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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 (2023) by ASUS
Starting from $3,699.99
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.
An 18-inch flagship gaming laptop with the RTX 4090 and a 240Hz Pantone-validated Nebula Display.
About ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 (2023)
The 2023 Strix Scar 18 was ASUS's largest and most powerful gaming laptop of the generation, pairing an Intel Core i9-13980HX with an NVIDIA RTX 4090 Laptop GPU at up to 175W. Its 18-inch, 240Hz Nebula Display carried Pantone validation and 100% DCI-P3 coverage, and its included 330W adapter could recharge the 90Wh battery to 50% in 30 minutes. Available in Off Black.
Full Specifications
Imported
Model
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 (G834JY)
Form Factor
Gaming Laptop
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Processor
Intel Core i9-13980HX (13th Gen)
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU (175W max TGP)
Display Size
18 inches
Display Type
ROG Nebula Display, Pantone Validated, 100% DCI-P3
Display Resolution
QHD+ (2560x1600)
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Refresh Rate
240Hz
Memory (RAM)
32GB DDR5-4800
Storage
2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (RAID 0)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.3
Ports
1x Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, USB-C, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet (RJ-45), microSD card reader
Keyboard
Per-key RGB backlit, full-size with numeric keypad
Battery
90Wh
Fast Charging
Yes, 0-50% in 30 minutes
Power Adapter
330W
Color Options
Off Black
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some users reported the 18-inch, heavier chassis makes this a poor fit for portability compared to 14/16-inch gaming laptops, despite ASUS marketing it as a desktop-replacement. | Not fixable; this is an inherent tradeoff of choosing the largest, most powerful Scar model. Consider the Scar 16 or Zephyrus G14 for better portability. |
| A number of owners noted the RTX 4090 configuration runs hot and loud under maximum performance mode, as expected for a 175W mobile GPU. | Not a defect; use Armoury Crate's 'Balanced' or 'Silent' mode for lighter tasks, reserving 'Turbo' for demanding games where maximum performance matters. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What color does the Strix Scar 18 (2023) come in?
Off Black.
How fast does it charge?
0-50% in about 30 minutes with the included 330W power adapter.
What's the display refresh rate?
240Hz at QHD+ (2560x1600) resolution, Pantone Validated.
Does it have Thunderbolt support?
Yes, one Thunderbolt 4 port.
Is the storage expandable?
Yes, it has additional M.2 slots for further SSD upgrades beyond the included 2TB.
Does it have a numeric keypad?
Yes, a full-size keyboard with numeric keypad, per-key RGB backlit.
