The refreshed 2026 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop is now available for pre-order in the United States starting at $4,299.99. The flagship portable computer pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with high-end graphics cards, supporting a sustained total power allocation of up to 320 watts. Pre-orders are open on the official online store and partner retail channels.
Gamers can select between two main graphics configurations depending on their budget and workload needs. The base model utilizes an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB of GDDR7 memory, while the premium configuration upgrades to an RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with 24 GB of memory for $4,999.99. Both configurations include 32 GB of DDR5-6400 RAM and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe solid-state drive.
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To control thermals under heavy loads, the cooling setup incorporates a vapor chamber that is 20 percent thicker than the previous generation, alongside triple fans that increase airflow by 91 percent. This performance layout helps the laptop handle demanding tasks like local AI development and high-end 3D rendering, similar to other premium options such as the Razer Blade 18. Visuals are handled by an 18-inch 4K (3840 x 2400) mini-LED screen with a 240 Hz refresh rate and over 2,000 dimming zones.
The display also utilizes ROG Nebula Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB) technology with an eight-zone strobing approach to keep visuals clear during fast-paced gameplay. Other companion models in the brand’s roster, like the ASUS ROG Strix G16, share similar gaming-centric design cues. Connectivity options on the SCAR 18 include dual Thunderbolt 5 ports, a 2.5G Ethernet jack, HDMI 2.1, and Wi-Fi 7.
For customization and upgrades, the laptop includes a tool-less bottom panel with quick access to two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots and two M.2 slots. The chassis is wrapped in customizable Aura RGB lighting that can be managed or turned off in software, and the G835LXG-DB96 configuration weighs 3.73 kilograms while the G835LWG-DB96 configuration weighs 3.70 kilograms.
Source: ASUS Store US G835LWG-DB96, ASUS Store US G835LXG-DB96
