ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) Gaming Laptop, 32GB

Name: ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026) Gaming Laptop, 32GB
Brand: ASUS
SKU: B0H4279K5T
Price: 4159.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Brand: ASUS

$4,159.96

In Stock · (as of Sep 28, 11:50 PM EDT – Details)

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Brand	ASUS
Amazon category	Traditional Laptops
ASIN	B0H4279K5T

BEST-IN-CLASS PERFORMANCE – Achieve unrivaled performance with Windows 11 Home an Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 290HX Plus, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE MEMORY AND STORAGE – Multitask seamlessly with 32GB of DDR5-6400MHz memory and store all your game library on 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD.
TOP-TIER ROG NEBULA HDR DISPLAY – See every frame on the world's first 4K 240Hz Mini LED laptop panel. Motion stays 16x sharper during fast-paced gameplay through Extreme Low Motion Blur (ELMB), colors remain vivid even in bright rooms, and 2,000+ dimming zones deliver true color and deep, cinematic blacks.
ROG INTELLIGENT COOLING ENGINEERED FOR PEAK PERFORMANCE – ROG's advanced thermals keep your system cool, quiet, and comfortable. Featuring a 20% larger end-to-end vapor chamber, Tri-Fan Technology with 91% more airflow than the previous gen, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on both CPU and GPU for sustained peak performance.
UPGRADE WITH TOOL-FREE ACCESS – No screwdriver needed. Customize your RAM, SSD, and fans instantly with a tool-less latch design.
DUAL THUNDERBOLT 5 CONNECTIVITY – Turn your SCAR 18 into a true battle station with dual Thunderbolt 5 ports offering up to 3x the bandwidth of Thunderbolt 4. Connect to the latest docks, external displays, and high-speed peripherals with ease.
STUDIO-QUALITY AUDIO – Immerse yourself in rich, multidimensional sound with quad speakers powered by Dolby Atmos and Smart Amp technology. Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation keeps your comms crystal clear whether you're streaming, in voice chat, or on a call.
SHOW OFF YOUR STYLE – Express yourself with the customizable AniMe Vision lid display, showcasing text, animations, or your own creations. The full-surround RGB light bar creates a striking 360° glow, while Stealth Mode turns off all lighting for a sleek, professional look.
NEXT-GEN WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY – Stay ahead of the competition with Wi-Fi 7, delivering download speeds up to 2.4x faster than Wi-Fi 6, paired with 2.5G LAN for the most stable and responsive connection possible.
3-MONTH PC GAME PASS INCLUDED – Enjoy a free 3-month pass and access over 100 high-quality games. With new games added regularly, there’s always something fresh to play.