ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 - Ultra 9-275HX, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB

Product details ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 G835LX-SA220, Ultra 9-275HX, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB (2025) Price in Kenya The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (RTX 5090) price in Kenya is KSh 690,000. This is not just a laptop; it is the absolute apex of mobile computing. It commands this extreme price tag by housing the most powerful consumer silicon on the planet—the brand new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 (24GB) and the Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX processor. It easily justifies the investment for elite esports professionals, hardcore 3D animators, and VR developers who refuse to compromise on desktop-level performance while remaining mobile. This massive 18-inch machine features a jaw-dropping 2.5K Nebula HDR Mini-LED display that delivers a blinding 1200 nits of brightness at an esports-ready 240Hz refresh rate. To prevent the nuclear-level heat generated by these components from destroying the system, ASUS completely redesigned the thermal architecture. It utilizes an end-to-end vapor chamber, Tri-Fan technology, and Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on both the CPU and GPU. This specific configuration (90NROLF1-M00BC0) ships with a colossal 64GB of ultra-fast DDR5 RAM and a massive 4TB PCIe Gen4 SSD array. Crucially, it ships without an operating system (DOS), providing IT professionals the ultimate blank canvas to install custom Windows Pro or Enterprise environments. Buy the original ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 today at Exelic Gadgets, located at Mithoo Biashara Centre. Pay securely via M-Pesa to confirm your order instantly. We guarantee fast, same-day delivery right to your studio anywhere in Nairobi. Customers outside the capital receive rapid, fully insured countrywide shipping via Wells Fargo or G4S. Why You’ll Love It (The Lifestyle Upgrade) Unrivaled Graphics Dominance: The RTX 5090 with 24GB of GDDR7 VRAM completely obliterates every modern AAA game on Ultra settings and cuts 3D rendering times in half. The Mini LED Masterpiece: The 18-inch Nebula HDR screen features over 2,000 local dimming zones, delivering absolute true blacks and blinding 1200-nit highlights for cinematic gaming and professional HDR video grading. Liquid Metal Cooling: Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal and a massive edge-to-edge vapor chamber keep the chassis shockingly cool and quiet, even during marathon 6-hour gaming sessions in Mombasa heat. Limitless Multitasking: With 64GB of DDR5-5600 RAM, you can seamlessly run heavy architectural CAD software, stream to Twitch in 4K, and keep 100 Chrome tabs open simultaneously. Next-Gen Connectivity: Dual Thunderbolt 5 ports push data at a staggering 120Gbps, while Wi-Fi 7 guarantees zero-latency, wired-like internet stability for competitive online matches. The “Blank Canvas” Advantage: Shipping without an OS (DOS) means you aren’t paying the “Windows Tax,” giving you the freedom to install the exact OS license your studio or enterprise requires. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 – Ultra 9-275HX, 64GB RAM, 4TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB Specifications Price in Kenya Ksh 690,000 Model Name ROG Strix SCAR 18 G835LX-AI464W Part Number 90NR0LF1-M007D0 Processor Intel® Core™ Ultra Arrow Lake Processor 9 275HX      2.7 GHz (36MB Cache, up to 5.4 GHz, 24 cores, 24 Threads); Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 13TOPS Memory 64GB (32GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM, x 2)     Max Capacity: 64GB     Support dual channel memory Graphics NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU     ROG Boost: 1647MHz* at 175W      (1597MHz Boost Clock 50MHz OC, 150W 25W Dynamic Boost)     24GB GDDR7 Storage 2TB 2TB PCIe® 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 Performance SSD (RAID 0) Display 18-inch     2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA)      16:10 aspect ratio     240Hz     85/85/85/85 Viewing Angle     Mini LED     1200 Brightness     100000:1     DCI-P3 %: 100%     Anti-glare display     G-Sync     Pantone Validated     ROG Nebula HDR Display     Support Dolby Vision HDR     ROG intelligent cooling Touch Screen No I/O Ports 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack     1x HDMI 2.1 FRL     3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps)     1x 2.5G LAN port     2x Thunderbolt™ 5 with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC (data speed up to 120Gbps) Expansion Slots (includes used) 2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots     2x M.2 PCIe Audio Smart Amp Technology     Dolby Atmos     AI noise-canceling technology     Hi-Res certification (for headphone)     Built-in array microphone     4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology Camera 1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello Keyboard and Touchpad Backlit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB      With Copilot key     Touchpad      Networks / Wireless LAN: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps     Wi-Fi 7(802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2 Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card  Operating System Windows 11 Home Battery 90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion Power Supply Rectangle Conn, 380W AC Adapter,      Output: 20V DC, 19A, 380W,      Input: 100-240V AC,      50/60Hz universal Fast charging Recharge from 0-50% in 30 minutes AURA SYNC Yes Security BIOS Administrator Password and User Password Protection     Trusted Platform Module (Firmware TPM)     McAfee® 30 days free trial Included in the Box ROG Gladius III Mouse P514     ROG backpack     ROG Fusion II 300 Weight 3.30 Kg (7.28 lbs) Dimensions 39.9 x 29.8 x 2.35 ~ 3.20 cm   (15.71″ x 11.73″ x 0.93″ ~ 1.26″) Color Off Black Deep Dive: The Tech Explained NVIDIA RTX 5090 & Intel Core Ultra 9 This laptop houses the most extreme silicon available in 2025. The brand-new NVIDIA RTX 5090 utilizes the groundbreaking Blackwell architecture and ultra-fast GDDR7 memory. Boasting a massive 24GB of VRAM and a 175W maximum TGP, it acts like a supercomputer strapped to your desk. It handles the most complex, path-traced lighting in games like Cyberpunk 2077 effortlessly. The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor packs 24 cores (8 Performance, 16 Efficient). It functions exactly like a massive V12 engine, capable of boosting up to 5.4GHz while drawing up to 80W of sustained power. Combined, the CPU and GPU can pull a staggering 255W of total system power in Manual mode, guaranteeing absolute dominance in heavy 3D rendering tasks and CPU-intensive esports titles. 18-Inch Nebula HDR Mini LED Display Standard IPS gaming laptops look washed out in dark scenes. The SCAR 18 completely redefines visual fidelity with its Nebula HDR Mini LED panel. Because it utilizes over 2,000 individual local dimming zones, the screen can turn off specific pixels completely to achieve infinite, inky blacks, while adjacent pixels explode with a blinding 1200 nits of peak brightness. This creates a true HDR experience that rivals high-end OLED televisions. The 16:10 aspect ratio pushes a sharp 2.5K resolution at an incredibly fluid 240Hz. Whether you are color-grading a professional film project (thanks to 100% DCI-P3 and Pantone validation) or trying to track a fast-moving target in Valorant, this display offers a massive tactical and creative advantage. End-to-End Vapor Chamber & Liquid Metal Cramming 255W of heat-generating silicon into a laptop usually results in severe thermal throttling and deafening fan noise. ASUS solved this by over-engineering the cooling system. They ditched traditional heat pipes for a massive, end-to-end vapor chamber that covers both the motherboard and the GPU. Furthermore, they applied Thermal Grizzly’s Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal to both the CPU and GPU. This highly advanced thermal compound offers 17X higher conductivity than standard thermal paste, dropping operating temperatures by up to 15 degrees Celsius. The Tri-Fan technology exhausts this heat through a massive, full-width sandwiched copper heatsink at the rear, ensuring the laptop stays shockingly quiet even under extreme load. Tool-Less Upgradability & Q-Latch High-end gaming laptops are usually notoriously difficult to open and upgrade. The 2025 SCAR 18 introduces a brilliant, tool-less “Pit Stop” design. You can pop off the bottom panel and access the RAM and SSD slots in seconds. It features the innovative Q-Latch system, eliminating the need for tiny, easily lost screws when installing a new M.2 drive. The motherboard is even PCIe Gen 5 ready, meaning you can drop in the next generation of hyper-fast SSDs the moment they hit the market. Thunderbolt 5, Wi-Fi 7, & AniMe Vision This machine refuses to compromise on connectivity. It features two next-generation Thunderbolt 5 ports capable of an unbelievable 120Gbps data transfer rate—perfect for massive external RAID arrays. The brand-new Wi-Fi 7 card uses 320 MHz channels to eliminate network congestion, delivering wired-like latency completely wirelessly. Aesthetically, the lid features the stunning AniMe Vision matrix display. Using 810 customizable mini-LEDs shining through the aluminum lid, you can display custom GIFs, system stats, or your studio logo, making the laptop a true extension of your personal brand. Who Is This Perfect For? The Elite Esports Professional: You demand 240 frames per second at all times. The RTX 5090 and 240Hz screen guarantee you never lose a firefight due to hardware lag. The High-End 3D Animator & Architect: You render massive Unreal Engine 5 scenes or complex CAD models. The 24GB of VRAM and 64GB of DDR5 RAM obliterate render times. The Uncompromising Content Creator: You edit 8K video in DaVinci Resolve. The 4TB SSD array and 100% DCI-P3 Mini LED display provide the ultimate portable editing bay. The IT Enterprise Buyer: You need the absolute most powerful hardware available but require a DOS base to deploy your company’s strict custom Windows Enterprise image. Alternatives & Competitors Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD RTX 5090 24GB HP Omen Max 16 Core Ultra 9-275HX, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 5090 24GB Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Does this laptop come with Windows installed? No. This specific model (90NROLF1-M00BC0) ships with DOS. You will need to purchase and install your own operating system (like Windows 11 Pro) before you can play games or use the laptop. Can the RTX 5090 run games in 4K? While the built-in display is 2.5K (1600p), the RTX 5090 is the most powerful mobile GPU on earth. If you plug it into a 4K external monitor or TV via HDMI 2.1, it will easily run the heaviest modern games at 4K/60 FPS on Ultra settings. Is the keyboard mechanical? No, it is a high-end membrane Chiclet keyboard. However, it features ROG Overstroke technology for incredibly fast actuation, N-key rollover, and brilliant Per-Key RGB backlighting. How do I use the AniMe Vision display on the lid? Once you install Windows, you can use the pre-loaded ASUS Armoury Crate software to fully customize the 810 mini-LEDs on the lid. You can import GIFs, type text, or set it to react to your music. Can I charge the laptop with a USB-C cable? Yes. While heavy gaming requires the massive 380W power brick, the dual Thunderbolt 5 ports support up to 100W USB-C Power Delivery. You can use a small, travel-friendly Type-C charger for basic web browsing and video watching on the go. Buy the Latest Asus Laptops at Exelic Gadgets.