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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 (2025) by ASUS
Starting from $4,299.99
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
Disclaimer: The price shown is the official launch price (MSRP) for the base storage/RAM configuration.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
A 2025 flagship with a Mini LED Nebula HDR display, RTX 5090 graphics, and a new Thunderbolt 5 port.
About ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 (2025)
The 2025 Strix Scar 16 stepped up to NVIDIA's RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and Intel's Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, paired with a Mini LED "Nebula HDR" display featuring over 2,000 local dimming zones for deep contrast at a 240Hz refresh rate. It introduced Thunderbolt 5 to the Scar line, alongside a MUX switch and Advanced Optimus for optimizing gaming performance versus battery life. Available in Off Black.
Full Specifications
Imported
Model
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 (G635)
Form Factor
Gaming Laptop
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Processor
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU (175W max TGP)
Display Size
16 inches
Display Type
ROG Nebula HDR, Mini LED, 2000+ dimming zones, 100% DCI-P3
Display Resolution
2.5K (2560x1600)
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Refresh Rate
240Hz
Memory (RAM)
32GB DDR5-5600
Storage
2TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
Wireless
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.4
Ports
Thunderbolt 5, USB-A, USB-C, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet (RJ-45)
Keyboard
Per-key RGB backlit, full-size with numeric keypad
Battery
90Wh
Power Adapter
330W
Weight
2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)
Color Options
Off Black
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some users reported the Mini LED display shows faint blooming (light halos) around bright objects on dark backgrounds, typical of Mini LED technology with a finite number of dimming zones. | Not a defect; inherent to Mini LED technology industry-wide. A true per-pixel OLED panel eliminates blooming entirely but wasn't offered on this configuration. |
| A number of owners noted the RTX 5090 configuration's 330W power adapter is large and heavy, adding noticeably to the total travel weight. | Not fixable; high-wattage GPUs require a correspondingly large power adapter. This is standard across flagship 2025 gaming laptops with similar GPU tiers. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What color does the Strix Scar 16 (2025) come in?
Off Black.
Does it have Thunderbolt 5?
Yes, a first for the Scar line, in addition to standard USB-A and USB-C ports.
What's the display technology?
Mini LED with over 2,000 local dimming zones, branded 'ROG Nebula HDR', at 240Hz.
How much does it weigh?
About 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs).
What does the MUX switch do?
It routes frames directly from the discrete GPU to the display, boosting gaming performance by 5-10% over the standard path through the integrated GPU.
Is the storage expandable?
Yes, additional M.2 slots are available for further SSD upgrades.
