2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 specs, features, and analysis
Here's what you need to know about 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 including price, display info, CPU, RAM, storage, battery, and more.
Key Features | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
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Availability | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Released | 2023 |
| Release Date | Announced on January 04, 2023 (CES 2023) |
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Exterior | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Dimensions | 15.71 x 11.57 x 0.91 ~ 1.21” (399 x 294 x 23.1 ~ 30.8 mm) |
| Weight | 6.83 lbs (3.10 kg) |
| Colors | Eclipse Gray |
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Display | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Size | 18 Inches |
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Ports | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Ports | Left (6)
Right (2)
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Internal Specs | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
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Geekbench 5 Single CoreGeekbench 5 Multi-Core | |
| Integrated Graphics |
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| Memory | 16GB 32GB 64GB Dual-Channel 4800MHz DDR5 SDRAM. 2 x SODIMM slots |
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| Storage | 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0. 2 x M.2 SSD slots, supports RAID-0. |
Connectivity | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6E with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. |
Battery | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Size | 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. |
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Software | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
| Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate |
Camera & Audio | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
| Camera | 720p HD Webcam Top mounted |
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Misc | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
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Our analysis and reviews
What we like
Reasons to like about 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18.
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 exceed all minimum system requirements for Windows 11.
| Requirements | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
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| Secure Boot | Yes |
| TPM 2.0 | TPM 2.0 |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-13980HX |
| 4GB RAM | 16GB → 64GB |
| 64GB Drive | 1TB → 4TB |
| 2 Cores CPU | 24 cores |
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 comes with two M.2 slots that you can easily upgrade and install an additional SSD to expand the storage on the device. Learn more
| Storage Slots | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
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| M.2 | x2 |
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 has two RAM slots which you can use to add or replace with a larger one if it isn't already at the maximum size that the system chipset support. Learn more
| Memory | 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18 |
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| Slots | x2 |
| Type | DDR5 |
| Speed | 4800 MHz |
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6 175W Max TGP
What we don't like
Reasons not to like about 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 18.
In my experience, having power, USB, and video-out ports at the back of the laptop helps reduce cable clutters when connecting to multiple displays and peripherals, especially for desktop replacement machines like the 18-inch ROG Strix G18. It's okay if you plan to use the laptop primarily for gaming.
What's new
Improvements over its predecessor.
Hold nothing back with the most powerful mobile gaming processor from Intel. The Strix SCAR 18 engineering enables up to 65W TDP for Intel Core i9-13900HX and up to 175W TGP for the Nvidia Geforce RTX 4090.
It also has other great features and high-performance components, including:
- Supports up to 64GB of DDR5-4800 memory.
- Supports up to 2 x 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 SSD with RAID-0.
- Shipped with Windows 11 Pro.
The new 18-inch Strix SCAR 18 comes with four Aura Sync zones you can customize to have a distinctive look, including:
- Per-Key RGB keyboard
- Aura Sync Rear Glow
- Aura Sync Light Bar
- Aura Sync logo
- The new ROG Strix SCAR 16 packs the top-of-the-line display technology from ROG flagship laptops.
- The 16-inch 16:10 QHD+ display delivers up to 500 nits peak brightness and 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy.
- Built-in top-mounted 720p webcam.
- More powerful 330W power adapter.
- Full-surround vents
- Tri-fan technology
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