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ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 gaming laptop 90NR0L81-M005P0
A 16-inch Windows 11 Pro laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5090 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory, 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and a 240Hz Mini LED display
- Release Year2025
- ColorOff Black
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPUIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
- Screen16.0"
- Memory32GB
- Top-tier performance from Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
- Smooth competitive play on 16.0" 240 Hz Nebula HDR Mini LED display
- 32GB DDR5-5600MHz memory and 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD for fast multitasking
- Advanced cooling with vapor chamber, tri-fan design and liquid metal on CPU
- Tool-free latch gives quick access to upgrade RAM, SSD and fans
ROG Strix Scar 16 Gaming Laptop
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 is a 2025 Windows 11 Pro laptop built for gaming, 3D rendering, AI workloads and heavy multitasking. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and 32GB of DDR5-5600 memory. A 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD provides storage for large project libraries.
ROG Intelligent Cooling Thermals
ROG Intelligent Cooling uses an end-to-end vapor chamber, tri-fan technology and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the CPU. The design targets up to 15 °C lower CPU temperatures while keeping acoustics low during normal use. The GPU runs at a 175W TGP within this thermal envelope.
Sustained Load Behaviour
Under sustained load the sandwiched heatsink and vapor chamber spread heat across the chassis to maintain clock speeds. The 240Hz Nebula HDR display with Mini LED backlighting and 2,000+ dimming zones stays colour-accurate at 100% DCI-P3 during long sessions. Tool-free access allows storage or memory upgrades without a screwdriver.
Highlights
- Top-tier performance from Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
- Smooth competitive play on 16.0" 240 Hz Nebula HDR Mini LED display
- 32GB DDR5-5600MHz memory and 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD for fast multitasking
- Advanced cooling with vapor chamber, tri-fan design and liquid metal on CPU
- Tool-free latch gives quick access to upgrade RAM, SSD and fans
Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Series | ROG Strix |
| Model | G635LX-XS97 |
| Part Number | 90NR0L81-M005P0 |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Color | Off Black |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Screen | 16.0" |
| Memory | 32GB |
| Storage | 2 TB PCIE G4 (PERFORMANCE) SSD |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU |
| Video Memory | 24GB |
| AI Features | Copilot+ PC |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 13.94" x 10.55" x 0.90"-1.21" |
| Weight | 6.28 lbs. |
| CPU Type | Intel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2) |
| Processor Name | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Number of Cores | 24-core (8P+16E) Processor |
| Core Name | Arrow Lake |
| CPU L2 Cache | 40MB |
| CPU L3 Cache | 36 MB |
| CPU Support | Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 |
| Screen Size | 16" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Wide Screen Support | Yes |
| Display Type | WQXGA |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
| Panel | Mini LED |
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Display Features | 16:10 Bend+1200nits (HDR)(2000 zone) Anti-Glare |
| GPU/VPU | GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU |
| Graphic Type | Dedicated Card |
| SSD | 2TB PCIe |
| Storage Spec | 2 TB PCIE G4 (PERFORMANCE) SSD |
| Memory Speed | DDR5 5600 |
| Memory Spec | 16 GB x 2 |
| Memory Slot (Total) | 2 |
| Memory Slot (Available) | 0 |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | 802.11be Wireless LAN |
| WiFi Generation | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| USB | 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) |
| Thunderbolt | 2 x Thunderbolt 5 with support for DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC (data speed up to 120Gbps) |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL |
| Audio Ports | 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack |
| Virtual Reality Ready | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB |
| Backlit Keyboard | Backlit |
| Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
| Style | Thin and Light |
| Type | Home / Personal |
| Usage | 3D/CAD Rendering / AI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitasking / Programming |
| AC Adapter/Charger | Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, 380W, Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal |
| Battery | 90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion |
| Shipping weight | 4.54 kg |
| Package size | 508 × 381 × 152 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the 16 inch Nebula HDR display with 240 Hz refresh rate and 100 percent DCI P3 colour suit professional content creation?
The Mini LED panel covers 100 percent DCI P3 and reaches 240 Hz, so colour critical work and fast motion both benefit from the same screen.
Can I add more memory or a second SSD without special tools?
A latch on the bottom gives tool free access to the RAM slots and the PCIe 4.0 SSD bay, letting you upgrade both components in minutes.
How does the cooling system keep the Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5090 laptop GPU at full power?
An end to end vapor chamber, tri fan layout and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the processor move heat away fast enough to sustain 175 W GPU TGP.
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