Description
Overview
High-wattage RTX 4090 power on a fast screen
The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834JY-XS97) is an 18-inch gaming laptop for players who want top-tier frame rates on a large, fast screen. It combines a 24-core Intel Core i9-13980HX with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 laptop GPU running at up to 175W with Dynamic Boost, plus 32GB of DDR5 and a 2TB SSD.
- ✓ Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24 cores
- ✓ RTX 4090 at up to 175W
- ✓ 18-inch QHD+ 240Hz, 3ms
- ✓ 32GB DDR5 and 2TB SSD
Feature 01
RTX 4090 at full power
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 laptop GPU runs at up to 175W with Dynamic Boost, which shifts power to the GPU when games need it most. That extra headroom helps sustain high frame rates at demanding settings. It is graphics power tuned for serious players.
Feature 02
Core i9 with 24 cores
The Intel Core i9-13980HX brings 24 cores and speeds up to 5.6 GHz. It keeps games fed with data and handles streaming, recording and background apps at the same time, so performance holds steady during long sessions. It is processing built for gamers who also stream.
Feature 03
Fast, vivid 18-inch display
The 18-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) panel refreshes at 240Hz with a 3ms response time and G-SYNC for crisp, tear-reduced motion. 100% DCI-P3 color coverage delivers rich, vibrant visuals for games, movies and creative work. The large size draws you deeper into every game.
Feature 04
Expandable and well connected
32GB of DDR5 memory occupies two slots with support for up to 64GB, alongside a 2TB SSD. Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, two USB-A, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G LAN and Wi-Fi 6E connect your gear, and a 90Wh battery powers the system on Windows 11 Pro.
Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core i9-13980HX, 24 cores, up to 5.6 GHz |
|---|---|
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 laptop GPU, up to 175W with Dynamic Boost |
| Display | 18-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, 3ms, 100% DCI-P3, G-SYNC |
| Memory | 32GB DDR5 (two slots, up to 64GB) |
| Storage | 2TB SSD |
| Ports | Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, two USB-A, HDMI 2.1, 2.5G LAN |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Battery | 90Wh |
| Weight | About 3.1 kg (6.83 lb) |
| Model | G834JY-XS97 (2023) |
Ideal for
Competitive and enthusiast gamers who want sustained high frame rates on a large 240Hz screen.
