•  Date Published: 25 Jun 2025
    • Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (Laptop)
    • 18.0", WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240 Hz, IPS
    • 4000GB SSD
    • 64GB RAM
    • 3.42 kg (7.5 lbs)
    8.8
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.2 Portability Very Good
    9.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL
    8.9 For Work Excellent
    9.5 For Gaming EXCEPTIONAL
    ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815

    ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815

    $5999.99 $4999.99
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    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 4000GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 64GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Dimensions
    • 399 x 298 x 23.5 ~ 32.0 mm (15.71" x 11.73" x 0.93")
    • Weight
    • 3.42 kg (7.5 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 3x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
    • 2x USB Type-C
    • Thunderbolt 5, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000, 2500 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi 7
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.4
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • FHD IR with Windows Hello
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Array Microphone with AI noise-canceling technology
    • Speakers
    • 2x Stereo Speakers with Smart Amplifier Technology, Dolby Atmos
    • Security Lock slot
    • Gifts
    • Mouse

    Portability

    ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815
    15.71" x 11.73" x 0.93" Dimensions
    3.42 kg (7.5 lbs) Weight
    Average 18.0-inch laptop
    3.58 kg (7.9 lbs) +5% Weight

    Review

    ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815 in-depth review

    In the world of high-performance gaming laptops, size is often a direct indicator of power. The ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815 (2025) takes this principle to heart, using its massive 18-inch frame not just for a bigger screen, but to house a cooling system that sets a new standard for thermal performance. The result is a machine that doesn't just contain powerful components - it unleashes them, allowing them to run faster and cooler than nearly any competitor. This isn't just another big laptop; it's a statement about what's possible when a manufacturer fully commits to a no-compromise desktop replacement philosophy.You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/asus-rog-strix-g18-g815/Specs, Drivers, What's in the boxDrivers [...]

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    Pros

    • Chart-topping CPU and GPU performance for its class
    • Exceptional thermal management keeps the system cool and fast
    • Excellent 18-inch 240Hz display with great colors and low glare
    • Completely PWM-free screen for superior eye comfort
    • Rock-solid build quality and comfortable keyboard with NumPad
    • User-friendly upgradeability for RAM and storage

    Cons

    • Poor battery life
    • Very large and heavy, limiting portability
    • No physical privacy shutter for the webcam

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Step 1: Opening the ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815 (2025)Shut down the laptop and place it on a soft surface. Slide the two Q-latch tabs until the red markers appear. The bottom panel will release and slide off without screws. Underneath, remove the large “ROG Intelligent Cooling” shield, secured with 19 JIS screws (2 × M2 × 5.5 mm in the rear corners and 17 × M2 × 10 mm elsewhere). Don’t forget to disconnect the ribbon cable before lifting the shield.BatteryThe 90Wh battery spans the front edge of the chassis. Unplug the upward-pull connector, which is tucked beneath[...]

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