaming laptop, I tend to always have the RGB on (on static mode) with 75% brightness on, and it can get you through the day without a problem. CONS: - Device can be pretty hefty to carry around especially in a bag because the charger it comes with is really heavy (Although you can charge the laptop via USB C using any charger which is convenient) - There is no numpad which can be an issue for people that do work with a lot of numbers, but a bluetooth numpad can be purchased to make up for that - Easily picks up sweat/grease marks so if your hands/fingers/wrists tend to get sweaty it will show up on the keyboard and surrounding areas NOTE: This is the newer model manufactured Feb 2022, so I haven't faced any issues with wi-fi, or the ram and ssd being slow. Also I have upgraded from a laptop that I was using for around 6 years so my experience will feel much different than someone upgrading from a recent laptop purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Fan noise, Wifi card
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Better options available for its price range
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Pros: Build quality is good. Despite the power it packs it is not a heavy laptop. Sound wise Asus did a great job much more dynamic and vibrant sound effects. Laptop doesn’t heat up much. Cons: Graphics card can’t compete with rtx 3060 even at a higher capacity. Lags in games and has a huge performance drop when ray tracing enabled. Laptop does not have a webcam, bothered me from the start.Some buttons are squeaky since day one. Too noisy in performance mod.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from ASUS Answers
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A Solid Laptop with a few imperfections
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.NOTE: I BOUGHT THIS RENEWED! This laptop is very energy efficient when tuned. Turning on battery saver and setting the panel to 60hz in windows, I can get 6-8 hours of web browsing with twitch streams in the background (with uBO installed ofc) and slicing g code files for 3D printing, which is rather heavy on resources in bursts. The frame consists of metal in some parts and plastic in others and feels rather durable albeit heavy. The lack of a MUX switch is upsetting to some but not a dealbreaker for me. The RGB is cool I guess. Thankfully, you can turn it off if you'd like to save battery or hate "rainbow puke". The plastic trim on the back left is a cool touch as well. I wish ASUS supplied a 3D file for this trim somewhere as I'd love to print some of my own in other colors. The media controls are in decent locations and I appreciate their inclusion, but a lack of numpad will be a deal breaker for some. After buying I upgraded the RAM to 64GB and the SSD to a 2TB one and installed my homemade Windows 10 install to it and benchmarked it. The hardware when pushed to it's limits is on par to a 3700X and 2060S when plugged in, and 2700X and 1660 when running on battery (at the cost of significantly shorter battery life). Raytracing is horrible on this tho as it is a 6800M which is AMD, so avoid if you want good RT (but frankly, RT is a gimmick). The 12GB of VRAM is total overkill, but frankly, that's not a bad thing (take notes NVIDIA). Thermals aren't exceptional when maxed out (low 90s and upper 80s), but I've never seen any heavy power throttling or 100C temps so the cooling system is good enough by my standards. This hardware is rock solid for the $1100 I paid for it. The USBC charging is amazing and should be a standard for all laptops. It can also have USBC-DP out and HDMI out. The IO ports on the laptop are shockingly decent for an ASUS let alone a gaming laptop. Contrary to many, I never had any WiFi issues over many hours of wireless storage network file transfers and my ram issues couldn't be replicated as I upgraded the ram from the get-go. Cons: I do not like the fact that the screen part of the laptop frame protrudes ever so slightly when closed. Not a dealbreaker, but show's that Best Buy's and/or ASUS' QC could be a little better on refurbs. I tried bending the frame back but cracked the screen as a result. After replacing the screen, the protrusion came back so I'm just gonna leave it as is. Another thing I dislike is how they push Armory Crate for their laptop. I like to keep as little bloat on my laptop as possible. Unfortunately, customizing the RGB also requires this for some reason. Disassembly is also annoying as you have to carefully remove two ribbon cables when opening up the back panel. I tore one of the ribbon cable sockets off as I wasn't careful enough. A little glue fixed this but a "lego connector" or some other connection type instead of a ribbon latch would be smarter. Lastly, There's a lighting feature on the ROG logo on the back of the laptop that I wished was configurable, but isn't. 8/10; a steal for $1100, but would look elsewhere at MSRP ($1550-1800)
I would recommend this to a friend- Cons mentioned:Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best laptop for the price
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a refreshed model that has a better processor and other changes compared to the previous version. It no longer has the cooling issue that earlier versions had. They've appeared to have resolved the liquid metal issues. For the price I paid (on sale), this is an incredible value. It goes toe to toe with full powered RTX 3080 laptops but has an 8 core/16 thread processor. The build quality is really high end, the keyboard feels great, the cooling is good, the speakers have good detail and the screen is much nicer (QHD). Only recommendation I have is to upgrade the storage because 512GB is kind of light. The RGB lighting is very awesome. I prefer this to the Legion 5 Pro. Those laptops feel very basic and their keyboards don't feel too premium compared to this. It also has, most importantly, a USB-C port that's DisplayPort compatible.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Display
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Literally one of the best deals you can get
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This item has been on sale for $1099.99. My laptop arrived with no issues detected so far! It came with two 8gb sticks of ram onto the motherboard which is way better than the single 16gb stick of ram they were adding before. I still plan to upgrade to 32gb down the line however, this laptop is POWERFUL. What is even more amazing is how cool this laptop stays! I made adjustments such as disabling turbo boost and it stays around 70-76c in temps. Speakers aregreat as well although i wish the treble/highs were a bit better. It has no issues in the bass category. The chassis of the laptop is on the thicker side, however as stated before the laptop runs very cool! Overall a really good deal considering its Qhd at 165hz panel! GOW4 and Spider-Man look amazing on this laptop and can run on ultra qhd but again i do plan on upgrading the ram.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Display, Performance, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really recommend this laptop a lot, more than anything because of the relationship between quality and price it has, it gives a very optimal performance, to any type of activities, even if you are a content creator, for players, video edition, because its panatalla has a very good color quality and high refresh rate
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Display, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great machine at the (sale) price.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a great little machine, for the price, at least. I got this on sale for $1100. The Ryzen 9 5900 cpu flies through everything from spreadsheets to development and database queries, and so far, it runs my current gaming obsession (Valheim) with aplomb at ultra settings. While the 6800M is at this writing AMDs top mobile gpu, there are a few Radeon mobile gpus that best it (3070s and 3080s). The QHD display is beautiful (imh0). The machine is smaller and lighter than my previous laptop (a 6 year old Lenovo Edge 15) with the same size screen. Some may miss the numeric keypad, but I find it to be quite usable. A couple notes: I said I like the keyboard and the display, and I do, but I have ordered a 38" UWQHD monitor (Alienware AW3821DW) so I can put two FHD windows side by side, as I find that ability handy for my development work. When using that configuration, I will close the laptop and use my newly acquired mechanical keyboard (Glorious GMMK2), which is delightful to type on. (I am using it to type this review.) If Best Buy allows editing of reviews, I will update this review with information on how the 6800M handles the the higher resolution.
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionNo mux switch means around a 15% loss in gaming average fps when not connected to external monitor correct? So this is a pass for me if I don't intend to use an external monitor?
Asked by Yoda.
- A:Answer The percentage you mention really only applies to esports games. The difference gets much smaller with more GPU demanding titles. Ultra settings in a AAA with the 2K screen, you’re talking about only a handful of FPS, basically negligible.
Answered by Mark
Q: QuestionDoes it still have the bad ram and the lack of mux switch?
Asked by Jj.
- A:Answer No Mux switch and Ram is fixed with new batch
Answered by Bruh
Q: QuestionIs it still going to be liquid metal for the CPU cooling? Also, will you be able to change to DISCRETE only graphics in the motherboard BIOS to bypass CPU graphics?
Asked by Yoda.
- A:Answer Yes, CPU has liquid metal cooling and so does the GPU. No, u can't do that directly as it doesn't have a mux switch. But connecting to an external monitor will allow direct access to the dedicated GPU.
Answered by passerby
Q: QuestionHey ASUS, Will the HDMI port bypass the igpu? Or is the type C/DP port required to bypass it (also finding a DP to Type C cable is kind of hard, is this a normal cable or is one included)? I know this laptop has no MUX switch, will HDMI work to bypass?
Asked by Yoda.
- A:Answer Various reviews from what Ive seen have said that the HDMI port does not connect directly to the dedicated GPU, but the USB-C (DP 1.4 spec) does.
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum RAM the laptop can use: 32GB or 644GB?
Asked by nick.
- A:Answer It supports up to 2 x 32gb 3200mhz laptop ram, I am pretty sure it only has two ram slots, so you have to use two 32 gb strips, it will not go higher than a total of 64gb though, because that’s all the ryzen 9 5980hx allows.
Answered by Dewey
Q: QuestionIs this a real laptop that's actually coming out?
Asked by Zergleb.
- A:Answer its in stock today, grab it while you can!
Answered by Anonymous
Q: QuestionCan local geek squad upgrade with additional memory and hard drive when order comes in?
Asked by Knull.
- A:Answer I believe the answer to that would be yes. But they will probably charge a fee. Its actually pretty simple to upgrade the RAM and storage on the ROG Strix G15. I did it for mine. Just remove the screws from the bottom of the panel (there are 11 of them). Carefully remove the panel, don't force it open. Be careful when removing it since the light bar is connected to the motherboard. Once removed you will see 2 black heat pads. The memory is underneath. The SSD is located to the left of that. For the memory just make sure you buy DDR4-3200MHz (thats the memory for the Ryzen 9 5900HX). You can also watch several videos on YouTube showing how to do it. Hope this helps.
Answered by ExcidiumX1
Q: QuestionCan a Gen 4 2 tb nvme be install? What about 4tb gen 3 nvme? Is replacing the original nvme a good idea? Reinstall the window os on 2 new nvme drive?
Asked by BushyAsian.
- A:Answer Its highly recommended to upgrade the SSD. Gen 4 will work, but if its cheaper, just get a gen 3, as youll only see gen 3 speeds if you use a gen 4. This laptpp supports up to 4Tb of storage
Answered by Lexius