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Black 18 inch gaming laptop with matte finish and RGB keyboard backlighting

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G18 18" FHD+ 144Hz Ryzen 9 8940HX RTX 5050 64GB 2TB gaming laptop

SKU CH-EZJD-E29JK

An 18-inch FHD+ 144Hz gaming laptop driven by a 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX and RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics, with 64GB DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, in a 0.91-inch black chassis

  • ColorBlack
  • CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
  • Processor Name2.40GHz
  • Number of Cores16-core Processor
  • Turbo Frequency5.3 GHz
  • Screen Size18.0"
  • 18-inch FHD+ 144Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX up to 5.3 GHz powers heavy workloads
  • RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics handle modern titles
  • 64GB DDR5 with 2TB PCIe SSD provides ample speed and space
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections fast and stable

18-inch FHD+ 144Hz display

The 18.0-inch panel runs at 1920 x 1200 resolution with a 144Hz refresh rate. It is a non-touch WUXGA screen that delivers crisp visuals for fast-paced gaming and content work. The larger canvas gives more room for multitasking without external monitors.

Dual USB 4.0 Type-C and HDMI 2.1

Two USB 4.0 Type-C ports support DisplayPort, G-SYNC and power delivery. Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 FRL output, RJ45 LAN and a 3.5mm combo jack complete the I/O. Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 handle wireless connectivity.

64GB DDR5 with RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7

The 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX at 2.4-5.3 GHz pairs with 64GB of DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD. The RTX 5050 laptop GPU brings 8GB of GDDR7 video memory. Buyers needing a lighter chassis or longer unplugged runtime should consider smaller alternatives.

Highlights

  • 18-inch FHD+ 144Hz display delivers smooth visuals
  • 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX up to 5.3 GHz powers heavy workloads
  • RTX 5050 8GB GDDR7 graphics handle modern titles
  • 64GB DDR5 with 2TB PCIe SSD provides ample speed and space
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 keep connections fast and stable

Specifications

SeriesRaider
ModelROG Strix G18
ColorBlack
CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 9
Processor Name2.40GHz
Number of Cores16-core Processor
Turbo Frequency5.3 GHz
Screen Size18.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeFHD+
Resolution1920 x 1200
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video Memory8GB
SSD2TB PCIe SSD
HDDNo
Memory64GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
WLANYes
BluetoothYes
USB2
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
SpeakerInternal Speakers
TouchpadYes
KeyboardYes
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamYes
StyleStandard
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
Package ContentLaptop, Charger
Weight6 - 6.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

How long before the 5.3 GHz turbo on the Ryzen 9 8940HX throttles under a continuous heavy load?

The 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX runs at 2.4 GHz base and can hit 5.3 GHz turbo; sustained all-core speeds will settle lower once the cooling system reaches thermal equilibrium.

What fan noise and surface temperatures should I expect from the RTX 5050 and 64 GB DDR5 after hours of gaming?

The 18-inch chassis uses ROG intelligent cooling to manage the RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 and 64 GB DDR5; expect audible fans under load and warm keyboard deck areas during extended sessions.

Which external monitor cables or docks work with the USB 4.0 Type-C ports that support DisplayPort and G-SYNC?

Both USB 4.0 Type-C ports carry DisplayPort and G-SYNC signals, so any DisplayPort-alt-mode cable or dock will drive an external display at up to the panel's native timing.

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