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ASUS ROG Strix G18 gaming laptop 18" 240Hz WQXGA Ryzen 9 8940HX RTX 5070 16GB DDR5 4TB PCIe
An 18-inch gaming laptop with a 240Hz WQXGA display, Ryzen 9 8940HX processor, RTX 5070 graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a 4TB PCIe NVMe SSD
- ColorGray
- CPU TypeRyzen 9 8940HX
- Turbo Frequency5.3 GHz
- CPU L3 Cache64MB Cache
- Screen Size18.0"
- TouchscreenNo
- 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX reaches 5.3 GHz turbo for heavy multitasking
- RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming at WQXGA
- 18-inch 240 Hz 2560x1600 panel gives smooth motion in fast titles
- 4 TB PCIe NVMe SSD stores large libraries without extra drives
- 16 GB DDR5 SO-DIMM and WiFi 6E keep data and network latency low
18-inch WQXGA 240 Hz gaming laptop
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 pairs an 18.0 inch 2560x1600 display running at 240 Hz with a Ryzen 9 8940HX processor that reaches 5.3 GHz turbo and carries 64 MB L3 cache across 16 cores and 32 threads. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR5 SO-DIMM memory and a 4 TB PCIe NVMe SSD complete the platform for high-refresh competitive play and content workloads.
RTX 5070 8 GB GDDR7 graphics
The dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 brings 8 GB of GDDR7 video memory and supports VR-ready output through HDMI. Integrated graphics remain available for lighter tasks while the discrete GPU handles ray-traced titles and compute workloads at the panel's native resolution and refresh rate.
280 W adapter with 90 Wh battery
A 280 W power supply feeds the CPU and GPU under sustained load while the 4-cell 90 Wh battery provides mobile endurance away from mains power. The chassis measures 15.75 by 11.75 by 1.4 inches in Eclipse Gray and includes WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, webcam and per-key RGB keyboard for complete connectivity.
Highlights
- 16-core Ryzen 9 8940HX reaches 5.3 GHz turbo for heavy multitasking
- RTX 5070 with 8GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming at WQXGA
- 18-inch 240 Hz 2560x1600 panel gives smooth motion in fast titles
- 4 TB PCIe NVMe SSD stores large libraries without extra drives
- 16 GB DDR5 SO-DIMM and WiFi 6E keep data and network latency low
Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Color | Gray |
| CPU Type | Ryzen 9 8940HX |
| Turbo Frequency | 5.3 GHz |
| CPU L3 Cache | 64MB Cache |
| Screen Size | 18.0" |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| GPU/VPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Graphic Type | Dedicated Card |
| SSD | 4TB |
| HDD | No |
| Storage Spec | 4TB PCIe SSD |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Memory Speed | DDR5 |
| Memory Type | SO-DIMM |
| Optical Drive Type | No Optical Drive |
| WLAN | 802.11ax Wireless LAN |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Audio Ports | 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack |
| Virtual Reality Ready | Yes |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Backlit Keyboard | Backlit |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Card Reader | No |
| Style | Standard |
Questions about this item
What does the 240 Hz refresh rate on the 18" WQXGA display mean for actual gameplay?
The 240 Hz panel can show up to 240 frames each second at 2560x1600, so fast motion stays sharp and input lag feels minimal in competitive titles.
What does the HDMI port support on this laptop?
The HDMI output lets you connect an external monitor or TV for additional screen space or higher-refresh gaming.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the chassis?
The body measures 15.75 in wide by 11.75 in deep by 1.4 in thick and weighs 6 lb.
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