ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) officially announced the new ROG Strix SCAR and Strix G lineup at CES 2023. Brand-new designs come to the Strix SCAR 16, Strix SCAR 18, Strix G16, and Strix G18, with updated internals for the Strix SCAR 17 and Strix G17.
Top-level CPUs and GPUs
As ROG’s highest-performing laptops, the Strix series is powered by the latest and greatest chips from Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA. The ROG Strix SCAR 16 and 18 feature up to an Intel Core i9-13980HX processor with 24 cores and 32 threads, alongside up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU capable of up to 175 watts, for a total system power of 240W (with Dynamic Boost and Manual performance modes). A MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus intelligently ensures optimal framerates when plugged in, and better battery life when untethered, with no manual intervention needed. The Strix G16 and G18 are powered by up to an Intel Core i9-13980HX CPU and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU with up to 175 W of power using Dynamic Boost and the same MUX Switch with Advanced Optimus.
ROG is also introducing refreshed versions of the Strix SCAR 17 and Strix G17. The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 contains up to an AMD Ryzen 9 Zen 4 processor, plus up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU, while the Strix G17 packs up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU alongside the same processor. Both models contain the same MUX Switch powered by Advanced Optimus as the 16- and 18-inch models.
Upgraded Intelligent Cooling solutions
The redesigned 16- and 18-inch Strix laptops allow for an all-new Intelligent Cooling suite, featuring ROG’s Tri-Fan Technology first introduced on the 2022 Flow X16. In addition, we’ve taken the full-width heatsink from the Flow X16 and enlarged it for the 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 16, Strix SCAR 18, Strix G16, and Strix G18. This larger heatsink increases surface area for heat dissipation by up to 92.23% compared with 2022 models, and paired with our new full-surround vents, ensures next-level airflow for the powerful components inside. Combined with Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on both the CPU and GPU with 7 heat pipes, ROG’s new solution allows for higher-than-ever TGPs for this year’s next-gen CPUs and GPUs.
The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 and Strix G17 contain Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the CPU, while the SCAR 17 is paired with a custom vapor chamber for top-tier cooling performance.
Eye-popping displays
2023’s new 16-inch and 18-inch Strix machines don’t just feature larger, 16:10 panels. Every model is also available with one of ROG’s groundbreaking Nebula displays, ensuring a fast, bright, vivid image that surpasses typical gaming laptops for a truly immersive experience. Nebula displays require high refresh rates with a response time of 3ms or less, at least 500 nits of brightness, and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space, so users don’t have to wade through spec pages to know their display is top-notch. All 2023 ROG Strix machines are available with up to QHD 240Hz displays.
The Strix SCAR 16, however, is also available with a beautiful Nebula HDR display — meeting those standards and more with a Mini LED panel containing 1,024 individual zones for unbelievable contrast. Combined with up to 1100 nits of peak brightness, this display provides extraordinary HDR picture quality in one of the year’s most powerful gaming laptops.
Designed to win, built for victory
The ROG Strix SCAR and ROG Strix G laptops were conceived for gamers that demand the absolute best in portable performance, alongside showstopping design with endless customization. Armoury Crate’s performance modes allow users to pick from silent, low-powered computing to turbo-charged gaming, or tweak voltage and fans manually for a completely fine-tuned experience. Plenty of RGB lighting adorns the chassis of each Strix machine, including an all-new full-width light bar along the vents on the back of the Strix SCAR 16 and 18. With Aura Sync, users can keep their laptop’s lighting coordinated with their peripherals, or even design their own complex lighting effects with Aura Creator.
Spacious keyboard layouts make for more comfortable gaming, alongside customizable hotkeys that control volume, microphone, or toggle performance modes for on-the-fly gaming. A larger glass touchpad gives more precision, and the chassis’ anti-fingerprint coating ensures a clean look no matter how active a user’s lifestyle. A semi-translucent keyboard deck on the Strix SCAR pulls the sporty design together, along with a new customizable Armor Cap design that allows users to flex their own style.
2023 ROG Strix SCAR and Strix G Specs
| ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18 (2023) | ROG Strix G16 and G18 (2023) | ROG Strix SCAR 17 (2023) | ROG Strix G17 (2023) | |
| Processor | Up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX Processor | Up to 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX Processor | Up to the latest AMD Ryzen 9 Zen 4 processor | Up to the latest AMD Ryzen 9 Zen 4 processor |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU GDDR6 16 GB TGP 150W (175 W with Dynamic Boost) |
Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU GDDR6 16GB TGP 150W (175 W with Dynamic Boost) |
Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU GDDR6 16GB TGP 175W (with Dynamic Boost) |
Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU GDDR6 8GB TGP 140W (with Dynamic Boost) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 | Windows 11 | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Display | SCAR 16 QHD (2,560 x 1,600) 240Hz/3ms, 100% sRGB, IPS-level panel with G-SYNC and Dolby Vision, Pantone Validated QHD (2,560 x 1,600) 240Hz/3ms, 100% DCI-P3, Mini LED panel with G-SYNC and Dolby Vision, Pantone Validated SCAR 18 |
G16 FHD (1,920 x 1,200) 165Hz/7ms, 100% sRGB, IPS-level panel with G-SYNC and Dolby Vision QHD (2,560 x 1,600) 240Hz/3 ms, 100% sRGB, IPS-level panel with G-SYNC and Dolby Vision, Pantone Validated G18 |
QHD 240Hz/3ms, DCI-P3 100%, IPS-level panel with G-SYNC and Dolby Vision HDR | QHD 240Hz/3ms, DCI-P3 100%, IPS-level panel, G-SYNC and Dolby Vision HDR FHD (1,920 x 1,080), 144 Hz, Value IPS-level panel, G-SYNC |
| Memory | Up to 64GB DDR5 4,800MHz | Up to 32GB DDR5 4,800MHz | Up to 64GB DDR5 4,800MHz | Up to 32GB DDR5 4,800MHz |
| Storage | Up to 2 x 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD | Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD | Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 Performance SSD | Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| Keyboard | Backlit chiclet keyboard Per key RGB with Aura Sync NumberPad (16-inch model only) |
Backlit chiclet keyboard 4-Zone & Per key RGB with Aura Sync (varies according to region) NumberPad (optional for 16-inch model only) |
Backlit chiclet keyboard Per key RGB with Aura Sync |
Backlit chiclet keyboard 4-Zone & Per key RGB with Aura Sync (Vary according to regions) |
| Audio | 4 x speakers, high-performance speaker support Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
2x speakers, high-performance speaker support Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
Smart Amp speakers Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
Smart Amp speakers Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
| WiFi / Bluetooth | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth v5.2 |
WiFi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth v5.2 |
WiFi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth v5.2 |
WiFi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth v5.2 |
| I/O Ports | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery 1 x USB Type-C with Thunderbolt 4 1 x RJ-45 (LAN 2.5 Gbps) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x 3.5 mm combo Audio jack 1 x DC-in |
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery 1 x USB Type-C with Thunderbolt 4 1 x RJ-45 (LAN 1 Gbps) (LAN 2.5 Gbps for RTX 4080 GPU model only) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x 3.5 mm combo Audio jack 1 x DC-in |
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4, with G-SYNC support, and Power Delivery 3.0 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 with G-SYNC support 1 x RJ-45 (LAN 2.5 Gbps) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x 3.5 mm combo Audio jack 1 x DC-in |
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4, with G-SYNC support, and Power Delivery 3.0 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 with G-SYNC support 1 x RJ-45 (LAN 1 Gbps) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x 3.5 mm combo Audio jack 1 x DC-in |
| Battery | 90Wh | 90Wh (RTX 40 series)/64Wh (RTX3050 6GB) | 90Wh | 90Wh |
| Dimensions | SCAR 16: 354 x 264 x 22.6~30.4mm SCAR 18: 399 x 294 x 23.1~30.8mm |
G16: 354 x 264 x 22.6~30.4mm G18: 399 x 294 x 23.1~30.8mm |
395 x 282 x 23.4~28.3mm | 395 x 282 x 23.4~30.8mm |
| Weight | SCAR 16: 2.5kg SCAR 18: 3.1kg |
3kg | 3kg | 2.8kg |