Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 (2024) Review - Mini LED!

[@ambushytiger]

Very nice touch with the DBZ shirt- RIP legend!

[@metalmilo12]

Thank you for the review on this one!! You’re so great at what you do ❤

[@maje6689]

Finally someone talking about the 4080 model! Great review 🙏

[@Draconis8888]

Thanks for the review! This wasn’t on my radar, but it’s a well put together package. Will have to consider it if I’m going to upgrade soon. Love the shirt as always!

[@Sir-Gamidion]

This was the best breakdown of this laptop I’ve found across all reviewers. Excellent work here and you earned a subscription from me.

[@lp5642]

RIP toriyama :( love the shirt tho

[@SpoookZ]

wow great review, I've been looking at this for about 2 weeks now and I think ill buy it right now! thanks!

[@reintgenrc]

Have this computer and it’s flippin’ awesome. Never really breaks a sweat on AAA games with the 4090 and good thermals.

[@wardog5537]

What thermals do you get and what games do you play? Do you also use a cooling pad? Also did you undervolt?

[@batmanonholiday4477]

whats really the point of gaming laptops if you can get a ge force now or similar online gaming?

[@kahvac]

Loving the 18" size but only 1 Thunderbolt 4 port and a 720P camera ?

[@konstantinekuzminsky4944]

No, she loves money from her million subscribers... And there are such things,) not like 720p..., 140p you will sell and smile.)

[@Bc232klm]

No speaker test 😢

[@g-forcepcrepair4347]

Great review, thanks for your work

[@Chris-xz2il]

Thanks for the review. I really wish you could have done a speaker test, and I'm surprised there was no mention or site of the beautiful RGB on this machine.

[@Habeel13]

FINALLY! Been waiting for a beast of a laptop from ASUS since I purchased my ROG G703GXR RTX 2080 in mid 2020. This would be a great upgrade to my current laptop. Can't wait to get my hands on this. Great vid 👌

[@ssheen79]

Just picked this up, beautiful model, I actually upgraded from the 2023 which may have seemed pointless but I don’t regret it, in addition to the screen it has a GAN charger now and better speakers as well.

[@batmanonholiday4477]

why did you not go for the mac + online gaming subscription (GFN if you game)? this thing is huge and barely holds the battery, I assume 2-3 hours at most, plus the windows garbage software and constant updates

[@dan4500]

Watching this on my asus rog strix scar 18 4090 lol, such a beast of a laptop. I am coming from a 14 year old laptop that could barely run diablo 3

[@ProstoChester]

hello from fellow scar 18 4090 user

[@oliverdevega]

And where are my scar 18 4080 enjoyers?!😂🎉

[@Chickenthoefvola]

I’ve been watching stuff on mine.

[@Umami-Edamame]

4 months since the original comment - how's it holding up? should I go ahead and buy it in November, December or should I wait for next year for 'newer' model?

[@Fivedollarfoot]

Looks great, planning on picking this up!

[@DerpishBird]

Thank you for this awesome video, I am leaning towards the Scar 18 hard but then MSI is about to release the Raider A14V with Wifi-7 and better IR camera.

[@nallanosbor]

You are a very likeable lady. I love your energy and commitment, always getting straight to the point.

[@Sponsi_PL]

OMG this screen looks awesome.

[@niko1even]

10:06 for clarification, the Mini-LED display on this laptop is also an IPS panel (there are mini-LED VA panels out there from Samsung), therefore it's better to just say "regular backlit display"

[@little_fluffy_clouds]

Well, no, it’s not regular backlit, it’s mini-LED backlit, which means it has significantly more LEDs and dimming zones than a regular backlit display. The actual panel tech, whether it’s IPS or VA, doesn’t matter; mini-LED refers to the extra large number of backlight LEDs and dimming zones.

[@niko1even]

@little_fluffy_clouds watch my timestamp to get the full context. I'm referring to the way he referred to non-mini led backlit IPS panels

[@datdudeinred]

What a display!finally 18" getting love. Wish backpacks start supporting these beasts. But i want this display in a Lenovo legion 7. Just imagine ❤

[@WurldReel]

watch out for the liquid metal tho heard asus don't apply enough!

[@datdudeinred]

@@WurldReel that's why i said Lenovo would be best with this screen. Using my legion 7 for over a year almost perfect laptop. Just screen is not that good with too much screen light bleed from corners. But i would rather have better service, support, & software & battery life than just 1 spec

[@WurldReel]

@@datdudeinred you're right!

[@datdudeinred]

haha thanks don't take me wrong ive got 3.2k screen with 600nits sdr brightness which is great for 1.2k i paid for the laptop im just used to extreme levels of screens like oleds & minileds. & in games you can't even see the light bleed its only when watching movies @@WurldReel

[@xShadowBlitz117]

I daily use a Everki titan that supports 18-in laptops. It's a little pricey but it's a quality backpack with tons of space for a laptop and other electronic devices.

[@SM-es2os]

Looking good Lisa!

[@LetMeCookDota]

Are you planning to review the MSI Titan 18 HX?

[@vadmaxv]

Last year's model, with 13980HX is more powerful. The only plus point of this model is the display.

[@williamwalker187]

I got the ASUS - ROG Strix G16 16” 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD - Intel Core i9-14900HX with 16GB DDR5 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 - 1TB SSD - Eclipse and I love it

[@Willopo100]

how can I tell if my Strix is mini LED? I just bought a 14900 18inch Strix but am not sure if it is mini LED

[@keenesaulcrescini8687]

Toriyama Fan right here…

[@lucal7756]

4000€ in Italy for the 4090

[@tomoblasz2028]

My cinebench R23 score in turbo mode was 31600 and after bios -80mv 33000

[@elephant_888]

18??? That’s huuuge!! 😮

[@Pedromimicat]

My scar 18 became a brick just after one year...I bought it in Feb. 2023, and it turned to a brick after I installed the docker on yet, it started with battery led blinking orange and the disk suddenly stopped, I had to reboot it again and again, even after I reinstalled the operation system, the problem remained, I had to send it to the local repair center. I heard that this problem is not very rare among scar18, 17, 16.

[@sativagirl1885]

For the same money, you can buy a threadripper and steal *a very long extension cord* & a shopping cart if you want to play mobile.

[@little_fluffy_clouds]

How would that Threadripper, monitor, keyboard and mouse fit into a backpack, though😂

[@rickystafford7433]

I still don’t like how Windows handles HDR…SDR content looks washed out with it on so you have to switch it on and off as needed. At least that’s been my experience, I don’t know of a workaroud

[@Triigger20]

Very usefull video thanks !!

[@asan1050]

Thanks much for posting.

[@SpenceJT]

Picking up my order (Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 with RTS 4090) this afternoon. Do you think that I will I notice much of a performance improvement over my current Dell G7 Intel Core i7 with the RTX2027MAX?

[@vpsjdon]

I'd love an 18" ROG. IF I COULD FIND IT. Seriously, did they only make 5 of these? They are always out of stock, even the 2023 versions

[@shivanshsharma6163]

I don't know which country are you from but if u r from India you need to tell the ASUS ROG store to reserve one piece for you by giving an advance amount. I got mine last month and I did the same. I couldn't find it in 2023 either but luckily got the latest model this time around.

[@vpsjdon]

@@shivanshsharma6163I have asked so many ROG stores (in Bhopal as well as in Bangalore) and they all say that they have no idea if/when G18 will ever come into stock. An i7 G18 was in Stock in Amazon the other day but before I could complete the transaction it went out of stock. At any rate it's stupid that we're actually WILLING to buy their product and giving them money but they still don't want to sell us for some reason

[@vpsjdon]

@@shivanshsharma6163I asked many ROG Stores (both in Bhopal and Bangalore) and they all said that they don't know if the G18 models will ever come in stock. A few days ago an i7 G18 was in stock on Amazon but before I could complete the transaction someone bought it. But in any case it's very frustrating that we're actually WILLING to buy and pay for these super expensive machines and yet Asus apparently doesn't want to sell them to us.

[@mart182003]

Dragon Ball! R.I.P Akira Toriyama

[@Illmatic662]

I've been waiting for this review for so long! I might go with the Zephyrus G16 instead, but this might be the better Gaming choice for me.

[@mary-zv6cu]

I have a 2022 strix scar. I babied that computer compared to any of my previous computers, and had to get the motherboard replaced under a year of owning it. After I started having issues, I learned it was a pretty common issue with the computer... 😔

[@Brycereigle2000]

I just bought one of those as is from eBay. Turns on, no video. No clue what the issue is. It’s crazy how common they are having big issues being so new. It’s a shame because I really think the design and aesthetic of them is great

[@adriannasyraf3534]

thanks for the info. was about to purchase a ROG. sounds like it's best to avoid

[@Alamost]

Yeah, got the same problem

[@Brycereigle2000]

@@Alamost I sent it in to Northridgefix if he finds the issue I will update here

[@Brycereigle2000]

I sent it to Northridgefix for repair. Will update here if the problem is solved.

[@andrewx8888]

In armory crate, if you set add mode to multi zone, the nits measured should be closer to 1100.

[@rickyshepard9342]

They did it to us again. They put an outdated camera. At least they have one this time.The only thing I use is my MSI cause it can be verified by camera scan. This one gets used to having to put the number code to verify and much more unless you buy a working external camera. This has been my experience.

[@arkvsi8142]

Why Scar 18? why couldnt it be "Healing 18" or "Tissue 18" ?

[@doom635]

I want this so bad...I hope I'll get it someday :D

[@Raptor50aus]

Lisa it is interesting that the current Strix Scar 18 in Australia has the 2TB drive.

[@sosuslays]

yes they come standard with the 2 TB drives but it has room to upgrade to a 4TB max. Same for memory coming standard at 32gb but it has room to upgrade to 64gb

[@johng4093]

Can buy with 1, 2, or 4 TB in US.

[@imagine-games6677]

I have one, and it feels to me like the macbook pro of windows laptops, the touchpad is excellent. The performance is incredible for game development... there are some kinks with the aura software on it and usb c external monitors issues which should get fixed in a future update.... but all in all a great laptop...

[@edgarvos3588]

I got the 4090 version but it was on sale and cheaper than the 4080 one for only €3650

[@angelespino3563]

Love your channel. Your so cool!

[@TheDude50447]

Well Metal is a much better heat conductor. So having the entire chassis metal likely helps with cooling as well. Especially if they connect the chassis to the components via thermal pads or something

[@guy7524]

Is there an improvement in battery life for LED? Also screen reflection of light and is it more usable outdoors in sunlight?

[@Cameroncito]

Please do the G14/G16 next!!!

[@danielbodnar7703]

@ 6:23 wats this for?

[@VineetKumar-js1do]

Can we use a headphone with 300ohm impedance? What is the laptop output? Can you please tell us?

[@filan3002]

Love your videos. I am software developer and a casual gamer looking for a laptop as secondary pc. Which one would you recommend between this one but the 16 version, alienware x16 r2 or the asus zephyrus g16?

[@JogBird]

legion 9

[@MA-xb2yz]

Alienware for customer support and build quality

[@Usernamebreh]

do you have a video comparing this scar 18 with a 4080 and the m16 with the 4090 or the 4080?

[@shimurasaki]

Amazing vid as always Lisa. When is the MSI Titan 18 HX review coming please? Would be great to see these both up against each other.

[@sflxn]

I disagree a bit. The 4090 is the one you want to get for future-proof just the vram. Are we sure 12gb will be enough this year or next year?

[@imagine-games6677]

Lol, i have the 4070 and run everything at ultra... i think the gpu companies are giving everyone a run for their money, games arent even needing that much gpu power yet...

[@little_fluffy_clouds]

Yes, 12 GB will be enough for gaming for years to come for a 1080p, 1440p or QHD+ panels and even 4K will be fine if you tune your texture quality settings down a bit. Having said that, both of my PC laptops have 4090 chips because I use Blender, which can use as much VRAM as you can throw at it.

[@raonmiruww6860]

love your review, nice ❤

[@samwise8731]

May I know the type of microphone that you are using in this video?

[@light_bringer_82]

Do you recommend buying it?

[@ShebanFPV]

Will wait for the next model, with the new rtx or and card and new intel/amd chip +TB5. This year is a minor update of minor update )) makes no sense to waste moneys. I am still on 11980HK and 3080RTX and it has similar performance/FPS.

[@worldcitizen-p5x]

Could you please tell me the difference between the 2023 / 2024 model? The 2023 has a 1000euro discount.

[@silvercrow3007]

2024 : mini led

[@jvcex]

thanx for review mrs

[@NecromancerTO]

Tried it have touchscreen?

[@rtoledo2]

does ANY store carry this to view in person ? and is it truly 18" screen ? I should add I'm in the Los Angeles area thank you all I still remember the movie " wizard of Oz " If only I had a heart for Apple , but I hate ALL they do , and small screens on a M3 chip is a crime . my wife's 13" air laptop sits unused LOL

[@Mr1stcat]

Also RIP Akira Sensei

[@elahehrahpeyma258]

I have one but not able to install windows on it:(

[@dapeng1919]

Beautiful

[@JHK-DTRADER777]

I know this is random, but Lisa can you do a OnePlus Open review? I am looking to purchase one since the Samsung Z Fold 6 won’t get much of a design change again. I like the front screen when closed, but I wish you would check the build quality and run it through the MobileTech gamut! Thanks for the always enjoyable reviews and fun geek shirts!

[@amigatommy7]

could use some USB 4

[@leander4107]

As usual, great review. But I'm paying attention. Only the Scar 16/18 versions with RTX 4090 have a mini led. ROG Nebula HDR Display mini led 1100nit Rtx 4090 10 bit color. ROG Nebula Display 500nit rtx 4080 8 bit color.

[@mobiletechreview]

Nope, Strix Scar are all Nebula HDR (mini LED), at least in the US. We have a 4080 with mini LED in this very review. The non-Scar models (like G18) don't have mini LED.

[@leander4107]

@@mobiletechreview Thank you for the information.

[@joechapman8208]

Looks great for dedicated gamers, but it's not so good for media creators given that it's so low on USB-C type ports. I'd have to factor in a TB4 hub on top.

[@kahvac]

Why only a 90 w/hr battery on a laptop of this size ?

[@KingOfMadCows]

Biggest battery allowed on an airplane for most countries.

[@kahvac]

I thought 99whr was ? @@KingOfMadCows

[@kahvac]

TSA says 100 Watt hr. Lithium battery maximum size. @@KingOfMadCows

[@mobiletechreview]

99.9 is the limit for airlines. @@kahvac

[@faideela3236]

They need to make a white version

[@DonReality]

I'll have to start buying my gaming laptops in the USA when I'm on holidays again. The price difference between UK/EU market and USA is a complete rip off.

[@Mr1stcat]

That thing is kinda huge for a laptop lol

[@SyedHabiib]

Get 13 gen 4080 same performance low price

[@zeljkosa]

Display seems a little fogy - ambient light? Not a good presentation!

[@motomeraktv9482]

öz gamer babannem yaaa

[@Parrzivall]

Apple watch upside down 😉😎

[@ryanmaddugal]

Is it possible to get a review on the *otvoc* , *acemagic* and *aldocube* laptops? I keep seeing on Amazon as if it was the "best thing on earth"🤥 or something lol

[@ChaewonPupu]

Does it damage when i spill i little bit of water on the keyboard?

[@mkgriff1492]

Not a fan of Mini Led on a laptop. More issues than it's worth. If you watch movies on your laptop then it's great but I'll wait for a quality OLED or hopefully soon Mico LED.

[@wardog5537]

Ive been reading nothing but complaints about the screens not having mini-led and now you say its not worth it!?

[@mkgriff1492]

@@wardog5537 For SDR is not a huge difference. Yea movies are great. Only screen option that improves on the SDR experience is oled. Jarrod on KZbin has a good review.

[@Grimmjow19872]

Ok……

[@dannyberry8725]

why does everyone act like the 5400.00 MSI 18 is the only spec? you can get the MSI 18 sped'd the same as the scar for the same price in the us...roughly 3900 for the 4090 and 3100 for the 4080 with 32gb ram with the upgrade path to go all the way up to 192gb ram if you choose to.

[@packersfan036]

Whats up lisa.

[@antong3987]

You're slipping Lisa... "All ironed out... FOR THE MOST PART."

[@nitholx917]

I just hate their hinge.

[@bensaidanis565]

Dream grandma

[@ThreeFortySeven]

You tend not to finish your sentences before starting a new one. 😂

[@CovenantAgentLazarus]

Hormone replacement therapy is not helping to fool anybody here

[@ronaldprovencher7570]

WAY OVER PRICED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JonathanRamos-h2m]

9

[@MuhammadAhmad-hn6oi]

DONT BUY THIS SHIT Worst laptop ever this is their best machine mother board got faulty after one year and support asked me to pay $3700 to repair it i had important data so i paid after that within 3-4 months keyboard few buttons stopped working and i replaced its power adopter 3 times so paid $350 for adopter every time because if you use this laptop a lot then its adopter starts losing performence go for something else dont waste your money

[@Grimmjow19872]

Lol

[@morgenmuffel5747]

It’s so ugly

[@CovenantAgentLazarus]

Ok but you're a male.

[@AIR330263]

Poor overall quality, poorly thought out design. For example - the camera that protrudes beyond the size of the laptop and has no protection when closed. The uneven surface below. Uncomfortable to hold. The very high rubber feet come off easily, they do not have a mechanical grip if they are still so high. I quickly lost one. The frequently used delete key is small and hidden on the top row. repeat end function on the keyboard. A CTL+C key and another CTRL+V key are missing, which would have been very useful. (evolution) Charging cable too short and too thick from the power supply to the laptop. The 220 power cord has an old model plug that disconnects very easily and produces sparks inside. The screen folds too easily in a certain position because there is not enough force to keep it up. You cannot purchase separately to quickly replace two batteries for situations when you are with a laptop in the field and you do not have electricity (on the old model I had two original batteries that I used and charged at home) The F keys are not illuminated and this slows down the work quite enough. I always have to count them. I would have preferred to look for those symbols on the F keys since I use them less often. The front camera is again of poor quality compared to the price of the laptop. In videoconferences, my image is the weakest compared to that of my colleagues... and there are more...

[@扛二百斤去阿拉斯加]

RAM又是焊死在主板上面了吗？🤣

[@gunbaypark7756]

Awesome grandma

[@oviandre]