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ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 gaming laptop in Off Black finish

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 G635LX-XS97-HID8 16" WQXGA 240Hz Mini LED Ultra 9-275HX RTX 5090 64GB

SKU CH-E38D-73FSP

16-inch WQXGA 240 Hz Mini LED gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, RTX 5090 24 GB GDDR7 graphics, 64 GB DDR5 memory and 16 TB NVMe storage

  • ColorOff Black
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPUIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
  • Screen16" WQXGA
  • Memory64GB
  • Storage16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Screen Size

  • 16.0"
  • 18.0"

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

GPU GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU

  • GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
  • GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Memory|SSD 64GB|16 TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • 24-core Ultra 9-275HX reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5090 with 24 GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" WQXGA Mini LED panel runs at 240 Hz for smooth motion
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 dual-channel memory handles multitasking
  • 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage loads games and apps fast

Built for High-End Gaming and Creation

The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 G635LX-XS97-HID8 pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX 24-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card carrying 24 GB of GDDR7 memory. A 16-inch WQXGA Mini LED panel running at 240 Hz delivers sharp 2560 x 1600 visuals. The system ships with 64 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz RAM and a 16 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD array, all driven by Windows 11 Pro.

Thermal Upgrades and Compact Chassis

HIDevolution applies Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut liquid metal to the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme compound to the GPU, lowering peak temperatures under sustained loads. The Off Black chassis measures 13.94 x 10.55 x 0.90–1.21 inches and weighs 6.28 lbs, fitting the high-wattage silicon into a frame that still slides into a standard backpack. Every port and the per-key RGB keyboard are validated during a full functional check before the unit leaves the workshop.

Ready-to-Run Configuration

The dual 8 TB NVMe modules and matched 2 x 32 GB DDR5 sticks arrive pre-installed and stress-tested, eliminating the need for user assembly or driver hunting. BIOS firmware and driver stacks are updated to the latest stable revisions, and a burn-in cycle confirms thermal stability across CPU and GPU cores. Windows 11 Pro is activated and configured, so the machine boots straight to a clean desktop ready for immediate workloads.

Highlights

  • 24-core Ultra 9-275HX reaches 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5090 with 24 GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" WQXGA Mini LED panel runs at 240 Hz for smooth motion
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 dual-channel memory handles multitasking
  • 16 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage loads games and apps fast

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesROG Strix SCAR 16
ModelG635LX-XS97
Part NumberG635LX-XS97-HID8
ColorOff Black
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPUIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
Screen16" WQXGA
Memory64GB
Storage16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Graphics CardNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 5090
Video Memory24GB
Dimensions (W x D x H)13.94" x 10.55" x 0.90" ~ 1.21"
Weight6.28 lbs
CPU TypeIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
Processor NameIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Number of Cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Core NameArrow Lake
Turbo FrequencyMax Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz
CPU L3 Cache36 MB
Screen Size16.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeWQXGA
Resolution2560 x 1600
Refresh Rate240Hz
Display Features2.5K 240Hz Mini LED
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD16TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec16 TB (2 x 8 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Memory SpeedDDR5 5600MHz
Memory Spec2 x 32 GB
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported128GB
WLANWi-Fi 7(802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth® 5.4
USB3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps)
Thunderbolt2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC (data speed up to 120Gbps)
HDMI1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Audio Ports3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
AudioSmart Amp Technology, Dolby Atmos, AI noise-canceling technology, Hi-Res certification (for headphone), Built-in array microphone
Speaker4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
TouchpadYes
KeyboardBacklit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
Webcam1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello
Card ReaderNone
StyleThin and Light
TypeGaming & Entertainment
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/ChargerRectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, 380W, Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Battery90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion

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Questions about this item

What PCIe generation does the 16 TB storage run on and what practical throughput ceiling does that set?

The dual 8 TB M.2 drives use PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe, so sequential reads top out around 7 GB/s in real-world use.

What are the exact chassis dimensions and weight so I can confirm it fits my bag and desk space?

The laptop measures 13.94" wide, 10.55" deep, 0.90" to 1.21" high and weighs 6.28 lbs.

How is the liquid metal applied on the CPU and what common reinstall mistake should I avoid?

Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut is pre-applied between the CPU die and cold plate; if you ever reseat the cooler, clean both surfaces completely and apply a fresh thin layer — never reuse the old liquid metal.

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