Customer Ratings & Reviews

After setting up my laptop and letting it charge for roughly two hours, I started to get into what this thing could do. The unboxing was like the previous Asus laptop I got. As soon as you open up the lid, the laptop pops up for easy access to that, as well as the power brick and documentation. As usual with my gaming laptops, I install a few games, then get some readings, to see where we are at the “new” stage. Before all that, I wanted to talk about the ease of cracking into the internals. Whether to change batter or whatever, ASUS has made the access unbelievably easy with their tool-less access. They really shine with that move. I have already installed a second SSD drive, and it took less than 5 minutes. They don’t have a screw to hold down the SSD but rather a little quick release knob. Internally, Asus has what they are calling “intelligent cooling”, which they claim will keep the CPU 15 degrees cooler. As far as the keyboard the main thing I must have is a number pad, which this has due to the full-size keyboard. That really is one of the things I really make sure it includes. Gaming so far has been awesome. The fans are not loud, but you do hear (unless wearing headphones) them speed up when they need to. I'll attach some pics you can see the numbers from Windows and in game counter.

The Asus ROG Strix G18 laptop is a great gaming laptop that has all the specs and features to be a daily gamer. Asus has two lines of ROG gaming laptops: Strix and Zephyrus. Both contain all the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5000 series video cards and the latest Intel Core Ultra processors. The main difference is the thinness of each laptop. The Zephyrus is nice and thin but suffers from one major annoyance, heat. Because of how thin it is, the moving of air to keep the laptop cool is not as possible as the Strix series. Since it’s a bit thicker, the fans are bigger and allow more air to be pushed so the laptop stays cooler during heavy gaming. The 18” screen is great for gaming because of how much real estate is possible to see the entire scene of the game. It may not be the latest OLED screen, but most people would not know the difference. Colors and brightness are no problem with this display. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 is whisper quiet thanks to the innovative airflow built into the laptop. Games run smoothly and graphic intensive applications such as video editing and 3D modeling run without a hiccup. Call of Duty, no problem. Marvel Rivals, no problem. Adobe Premiere, no problem. Asus has built into the computer a lot of quality-of-life improvements such as a row of quick access buttons to set fan speeds, brightness, mouse pad lock, and LED lighting. If you are looking for a large gaming laptop, you can’t go wrong with this laptop.

I’ve been using this gaming laptop for a little while now, and I’m honestly impressed with how well it performs. The build quality feels premium, the keyboard is super comfortable for long gaming sessions, and the RGB lighting gives it that clean, gaming-aesthetic without feeling over the top. Performance-wise, this thing doesn’t miss. Games run incredibly smooth, even on high settings, and the cooling system actually keeps temps under control better than I expected for a laptop. I can play AAA titles with no lag or stutter, and it handles multitasking like a champ — gaming, streaming, Discord, and music all at once with zero issues. The display is bright, crisp, and the high refresh rate makes a huge difference in shooters and fast-paced games. The speakers are surprisingly solid too, but it truly shines with a headset. Battery life is what you’d expect for a powerful gaming machine — decent for everyday use, but obviously better when plugged in for gaming. Still, for the performance you get, it’s absolutely worth it. Overall, if you’re looking for a reliable, powerful gaming laptop that delivers top-tier performance without breaking a desktop setup, this one is a great pick. Highly recommend it for gamers, streamers, and anyone who wants serious power in a portable setup.

The ASUS ROG Strix G18 isn’t just a gaming laptop—it’s a monolith of power, forged in the crucible of cosmic ambition. This machine doesn’t whisper performance—it shouts prophecy. If you’re a gamer, creator, or myth-weaver who demands nothing short of domination, this is your throne. Design: Eclipse Grey, Celestial Authority - The Eclipse Grey chassis is sleek, stealthy, and radiates quiet menace. It looks like it was hewn from the armor of a fallen star. - Subtle RGB accents pulse like arcane sigils—customizable, hypnotic, and ready to sync with your mythic setup. Performance: The Heart of a Digital God - Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 HX, this beast doesn’t flinch under pressure. Multitasking, streaming, editing, commanding armies—it handles it all like a sovereign. - The 32GB RAM ensures zero bottlenecks. Your ideas, your reflexes, your fury—unleashed without delay. Graphics: RTX 5080—Visual Ascendancy - The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is a revelation. Ray tracing, DLSS 3, AI-enhanced rendering—this GPU doesn’t just display worlds, it summons them. - Whether you're diving into cinematic campaigns or competitive arenas, the visuals are crisp, fluid, and divine. Display: 18" of Pure Immersion - The 2.5K 240Hz panel is a portal to another realm. Ultra-smooth, razor-sharp, and expansive enough to lose yourself in. - Colors are vivid, motion is liquid, and every frame feels like a brushstroke on the canvas of conquest. Storage & Speed: No Limits, No Mercy - 2TB SSD means lightning-fast load times and enough space to house your entire digital empire. - Boot up, launch, and dominate in seconds. No waiting. No compromise. Final Verdict: The ROG Strix G18 is the kind of machine that doesn’t just meet expectations—it obliterates them. It’s a celestial war engine for those who game with purpose, create with fire, and live by the code of the outlaw seraph. If your setup is your sanctuary, this laptop is your altar.

With the addition of all the AI features, the Adobe Suite needs a powerful machine now to run quickly. I live in Photoshop and the Adobe Suite for my professional life, and this laptop delivers well. It runs all of my games great as well. The easy tool less upgrading is wonderful. I added an extra 4 TB of SSD storage in less than a minute and that includes opening the packaging of the SSD. The only negative I have experienced was the Computer Department Manager at Lakewood, Co Belmar store. He was both rude and pushy. He pushed out the sales person who was helping me so that he could try to upgrade to services I neither needed nor wanted and was extremely rude, when I told him NO. He is the exact type of person that makes me dread shopping at retail locations.

I recently bought this laptop and it has truly exceeded my expectations. The performance is outstanding — the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX paired with the RTX 5080 16GB flies through everything, from video editing and 3D modeling to running AAA games on ultra settings. The 18" QHD+ 240Hz display is incredibly sharp and smooth, perfect for both creative work and competitive gaming. The build quality is solid yet elegant, with excellent cooling and a comfortable keyboard for long sessions. The 32GB RAM and nearly 2TB SSD make everything load instantly. In short, this is a top-tier machine built for demanding professionals and gamers who want the absolute best. Worth every dollar.

This laptop is so much bigger than my ROG STRIX G16, I was worried about the screen being ips with no hdr, but it looks super good especially at 4k with no light bleed. Running 3d mark scores (ill post the photos) it was well above avg scores and didnt even get over 80°C in fact its avg temp for the benchmark was only 65°C of you wanna game at 2k everything maxed out at over 100fps this is the laptop for you, if you wanna game at 4k mid to high settings this is the laptop for you.

Good laptop for the price and specs, although armory crate can cause some issues. Not recommended if youre frequently traveling. IPS screen is nice, short battery life. The quick release/tool-less bottom panel for easy access to upgrading is a great feature. ASUS support is such a tedious hassle though. Purchased open box and tried to register the laptop via ASUS, spent 2 weeks going back and forth with support until they finally managed to register it to my account... except it was missing a couple months of warranty (due to when the previous owner registered it). Nor did I receive any points/credits for registering via ASUS ROG.

This thing is an absolute monster! Pyhsically and performance wise! I was afraid that it wouldn't keep up as well as the 7940hs/4090 G14 it replaced, but wow, does it. I've seen framerates rise across the board, but where it really shines is in CPU heavy tasks... and boy does it shine! Very happy!

I bought this laptop to replace the one my wife was using for work, and I'd wanted something that I could also game on. This laptop will play all the games at high resolution while keeping things pretty cool with the new cooling design. My wife has already noticed just how fast and responsive this laptop is when she's doing her work. Just don't forget to pack that wall charger! This beast doesn't last long while gaming on battery alone. I've already added a second 4TB SSD, which if anyone is wondering, is a regular sized M.2 2280 SSD. The new M.2 is there mainly for storing our Steam games.

My first gaming laptop. I gave purchased ASUS prior and i am very happy and content woth my purchase. ASUS Strix 18" 5080 is amazing. Makes gamimg spectacular with a very smooth and fast processor. Can last several matches online on "eco mode". Great display and very fast.

I have been a console gamer for the longest until I got the Rog Ally Z1E. The Ally was the push that I needed to get converted into PC gaming. I needed something that would be easily moveable within my home, so a desktop was not an option for me. I wanted power and a laptop that will be used for gaming. The Zephyrus line was nice, I didn’t really check out the TUF line, the Scar was out of my budget so I went with an Open Box Strix G line. This G18 with 5080 was more than enough and should last me for years to come. It played every game I tested better than my Series X. I got tired of paying for online, so I’m so happy PC gaming offers free online play. The 2tb is very nice but I’m planning to install another 2tb. The best part is how easily I could open up this laptop and install upgrades. I feel very fortunate to be able to acquire this powerful gaming laptop. I believe I made the best decision in getting this model. It is a banger!

he performance is top-tier — Ultra 9 and RTX 5080 crush anything I run. It's super fast, well-built, and has great cooling. But honestly, I expected more from the display. Colors and brightness just don’t match the price. Still a great machine overall.

This laptop is great, all games run at ultra settings, high frames and its fast. Only thing i dont like is the battery life.

I tested this laptop out for a few weeks and I have to say that the 18 inch screen is amazing. You can tell the difference between this and a OLED screen when it comes to color clearly in OLED screen pops, but this screen does a good job of displaying the colors and have an 18 inches of real estate to game on as a plus. Another feature I liked is the face recognition to unlock the laptop. I will say I tried playing a game like Fortnite on all three modes, silent performance and turbo, and the first thing I noticed was that it doesn’t truly handle the FPS as well as it should once it starts ramping up. This thing gets very loud (fan noise) in performance and turbo mode and after a couple games, your FPS starts to drop even in performance the most I could get was about 130 FPS, which is still decent but this thing should be pushing close to 200. Overall I think this is a great laptop I just think that the price doesn’t justify the performance. I do think that out of the 18 inch displays that are available right now, this is the best. But it’s not the best gaming laptop on the market right now for a RTX 5080. With that being said, I did return this laptop and chose another brand which I am much happier with.

The Strix G18 stands out with its massive 18-inch display and strong all-around performance, rivaling even higher-priced laptops equipped with the RTX 5090. It’s not just about raw power either — the 240Hz refresh rate ensures buttery-smooth gameplay, and the keyboard offers a tactile, responsive feel that’s great for both gaming and productivity. Battery life surpasses expectations for a machine of this size and caliber, and thermal performance remains stable even under heavy load, thanks to an effective cooling system. The build quality is solid, and while the design leans toward the gamer aesthetic, it maintains a relatively clean and mature look. At over 18 inches, this isn't a laptop meant to be carried around all day — but for those looking for a desktop-class experience in a portable form, the Strix G18 delivers exceptional value without the price tag of flagship models.

Love playing online games and this super fast computer lets me do just that. Smooth graphics and a fantastic processor, i have never owned anything this fast before. Love the background lighting too, and i can set it up the way i like it.

Runs well looks good and isn’t too noisy but the battery life is inconsistent and power is dependent on it being plugged in i feel going with a desktop would have been better especially considering the price

This laptop is a beast. I paid 2200 for mine as an excellent open box, which is a STEAL! This is definitely worth $3000!! Right out the box, after updating windows, intel drivers, and the BIOS, this ran black ops 7, warzone and battlefield 6 at the almost ultra highest settings with no problem, averaged about 230fps! Just gotta make a few sacrifices on some graphics settings, but nonetheless, everything else is maxed out! Thanks to 5080 dlss and ai graphics rendering! Best way to configure your nvidia settings is by going on Nvidias control panel, and upload a screenshot of all the setting available to ChatGPT. Tell it to give you the best possible settings on there to maximize your gaming experience. It might take a hour, but it’s worth it! Do this for your games’ display settings as well. While playing games, gpu averaged 80 degrees. Never went above 85. And cpu averaged 90 degrees, never went above 95 degrees. The 240hz display is very responsive and SNAPPY! You can overclock the gpu/cpu/fan setting on the included Asus’ Armoury Crate software. This is very safe because it isn’t a third party app. If you somehow run into problems and it causes damage on your laptop, it is covered by the asus warranty. But like I said, I’ve been running maxed gpu/cpu/fan settings on this and it has never throttled on me. So that will likely never happen. Buy this now! Definitely the best $3000 laptop out right now!

This is my second Asus gaming laptop. I was happy with the first one so I decided to upgrade because I wanted more storage space. So far I have been happy with the memory, graphics and speed.