ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces ROG Strix SCAR, Strix G18, and Zephyrus, Are Now Available and Shipping
ROG begins shipping the next generation RTX 50 Series of Laptop GPU equipped devices
FREMONT, Calif., March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that it has begun shipping their much-anticipated NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ Series equipped line-up of laptops after initial unveil at CES 2025 subsequent pre-order on February 25, 2025. ASUS ROG's line up of GeForce RTX™ Series Laptop GPUs include: ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18; ROG Strix G18; and ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16. Featuring the latest cutting-edge silicon from Intel and NVIDIA, our portable line up is designed to deliver the power and performance that gamers can expect without compromise.
ROG Strix SCAR 16 & SCAR 18: Unleashing Ultimate Power & Precision
At the heart of our line-up is the 2025 ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18, equipped with Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX and with the option of equipping up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Series Laptop GPU. These NVIDIA powered laptops feature a MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, delivering seamless performance across the most demanding AAA games, high-performance applications, and intensive multi-tasking with ease.
With up to 64GB of DDR5 RAM and a spacious up to 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, the Strix SCAR Series delivers exceptional speed, storage, and smooth multitasking. The tool-less and upgrade friendly design allows users to easily upgrade both memory and storage, empowering users to stay at the cutting edge of technology. Additionally, the AniMe Vision array on the lid and full-surround Aura RGB light bar across the chassis allow gamers to customize their devices and create a distinctive, personal aesthetic.
Visually, the ROG Nebula HDR Display on the SCAR 16/18 elevates gameplay with its 2.5K mini-LED panel, over 2,000 dimming zones, 16:10 aspect ratio, and ultra-responsive 240Hz refresh rate. With 100% DCI-P3 color coverage and a peak brightness of 1200 nits, every frame delivers an immersive experience, augmented by high Ambient Contrast Ratio (ACR) technology to reduce reflections and enhance contrast for the ultimate gaming experience.
ROG Strix G18: Empowering Every Gamer
Designed to unite squads and elevate gaming experiences, the ROG Strix G18 deliver fast AAA gaming performance and seamless content creation, powered by Intel ® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX. Paired with up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Series Laptop GPUs, these devices offer unmatched performance and stunning graphics. With up to 32GB of DDR5 RAM, they ensure smooth multitasking and efficient handling of resource-intensive applications. The advanced Tri-Fan Technology, full-width heatsink, and full-surround vents provide exceptional thermal management, allowing users to maintain peak performance during intense gaming sessions.
Both models are equipped with dual PCIe Gen 4.0 SSD slots and designed for tool-less access, with Intel models supporting PCIe Gen 5 on both slots this allows for seamless storage upgrades. With customizable hotkeys for quick access to essential functions, the ROG Strix G18 empowers gamers to rise to victory.
ROG Zephyrus G14 & G16: Ultra-Portable Gaming at its Best
The ROG Zephyrus G14 and Zephyrus G16 remain the prime choices for gamers and creators that are seeking portability without sacrificing performance. Crafted from a CNC-milled aluminum chassis, these laptops balance lightweight design with structural durability. The G16 is equipped with up to the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285H, while the G14 up to an AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 HX 370 processor, up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX ® 5090 laptop GPUs, ensuring optimal gaming and multitasking on the go. On top of that, Zephyrus G14 and G16 are Co-Pilot+ PC's, reflecting ROG's commitment to integrating AI-powered features that enhance multi-tasking and gaming support.
To maintain peak performance during intense gaming sessions, the Zephyrus series incorporates an advanced cooling system that includes 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans, and either a vapor chamber or a robust set of heat pipes depending on the configuration. With weights of just 3.46lbs for the G14 and 4.30lbs for the G16, alongside maximum thicknesses of 0.63" and 0.59", these ultrathin laptops excel in portability. They also feature Slash Lighting and are available in stylish Platinum White and Eclipse Gray color options, making a bold visual statement.
The Zephyrus G14 boasts a stunning ROG Nebula OLED Display with a 3K 120Hz refresh rate and 0.2ms response time, while the G16 features a 2.5K ROG Nebula OLED Display with a 240Hz refresh rate and similar response time, both offering 100% DCI-P3 color coverage for vibrant visuals. Both models support NVIDIA G-SYNC® for supersmooth, tear-free gameplay.
Pricing & Availability
Pre-orders for our NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series-equipped laptops placed earlier on February have begun shipping. Availability at retailers, including Amazon, Micro Center, and Best Buy will continue to roll out throughout April and May. For specific release dates and availability, please reach out to your ASUS representative.
Specifications
ROG Strix SCAR 18 (RTX 5090)
Config. Model Name | G835LX-XS97 |
Marketing Name | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
Color | Off Black |
Weight | 7.28 lbs |
Dimensions | 15.71" x 11.73" x 0.93" ~ 1.26" |
Display | 18", ROG Nebula HDR, Mini LED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5090 24GB VRAM |
Memory | 16 GB DDR5 (2 x SODIMM Slots) |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (2 x SSD slots, supports PCIe 5.0) |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 1x 2.5G LAN port 2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, |
MSRP | $4499.99 |
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Where to buy link (Best Buy) | Best Buy (Available April 20 for Purchase) |
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ROG Strix SCAR 18 (5090)
Config Model Name | G835LX-XS98 |
Marketing Name | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
Color | Off Black |
Weight | 7.67 lbs |
Dimensions | 15.71" x 11.73" x 0.93" ~ 1.26" |
Display | 18", ROG Nebula HDR, Mini LED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5090 24GB VRAM |
Memory | 32GB DDR5 (2 x SODIMM Slots) |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (2 x SSD slots, supports PCIe 5.0) |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 1x 2.5G LAN port 2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, |
MSRP | $4799.99 |
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ROG Strix SCAR 18 (RTX 5080)
Config Model Name | G835LW-XS97 |
Marketing Name | ROG Strix Scar 18 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
Color | Off Black |
Weight | 7.67 lbs |
Dimensions | 15.71" x 11.73" x 0.93" ~ 1.26" |
Display | 18", ROG Nebula HDR, Mini LED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB VRAM |
Memory | 16 GB DDR5 (2 x SODIMM Slots) |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (2 x SSD slots, supports PCIe 5.0) |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 1x 2.5G LAN port 2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, |
MSRP | $3399.99 |
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ROG Strix SCAR 16 (RTX 5090)
Config Model Name | G635LX-XS97 |
Marketing Name | ROG Strix Scar 16 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
Color | Off Black |
Weight | 6.17 lbs |
Dimensions | 113.94" x 10.55" x 0.90" ~ 1.21" |
Display | 16", ROG Nebula HDR, Mini LED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5090 24GB VRAM |
Memory | 16 GB DDR5 (2 x SODIMM Slots) |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (2 x SSD slots, supports PCIe 5.0) |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 1x 2.5G LAN port 2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, |
MSRP | $4299.99 |
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ROG Strix G18 (RTX 5080)
Config Model Name | G815LW-G18.U95080 |
Marketing Name | ROG Strix G18 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Color | Off Black |
Weight | 7.05 lbs |
Dimensions | 15.71" x 11.73" x 0.93" ~ 1.26" |
Display | 18", ROG Nebula Display, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 nits, |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB VRAM |
Memory | 16 GB DDR5 (2 x SODIMM Slots) |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 1x 2.5G LAN port 2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 19A, |
MSRP | $3059.99 |
Where to buy link | Best Buy (Available April 15 for Purchase) |
ROG Zephyrus G14 (RTX 5080)
Config Model Name | GA403WW-G14.R95080 |
Marketing Name | ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Color | Platinum White |
Weight | 3.46 lbs |
Dimensions | 12.24" x 8.66" x 0.63" ~ 0.72" |
Display | 14", Up to ROG Nebula, OLED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 nits, |
Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB VRAM |
Memory | 32GB LPDDR5X 8000 |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power 1x Type-C USB 4 with support for DisplayPort™ / power 1x card reader (microSD) (UHS-II) |
Battery | 73Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 200W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 10A, |
MSRP | $3169.99 |
Where to buy link | Best Buy (Available May 18 for Purchase) |
ROG Zephyrus G16 (RTX 5090)
Config Model Name | GU605CX-XS98 |
Marketing Name | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
Color | Platinum White |
Weight | 4.3 lbs |
Dimensions | 13.94" x 9.69" x 0.59" ~ 0.69" |
Display | 16", Up to ROG Nebula, OLED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 nits, |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5090 24GB VRAM |
Memory | 64GB LPDDR5X 7467 |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort™ / power delivery 1x card reader (SD) (UHS-II, 312MB/s) |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 240W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 12A, |
MSRP | $4599.99 |
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ROG Zephyrus G16 (RTX 5090)
Config Model Name | GU605CX-G16.U9X5090 |
Marketing Name | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Color | Eclipse Grey |
Weight | 4.3 lbs |
Dimensions | 13.94" x 9.69" x 0.59" ~ 0.69" |
Display | 16", Up to ROG Nebula, OLED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 nits, |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5090 24GB VRAM |
Memory | 32GB LPDDR5X 7467 |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort™ / power delivery 1x card reader (SD) (UHS-II, 312MB/s) |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 240W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 12A, |
MSRP | $4399.99 |
Where to buy link | Best Buy (Available May 11 for Purchase) |
ROG Zephyrus G16 (RTX 5080)
Config Model Name | GU605CW-G16.U95080 |
Marketing Name | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Color | Eclipse Grey |
Weight | 4.3 lbs |
Dimensions | 13.94" x 9.69" x 0.59" ~ 0.69" |
Display | 16", Up to ROG Nebula, OLED, 240Hz, 2560x1600, 500 nits, |
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 5080 16GB VRAM |
Memory | 32GB LPDDR5X 7467 |
Storage | 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
Webcam | 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort™ / power delivery 1x card reader (SD) (UHS-II, 312MB/s) |
Battery | 90 Whr |
AC Adapter | Rectangle Conn, 240W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 12A, |
MSRP | $3399.99 |
Where to buy link | Best Buy (Available April 15 for Purchase) |
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About ROG
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