The Asus ROG Strix G18 (2023) is now available for pre-order with an IPS panel display, Intel Core i9 13980HX CPU, and RTX 4070 GPU.
Asus ROG Strix G18 (2023) Overview
Asus has placed the new ROG Strix G18 in its premium and most strengthened category for this year. The G18 is a gaming laptop that features the latest processors, Intel and NVIDIA, and many more new advanced technologies. In this article, we will learn the features, specifications, price, and availability of the Asus ROG Strix G18 (2023) in Nepal.
Built & Display
This 2023 premium gaming laptop comes with an 18-inch QHD “Nebula Display”, 240Hz refresh rate, and a 3ms response rate which is also compatible with NVIDIA G-Sync. Supporting NVIDIA G-Sync and offers 500 nits of brightness with 100% DCI-P3 coverage. There is also a cheaper option available with a WUXGA screen, offering a 165Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB coverage. The laptop is available in two color options: Eclipse Gray and Volt Green, and it has a cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic with pixel art accents and painted patterns above the exhaust ports. It has a thickness of 30.8mm and weighs around 3.1 kg.
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Performance & Cooling
For performance, it has the powerful latest components that offer two CPUs, the Core i7-13650HX as the base variant, and the i9-13980HX as a higher-end option. In terms of graphics, users can choose from a range of options, starting from the entry-level RTX 4050 up to the high-end RTX 4080, which provides the most power at 175W.
As for the cooling, the premium gaming laptop has a major highlight in its Tri-Fan Cooling Solution. While most gaming laptops have dual-fan setups, this model adds a third fan dedicated to cooling the GPU and VRAM. The Tri-Fan Cooling system was first introduced in the Flow X16 and has now been scaled for the 16-inch and 18-inch ROG gaming laptops. The heat sink in the G18 is 92.23% larger compared to its predecessor ROG Strix G16, which also has seven heat pipes. Likewise, the RTX 4080 graphics variant comes with Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal for improved cooling performance.
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Battery & Other Features
The device is fueled by a 90Wh battery that can be charged from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes using the provided 100W Type-C power adapter. It has a dual-speaker setup with support for 5.1.1 channel virtual surround sound and two-way AI Noise cancellation. The laptop offers a variety of ports such as two USB-A, two USB-C, Ethernet, and HDMI, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. For wireless connectivity, it has Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.
Asus ROG Strix G18 (2023) Specifications
| Built | 399 x 294 x 23.1 ~ 30.8 mm, 3.1 kg |
| Display | 18″ IPS panel, 165/240Hz refresh rate, G-Sync, Dolby Vision, Advanced Optimus |
| Resolution | QHD / FHD resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio |
| Processor | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13650HX / Core i9-13980HX |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / 4060 / 4070 (140W) / 4080 (175W) |
| Keyboard | Single-zone backlit keyboard |
| RAM | up to 32GB DDR5 (4800MHz) |
| Storage | up to 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| Audio | 2x speakers with Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio |
| Webcam | 720p HD |
| Connectivity | Dual-band WiFi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2 |
| I/O Ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (w/ DisplayPort, Power Delivery), 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, 1x RJ-45 |
| Battery | 90 Watt-hours battery |
| Power Supply | 100W USB-C AC Adapter |
| Colors | Eclipse Gray, Volt Green |
Asus ROG Strix Scar G18 (2023) Price in Nepal and Availability
In Nepal, the price of Asus ROG Strix Scar G18 (2023) is Rs. 331,000 for Intel Core i9 13980HX, RTX 4070, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 18″ WQXGA 165Hz. The device is available for pre-order via ITTI.
| Asus ROG Strix Scar G18 (2023) | Price in Nepal (Official) | Availability |
| G814JI: Intel Core i9 13980HX, RTX 4070, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 18″ WQXGA 165Hz | Rs. 331,000 | ITTI |
Final Thoughts:
The Asus ROG Strix G18 (2023) is a high-performance gaming laptop that has the latest Intel and NVIDIA components to deliver an exceptional gaming experience. Thought it got all the latest specifications, but the ROG Strix G16 (2023) offers a larger display. But overall the G18 is a compelling option for gamers seeking top-tier performance and features.
It has powerful processors and a range of graphics choices, including the impressive RTX 4080, it offers excellent performance capabilities. The addition of the Tri-Fan Cooling Solution, with a larger heat sink and liquid metal, ensures efficient heat dissipation during intense gaming sessions. The 18-inch QHD display with high refresh rates and G-Sync support provides smooth visuals, while the cyberpunk-inspired design adds a unique aesthetic.
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