Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2024)
“The only thing bigger than the size of the ROG Strix Scar 18 is its performance.”
Pros
- Exceptional gaming performance
- It’s rarely loud in gaming scenarios
- Surprisingly decent battery life
- Great keyboard
- Stunning mini-LED display
Cons
- Awkward port layout
- Plenty of screen flex
- Insanely big and expensive
You really don’t know what you’re getting into with an 18-inch gaming laptop. Even after seeing dozens of them over the past couple of years, the moment I set up the 2024 Asus ROG Strix Scar 18, I was shocked at how massive it was. Even now, after completing all of my tests and living with the laptop, I still glance at it and marvel at how ridiculous it actually is.
And that’s exactly why I love it. The ROG Strix Scar 18 isn’t trying to be anything else — it’s a massive, chunky, completely impractical desktop replacement. It’s not trying to be your portable gaming companion like so many of the best gaming laptops are, and that’s exactly why it stands out so much.
Specs
Think of the Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 in the same vein as Lenovo’s Legion 9i. It’s a flagship laptop, and Asus only offers it in two configurations. You’re getting a ton of power under the hood regardless of the configuration you choose, and you’ll have to pay a high price regardless.
