ASUS ROG Strix G18 18-inch Gaming Laptop – Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB DDR5, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, Eclipse Gray
Product description
Short Product Description
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LP-XS97 is a high-performance 18-inch gaming and creator laptop built for demanding gaming, content creation, 3D work, multitasking, and professional workloads. It combines the powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, 32GB DDR5 memory, and 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD with an 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz ROG Nebula Display.
Its high-refresh-rate display, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus, premium cooling system, per-key RGB keyboard, Wi-Fi 7, and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity make it a powerful desktop-class replacement for gamers and creative professionals.
Full Product Description
Take your gaming and creative performance to the next level with the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2025). Designed for users who demand serious performance from a portable workstation, the G18 combines flagship-class processing power with powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics and a fast, color-accurate 18-inch display.
At its core is the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, featuring 24 cores and 24 threads with a maximum Turbo frequency of up to 5.4GHz. With up to 80W processor power capability, it is engineered for demanding gaming, multitasking, rendering, compiling, streaming, and other CPU-intensive workloads.
Graphics are handled by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, providing dedicated graphics performance with 8GB GDDR7 VRAM. NVIDIA technologies including Advanced Optimus, DLSS 4 and frame-generation technologies help deliver high-performance gaming and accelerated creative workflows.
The 18-inch ROG Nebula Display delivers a 2560 × 1600 WQXGA resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio and an ultra-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. With 100% DCI-P3 coverage, Pantone validation and NVIDIA G-SYNC, it is equally suited to competitive gaming, entertainment, photo editing, video production and other color-sensitive applications.
For sustained performance, ASUS equips the Strix G18 with an advanced cooling architecture featuring an end-to-end vapor chamber, triple-fan technology and a three-layer heatsink design. ASUS also uses Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on supported high-end GPU configurations and engineered airflow to maintain performance during extended workloads.
The laptop also features 32GB DDR5 memory and 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage, giving users ample capacity for modern games, applications, media libraries and professional projects. The G18's RAM and SSD are designed for convenient upgrading, with two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots and two M.2 storage slots.
Key Features
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Processor
The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX delivers 24-core, 24-thread processing with a maximum Turbo frequency of up to 5.4GHz, providing substantial performance for gaming, multitasking, rendering, development and demanding professional applications.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
The dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU provides powerful graphics acceleration for modern games, 3D applications, video editing and AI-assisted workloads. The matching G815LP-XS97 configuration includes 8GB of GDDR7 graphics memory.
18-inch 2.5K 240Hz ROG Nebula Display
Enjoy sharp 2560 × 1600 resolution, a 16:10 aspect ratio and a 240Hz refresh rate. The display also provides 100% DCI-P3 coverage, Pantone validation and NVIDIA G-SYNC technology for smooth, accurate visuals.
32GB DDR5 Memory
With 32GB of DDR5-5600 memory, the Strix G18 is designed for demanding multitasking, gaming, streaming, editing and professional applications. The memory architecture provides room for future upgrades.
2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
The 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast application loading, quick game launches and generous storage for games, projects and large media files.
Advanced ROG Cooling
The Strix G18 uses an advanced thermal design with a full-coverage vapor chamber, three-fan cooling system, three-layer heatsink architecture and high-performance thermal materials to support sustained performance.
Advanced Connectivity
The laptop provides Wi-Fi 7, 2.5Gb Ethernet, HDMI 2.1 and dual Thunderbolt 5 ports, making it suitable for high-speed networking, external displays, docks and professional peripherals.
Per-Key RGB Gaming Keyboard
The full-size keyboard features per-key RGB lighting, ROG Overstroke technology, dedicated gaming hotkeys and customizable controls through Armoury Crate and Aura Sync.
Specification
General
Product: ASUS ROG Strix G18
Series: ROG Strix G18
Model: G815LP-XS97
Model Year: 2025
Product Type: High-Performance Gaming Laptop
Color: Eclipse Gray
Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
Form Factor: Clamshell Gaming Laptop
Touchscreen: No
Processor
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Processor Family: Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor Generation: Intel Core Ultra Series 2
CPU Architecture: 8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores
CPU Cores: 24 Cores
CPU Threads: 24 Threads
Base Frequency: Up to 2.7GHz depending on specification
Maximum Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.4GHz
Cache: 36MB Intel Smart Cache
Processor Power: Up to 80W depending on performance mode/configuration
NPU: Intel AI Boost
NPU Performance: Up to 13 TOPS
The 275HX is designed for high-performance gaming and demanding multitasking workloads.
Graphics
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Graphics Type: Dedicated
GPU Architecture: NVIDIA Blackwell
Graphics Memory: 8GB GDDR7
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus: Yes
NVIDIA G-SYNC: Yes
NVIDIA DLSS: Supported
Ray Tracing: Supported
AI Acceleration: Supported
The RTX 5070 configuration is designed to provide high-performance gaming and GPU acceleration for creative applications.
Display
Display Size: 18 inches
Display Type: ROG Nebula Display
Panel Type: IPS-level
Resolution: 2560 × 1600
Resolution Class: 2.5K / WQXGA
Aspect Ratio: 16:10
Refresh Rate: 240Hz
Response Time: 3ms
Color Gamut: 100% DCI-P3
Color Validation: Pantone Validated
Brightness: Up to 500 nits peak
Adaptive Sync: NVIDIA G-SYNC
Display Technology: Anti-glare
Display: Non-touch
MUX Switch: Yes
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus: Yes
The display is designed for both competitive gaming and color-sensitive creative work.
Memory
Installed RAM: 32GB
Memory Type: DDR5
Memory Speed: 5600MHz
Memory Configuration: 2 × SO-DIMM
Memory Technology: Dual-channel
Maximum Supported Memory: Up to 64GB on supported configurations
Upgradeability: Yes
ASUS designed the G18 with accessible RAM and storage components for future upgrades.
Storage
Installed Storage: 2TB
Storage Type: PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Form Factor: M.2
SSD Interface: PCIe 4.0
M.2 Slots: 2
Upgradeability: Yes
The second M.2 slot provides additional expansion potential, while ASUS's Q-Latch system simplifies SSD installation.
Wireless & Networking
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7
Ethernet: 2.5Gb Ethernet
Bluetooth: Supported
Wireless Standard: 802.11be
The combination of Wi-Fi 7 and 2.5Gb Ethernet provides high-speed connectivity for gaming, downloads, streaming and network-intensive workloads.
Ports & Connectivity
USB Type-A: 3 × USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB Type-C: 2 × Thunderbolt 5
Thunderbolt: Thunderbolt 5
HDMI: HDMI 2.1
Ethernet: 2.5Gb Ethernet
Audio: 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
Power: DC-in power connector
External Display Support: Supported
The extensive port selection allows the laptop to function as a powerful desktop replacement with multiple peripherals and external displays.
Camera
Camera: FHD IR Camera
Resolution: Full HD
Windows Hello: Supported
The integrated IR camera enables Windows Hello facial authentication on supported configurations.
Audio
Speaker System: Dual speakers
Audio Technology: Dolby Atmos
Virtual Surround: 5.1.2-channel virtual surround
Hi-Res Audio: Supported
Microphone: Built-in microphone array
Noise Cancellation: Two-way AI noise cancellation
Smart Amplifier: Supported
The audio system is designed for immersive gaming, entertainment, communication and streaming.
Keyboard & Input
Keyboard Type: Full-size gaming keyboard
Backlight: Per-key RGB
RGB Technology: ASUS Aura Sync
Key Technology: ROG Overstroke
Dedicated Hotkeys: Yes
Macro/Shortcut Customization: Supported
Touchpad: Large multi-touch touchpad
The keyboard is designed for fast gaming input while also providing convenient controls for everyday productivity.
Cooling
Cooling System: ROG Intelligent Cooling
Vapor Chamber: Full-coverage vapor chamber
Fans: Tri-Fan technology
Heatsink: Three-layer heatsink design
Thermal Material: Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on supported GPU configurations
Airflow: Redesigned rear exhaust and side/bottom intake
Dust Protection: Integrated dust filters
Performance Modes: Silent, Performance and Turbo/Manual modes
The cooling system is designed to maintain performance during extended gaming and demanding workloads.
Battery & Power
Battery Capacity: 90Wh
Battery Type: Lithium-ion
USB-C Charging: Supported
USB-C Power Delivery: Up to 100W supported
Power Adapter: High-wattage AC adapter supplied according to configuration
The large 90Wh battery provides flexibility for mobile use, while USB-C charging provides a convenient secondary charging option.
Design & Lighting
Color: Eclipse Gray
Chassis: Premium gaming design
RGB Lighting: Full-surround Aura RGB lightbar
Keyboard Lighting: Per-key RGB
Lighting Synchronization: Aura Sync
Software: Armoury Crate
The Eclipse Gray chassis combines a premium appearance with customizable RGB lighting designed for a distinctive ROG gaming setup.
Upgradeability
RAM Upgradeable: Yes
RAM Slots: 2 × DDR5 SO-DIMM
SSD Slots: 2 × M.2
Q-Latch SSD Installation: Yes
Upgradeable Storage: Yes
Upgradeable Memory: Yes
The tool-less/Q-Latch design makes it easier to access and upgrade compatible RAM and SSD components.
Performance Features
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus: Yes
NVIDIA G-SYNC: Yes
NVIDIA DLSS 4: Supported
NVIDIA Max-Q Technologies: Supported
Armoury Crate: Supported
Aura Sync: Supported
Scenario Profiles: Supported
Performance Modes: Supported
The combination of powerful hardware, GPU switching technologies and ASUS software provides flexible control over performance, thermals and lighting.
What's in the Box
ASUS ROG Strix G18 Laptop
AC Power Adapter
Power Cable
Documentation
Warranty Information