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Key Specs
Screen Size18 inchesScreen Resolution2560 x 1600Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate240HzBrightness1100 nitsProcessor ModelIntel Core i9 14th GenerationCPU Base Clock Frequency2.2 gigahertzStorage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesSystem Memory (RAM)32 gigabytesGraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4Battery TypeLithium-ionBacklit KeyboardYes
General
Product NameROG Strix SCAR 18” 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD – Intel 14th Gen Core i9 with 32GB Memory – NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 – 1TB SSDBrandASUSModel NumberG834JZR-XS96Year of Release2024ColorOff BlackColor CategoryBlack
Display
Screen Size18 inchesScreen Resolution2560 x 1600Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate240HzBrightness1100 nits
Processor
Processor BrandIntelProcessor ModelIntel Core i9 14th GenerationProcessor Model Number14900HXCPU Base Clock Frequency2.2 gigahertzCPU Boost Clock Frequency5.8 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores24-coreNumber of CPU Threads32Neural Processing Unit (NPU)No
Storage
Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesSolid State Drive Capacity1000 gigabytesSolid State Drive InterfacePCIe 4.0
Memory
System Memory (RAM)32 gigabytesType of Memory (RAM)DDR5System Memory RAM Speed5600 megahertzNumber Of Memory Slots2Number of Memory Sticks Included2System Memory RAM Expandable To64 gigabytes
Graphics
Graphics TypeDedicatedGPU BrandNVIDIAGraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s)DLSS 3 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracingGPU Video Memory (RAM)12 gigabytesGPU Video Memory Type (RAM)GDDR6
Compatibility
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Connectivity
Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)1Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total)2Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)1USB Ports2 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x USB-C 3.2Number of USB Ports (Total)3Headphone JackYesMicrophone InputYesWireless ConnectivityWi-Fi, BluetoothEthernet Card10/100/1000/2500Number Of Ethernet Ports1
Power
Power Supply Maximum Wattage330 wattsBattery Cells4-cellBattery TypeLithium-ion
Expansion
Number of M.2 Slots2
Camera
Front-Facing CameraYesFront Facing Camera Video Resolution720pBuilt-In MicrophoneYes
Features
Backlit KeyboardYesCustomizable Keyboard LightingRGBCustomizable Case LightingYes
Dimensions
Product Height0.91 inchesProduct Width15.71 inchesProduct Depth11.57 inchesProduct Weight6.83 pounds
Certifications & Listings
ENERGY STAR CertifiedYesEPEAT QualifiedNo
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 yearManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
UPC197105348967
Break all limits with the ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop. Dominate the Windows 11 Pro battlefield with a powerful 14th Gen Intel Core processor, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPU. With its swift 32GB memory and expansive PCIe storage, multitasking becomes easy and loading times become minimal. The ROG Nebula display guarantees bright and vivid visuals for gaming, editing, and productivity.
Windows 11 Pro
Windows 11 Pro features BitLocker Drive Encryption for enhanced security and combines the power of Windows 10 with a redesigned, refreshed look. It introduces new tools, sounds, and apps, ensuring every detail has been carefully considered. Together, these elements create a refreshing experience on your PC.
Exceptional visuals with the 18" ROG Nebula HDR
The Nebula HDR badge means you are getting the highest tier panel, featuring Mini LEDS with up to 110 nits brightness, 2000 dimming zones, QHD 240Hz/3ms, 100% DCI-P3 color with Pantone Validation, among other premium features.
14th Gen Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
Effortlessly handle gaming and intensive tasks with the Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor with 24 cores and 32 threads.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Graphics
Powered by NVIDIA DLSS 3 and ultra-efficient Ada Lovelace architecture, and Max-Q Technologies, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU is fully unleashed with a max TGP of 175W with Dynamic Boost.
NVIDIA® Advanced Optimus with MUX Switch
Blazing fast memory - 32 GB RAM
With 32GB DDR5-5600MHz memory, the Strix SCAR 18 seamlessly manages graphics-heavy PC games, video editing, and numerous applications.
1TB Solid State Drive
The 1TB PCIe 4x4 SSD not only provides ample storage for large files but also ensures rapid access, enhancing overall system performance.
A MUX Switch increases laptop gaming performance by 5-10% by routing frames directly from the dGPU to the display bypassing the iGPU. With Advanced Optimus the switch between iGPU and dGPU becomes automatic based on the task, optimizing battery life.
Sustain peak perforamance with ROG Intelligent Cooling
To put this amount of power in a gaming laptop, you need an even better cooling solution. The Strix SCAR 18 features Thermal Grizzly’s Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the CPU, and a third intake fan among other premium features, to allow for better sustained performance over long gaming sessions.
Stay connected
Extensive connectivity with 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1x Thunderbolt 4 support DisplayPort, 1x USB 3.2 Gen, 2 Type-C support DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL. Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band), and Bluetooth 5.3.
Showstopping Design
The Strix SCAR 18 embodies ROG's distinct style with a unique chassis design with dot matrix elements and RGB accents in the front, rear, and keyboard.
XBOX GAME PASS Included
Get a free 90-day pass and gain access to over 100 high-quality games. With games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.
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Q: Questiondoes this model have the Mini LED display?(2 answers)
A: AnswerAccording to the "Features" list found on the Best Buy page is seems so, see below: Exceptional visuals with the 18" ROG Nebula HDR The Nebula HDR badge means you are getting the highest tier panel, featuring Mini LEDS with up to 110 nits brightness, 2000 dimming zones, QHD 240Hz/3ms, 100% DCI-P3 color with Pantone Validation, among other premium features.Answered by BrianH
Q: Questioni have a simple question is the SSD TB space expanable? if so how much(1 answer)
A: AnswerYes, the SSD storage space in the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JZR) is expandable. The laptop comes with an M.2 2280 PCIe, Gen4x4 Performance SSD, and it has two slots. The maximum capacity of the SSD that the laptop can support is 2TB per slot.Answered by ASUS Answers
- A: AnswerNo, RAID was not implemented on this laptop, it is preinstalled with 1TB SSD.
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Asked by Ghop
- A: AnswerThe minimum brightness for the display may vary and it can be setup manually inside Settings > System > Display.
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Q: QuestionHow easy is it to clean the three dust filters?(1 answer)
A: AnswerFor the air filters located on the bottom plastic panel on the Strix Scar 18", any soft bristled brush such as a clean and dry paintbrush can be used to swipe away any visible dust. If you want to clean inbetween the fans and heatsink, you will have to remove the entire heatsink as the fans are placed underneath the heatpipes. This makes the whole process very tedious and risky since both the GPU and CPU use liquid metal TIM and is not recommended. There is the danger of the liquid metal dripping onto the motherboard and shorting it out if the heatsink removal process is done incorrectly.Answered by Kevin
- A: AnswerAlthough I have not bought the laptop, the RAM is upgradeable. However, most gaming laptops have two RAM sticks installed, to run the RAM in dual channel mode(which gives more performance). Most laptops with upgradeable RAM have only two slots, which both are used on this one. If you want to upgrade the RAM to 64 GB, you would want two DDR5 32GB 5600Mhz RAM sticks.
Answered by Anonymous
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Reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 16 reviews
4.6Rating by feature
- 3.5Battery Life
Rating 3.5 out of 5 stars
- 5.0Speed
Rating 5.0 out of 5 stars
- 5.0Display
Rating 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 expert reviews
Customers are saying
Customers are satisfied with the ROG Strix SCAR 18” 240Hz Gaming Laptop’s mini LED display and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card. Customers appreciate the vibrant colors and deep blacks of the mini LED display, as well as the powerful performance of the RTX 4080 graphics card.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful and nice performance.
Exceptional performance and beautiful, as well the feeling of the entire laptop it’s amazing.
Posted by GabrielB
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Gaming laptop of 2025
Amazing bright and vibrant mini led screen! For me this beautiful screen beats oled. The mini led provides outstanding blacks while the 1100 nits makes highlights pop. The RTX 4080 and i9 14th gen cpu provides the power needed to play AAA games at max settings. Pics provided are side by side of the Scar mini led 18 vs the razer 16 oled. You decide
Posted by Flx911
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing screen / last gen performance
The screen is the seller here, with bright and punchy colors and deep blacks. But the performance is the same or lower than last years laptops.
Posted by Oliver