ASUS - ROG Strix SCAR 18” 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD – Intel 14th Gen Core i9 with 32GB Memory – NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 – 1TB SSD - Off Black
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Description
Features
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.
Energy Ratings
Key Specs
- Screen Size18 inches
- Screen Resolution2560 x 1600
- Touch ScreenNo
- Refresh Rate240Hz
- Brightness1100 nits
- Processor ModelIntel Core i9 14th Generation
- CPU Base Clock Frequency2.2 gigahertz
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity1000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM)32 gigabytes
- GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
- Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4
- Battery TypeLithium-ion
- Backlit KeyboardYes
General
- Product NameROG Strix SCAR 18” 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD – Intel 14th Gen Core i9 with 32GB Memory – NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 – 1TB SSD
- BrandASUS
- Model NumberG834JZR-XS96
- Year of Release2024
- ColorOff Black
- Color CategoryBlack
Display
- Screen Size18 inches
- Screen Resolution2560 x 1600
- Touch ScreenNo
- Refresh Rate240Hz
- Brightness1100 nits
Processor
- Processor BrandIntel
- Processor ModelIntel Core i9 14th Generation
- Processor Model Number14900HX
- CPU Base Clock Frequency2.2 gigahertz
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency5.8 gigahertz
- Number of CPU Cores24-core
- Number of CPU Threads32
- Neural Processing Unit (NPU)No
Storage
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity1000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity1000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive InterfacePCIe 4.0
Memory
- System Memory (RAM)32 gigabytes
- Type of Memory (RAM)DDR5
- System Memory RAM Speed5600 megahertz
- Number Of Memory Slots2
- Number of Memory Sticks Included2
- System Memory RAM Expandable To64 gigabytes
Graphics
- Graphics TypeDedicated
- GPU BrandNVIDIA
- GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
- Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s)DLSS 3 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing
- GPU Video Memory (RAM)12 gigabytes
- GPU Video Memory Type (RAM)GDDR6
Compatibility
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Connectivity
- Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Thunderbolt 4
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)1
- Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total)2
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)1
- USB Ports2 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x USB-C 3.2
- Number of USB Ports (Total)3
- Headphone JackYes
- Microphone InputYes
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Ethernet Card10/100/1000/2500
- Number Of Ethernet Ports1
Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage330 watts
- Battery Cells4-cell
- Battery TypeLithium-ion
Expansion
- Number of M.2 Slots2
Camera
- Front-Facing CameraYes
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution720p
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
Features
- Backlit KeyboardYes
- Customizable Keyboard LightingRGB
- Customizable Case LightingYes
Dimensions
- Product Height0.91 inches
- Product Width15.71 inches
- Product Depth11.57 inches
- Product Weight6.83 pounds
Certifications & Listings
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedYes
- EPEAT QualifiedNo
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC197105348967
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 16 reviews
(16 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Battery Life3.5
Rating 3.5 out of 5 stars
- Speed5.0
Rating 5.0 out of 5 stars
- Display5.0
Rating 5.0 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(2)Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars with 2 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.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful and nice performance.
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Exceptional performance and beautiful, as well the feeling of the entire laptop it’s amazing.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Gaming laptop of 2025
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.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
I would recommend this to a friend- Cons mentioned:Performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing screen / last gen performance
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.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.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Assembly, Led
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Portable Powerhouse and Great Quality
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As a dedicated gamer, i am happy to say that this purchase has got me set for a few years easy. The assembly is AMAZING, no issues with the keyboard, motherboard, display, nor Bluetooth or network issues to mention. The built in LED's are a conversation starter, along with the power and quality, this laptop (ASUS ROG BABAY!!!) is truly worth the price. You have amazing customization and can really personalize the ambiance of your system. Its an amazing feature, and I'm glad i have it. The monitor size makes it truly a desktop replacement in every sense of the phrase. The components are top-tier, and competitive. I have no problems running most games on ultra, or highest settings. Only down side is that you CANT RUN ANY GAMES WHATSOEVER WITHOUT YOUR POWER ADAPTER. The system will pretend to cooperate, open the app, and proceed to run at half speed, lost framerates, etc. on battery. So in short, you just cant game on the battery, period. But most gamers already know this. And when you decide to run the game and hit your hour plus mark or so, you have some serious heat coming out of the fans. Be advised, the air can get hot enough to mandate an underside fan, or additional accessories for temp control OF THE ROOM. I haven't had the system overheat yet, or trigger any internal safeguards, and i run the GPU at ULTIMATE most of the time. For example, an hour into HD2, and the office room gets a bit stuffy, and notably warmer, like 3-4 degrees. So make sure you have an open window. But the convenience is amazing, and you can move this thing anywhere. I have even hit the laptop around enough to wince a bit, and it took it fine, no chips, cuts, lost pixels, or component failure , but a mild scratch (BUT I HAVE NEVER DROPPED IT,. When i say hits, think hits when in non-cushioned bag over shoulder while exiting or entering car, or hitting walls when over shoulder)
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Best screen, LedCons mentioned:Heavy
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beast without Burden
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This unit is heavy, However it’s a beast the only one that may slay it is the MSI Titan but that cost 5200 dollars for the RTX4090 version, save yourself 800 dollars and get the 4080 Scar. It also has the Best screen on the planet that I know of. Playing Dragons Dogma 2 and looking at the sky it’s as if you’re looking at the real Sun. And in the dark images are spectacular, I own 2 Oled displays and it puts them to shame, with 2056 mini led array over 18 inches and 1100 nits, you will not be disappointed buy it BUY IT NOW.!!!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:1tb ssd, Nvidia rtx 4080
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
You'll want to hug it it's so awesome!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.First, it's ASUS, which should be enough for a 5 star review right there. Big fan of the brand and their quality for many years. Always been exceptional for me. This laptop has the best screen I've ever seen. The mini LED display is just stunning. Vivid color, and the blackest blacks.. like staring in to the abyss. The lighting effects are awesome, almost as if this thing has a mind and personality of it's own. In case it's not obvious, I love this thing. We've formed a meaningful personal relationship. It's crazy fast and handles everything without breaking a sweat. For the record sweaty laptops are a bad thing, so you don't want that, but you do want this! Stop looking and buy this right now, you won't regret it!
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:1tb ssd, Nvidia rtx 4080
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Laptop
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very impressive laptop, beautiful, fans are quite quiet, its very fast, display is beautiful, for my use case not concerned about battery life but seems at least adequate
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Led, Nvidia rtx 4080
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
best gaming laptop ever
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.10/10 i love and everything works perfect Mini LED is awesome size 18 is perfect totatlly. replace my gaming desk and worh the RTX 4080 combine with the intel i9 runs everysingle game you can get no problem at all
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars with 2 reviews
(2 Reviews)- Laptop MagRating, 4 out of 54.0Rami Tabari on January 24, 2024
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2024) review: Scrapes success with a platinum knifeGreat where it counts, but is it really worth it?
Full Review - Tom's HardwareRating, 3.5 out of 53.5Charles Jefferies on January 12, 2024
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2024) review: Beautiful screen, but needs refinementAsus's massive ROG Strix Scar 18 now sports a beautiful Mini-LED screen, but a 720p webcam on a rig this pricey isn't right.
Full Review
Q: Questiondoes this model have the Mini LED display?
Asked by Oliver.
- A:Answer According 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
Asked by allen.
- A:Answer Yes, 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.
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Q: QuestionDoes the current model incorporate RAID 0 arrays, and if it does, is the 1TB SSD divided into two separate SSDs, or is it a single integrated drive?
Asked by BrianH.
- A:Answer No, RAID was not implemented on this laptop, it is preinstalled with 1TB SSD.
Answered by ASUS Answers
Q: QuestionIs the battery replaceable if it goes bad?
Asked by JimB.
- A:Answer Yes, the battery is replaceable.
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Q: QuestionWhat is the minimum brightness? Like, can the screen be seen at minimum brightness in the dark?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer The 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?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer For 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
Q: QuestionIs the ram upgradable? If so is there an open slot or would it need to be a single new piece of ram?
Asked by MikeB.
- A:Answer Although 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