BEAT THE BEST. CARVE YOUR LEGACY.
Reach the pinnacle of Windows 11 Pro gaming on the 2023 Strix SCAR 17 X3D, with an AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D processor and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU.
PERFORMANCE
PEERLESS PERFORMANCE
Draw more frames and win more games with the horsepower of the 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D with Windows 11 Pro. Tackle any enemy with an AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D processor, paired with an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU powered by an incredible 175W max TGP. A dedicated MUX Switch with NVIDIA Optimus support lets the Strix SCAR 17 X3D intelligently prioritize gaming performance or battery life automatically. Leave loading screens behind thanks to PCIe Gen 4x4 solid state storage. With DDR5 memory bringing more bandwidth to the table than ever before, the Strix SCAR 17 X3D is ready to leave the competition in the dust.
3D Supremacy
3D V-Cache technology is available for the very first time in a laptop. The Ryzen 9 7945HX3D offers double the L3 cache of its non-X3D equipped predecessor, leading to incredible performance gains in gaming on the same process node.
GPU Power Unleashed
With NVIDIA® Advanced Optimus, the laptop can automatically route frames from the discrete GPU directly to the display using a MUX Switch, bypassing the integrated graphics. This pathing improves performance by 5-10% compared to machines without a MUX Switch, making sure you get the absolute best gaming experience all without needing touch a single button.
NVIDIA® Advanced Optimus
With NVIDIA® Advanced Optimus, the laptop can automatically route frames from the discrete GPU directly to the display using a MUX switch, bypassing the integrated graphics. This pathing improves performance 5-10% compared to machines without a MUX Switch, making sure you get the absolute best gaming experience all without needing touch a single button. This automatic switching also preserves your machine's battery life, as it can dynamically transition between the high- power discrete GPU and the lower power integrated GPU. No matter what you re doing, your machine will switch to the most optimized mode without you having to lift a finger.
GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptops
Beyond Fast for Gamers and Creators
AI-Powered Performance and Lifelike Graphics*
Get a quantum leap in performance in games and creative apps with Al-powered DLSS 3 and enable lifelike virtual worlds with full ray tracing.
Accelerate Your Ideas
NVIDIA Studio takes your creative projects to the next level. Unlock RTX and Al acceleration in top creative apps, NVIDIA Studio drivers for max stability, and a suite of exclusive tools to fast-track your creativity.
Optimized Power and Performance
NVIDIA Max-Q is an advanced suite of Al-powered technologies that optimize your system for peak efficiency. This enables blazing-fast laptops that are thin, quiet, and have amazing battery life.
*Cyberpunk 2077 image captured on a desktop with new Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode ON, shown for illustrative purposes only. Actual performance varies by system.
Blazing Fast DDR5 Memory
Leveraging the brand new DDR5 standard, enjoy a huge generational performance jump to 4800Mhz, with write times 50% faster than DDR4 equipped machines. This ultra-fast memory makes all aspects of the laptop feel snappy, from intense gaming to light web browsing.
Better. Faster. Stronger.
Take on even the largest projects with confidence thanks to a PCIE Gen4 performance SSD. With raw throughput up to 7000MB/s, massive files and detailed game worlds will load in the blink of an eye.
ROG Intelligent Cooling
Powerful components require powerful cooling. The 2023 ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D utilizes Thermal Grizzly s Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the GPU. An ultra-high performance thermal interface material that can keep the chip up to 15°C cooler than traditional thermal pastes. When paired with a massive custom vapor chamber that covers 43.3% of the motherboard and four dedicated exhaust vents, this thermal solution transfers heat out of the system incredibly efficiently. ROG s Intelligent Cooling technology allows critical components like the CPU and GPU to maintain higher boost frequencies for longer periods of time, keeping your framerates smooth and steady even during extended gaming sessions. The Strix SCAR 17 X3D keeps noise in check, too: when in Performance mode, the machine does not exceed 40 dB.
Beat the heat
Heat dissipation is faster and more efficient with our vapor chamber design, which vastly increases surface area compared to traditional heatpipe systems. Unlike conventional heat pipes that only transfer heat along their axis, vapor chamber designs spread heat across their entire surface, rapidly absorbing and dissipating waste heat without adding extra bulk to the machine. This efficient transfer also keeps the surface of the laptop cooler, keeping your hands comfortable for the entire game.
Unleash the Grizzly
The 2023 Strix SCAR 17 X3D features Thermal Grizzly s cutting-edge Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the GPU. Compared to traditional thermal pastes, this indium- and gallium-based compound offers 17X higher conductivity, in addition to temperature reductions of up to 15 degrees. Used exclusively by ROG, this material offers the highest thermal transfer available on a laptop.
*Temperature improvements compared to the previous gen thermal compound, as tested internally by ASUS. Thermal conductivity compared to industry standard.
SOFTWARE
ENDLESS CUSTOMIZATION
ENDLESS CUSTOMIZATION
When you want to tweak settings, monitor temperatures, or tinker with your laptop, Armoury Crate is your command center. Real-time monitoring allows you to see what your GPU, CPU and memory are doing. RGB can be adjusted on a game-by-game basis with Aura Sync. Fan and power profiles allow you to change the acoustics, power delivery, and thermal characteristics of the laptop on the fly. And exclusive game deals keep your library topped off at all times.
MACRO KEYS
Armoury Crate also supports full customization of the dedicated hotkeys. By default they act as volume control, microphone mute and a quick launch for Armoury Crate, but with a few adjustments you can make them work for you. Create a function key for quick toggle when needed, a macro for complicated button combinations, or even a quick launch button for the application of your choice. Make your machine uniquely yours.
PERFORMANCE MODES
More than just simple fan curves, Armoury Crate s performance modes serve to transform your machine from a silent, power sipping web browser to a full gaming battlestation with maximum horsepower. And for those that require even more granular control, Manual mode removes all limiters and lets you make a custom profile that suits your exact needs. For more information on Performance Modes, check out our full guide here.
GAME VISUAL
ROG GameVisual software offers six expertly tuned graphic modes designed to optimize your visual experience for specific game genres. First Person Shooter (FPS) mode, for example, enhances visibility in dark environments, allowing you to get the drop on any enemies lurking in the shadows. Use GameVisual to get the best experience for every game in your library.
AURA CREATOR
Customize the RGB lighting on Aura-compatible peripherals to suit your gaming style. Aura Creator s easy-to-use control panel allows you to alter a brilliant spectrum of lighting effects and colors, in addition to swapping preset lighting modes, you can also activate Aura Sync to match colors and effects across multiple devices.
AURA WALLPAPER
This brand new feature in Armoury Crate 5.0 allows you to synchronize an animated desktop wallpaper with your laptop's RGB lighting. Choose between multiple ROG-themed wallpapers and RGB effects to give your rig a completely unified look. Additional wallpapers can be downloaded directly from Armoury Crate, and the application can easily be controlled from the Windows system tray.
SCENARIO PROFILES
Automatic switching between Silent, Performance, and Turbo modes is just the beginning for Scenario Profiles. You can also define application-specific preferences for other vital system settings, like the lighting configuration and whether the Windows key or touchpad are enabled. Armoury Crate makes adjustments in an instant to best fit the task at hand, and you can configure each profile exactly how you want.
DISPLAY
LIGHTNING FAST, CRYSTAL CLEAR
You can t beat the enemy if you don t see them coming. The Strix SCAR 17 X3D has ultra-fast panel options for every scenario, making sure you ll never miss a moment. This 17-inch machine offers a QHD 240Hz panel. With refresh rates that fast and response times as low as 3ms, you can make pixel-perfect decisions even in the most frenetic firefights. Each IPS panel offers fantastic color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Adaptive-Sync for a stellar gaming and viewing experience.
AUDIO
STUDIO-QUALITY SOUND
Dolby Atmos-powered speakers create an authentic sound stage for your games. Hi-Res audio ensures you hear your music in the same quality it was recorded. Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation processes both incoming and outgoing audio to filter any errant background noises, making sure that your calls, chats and streams come through without distraction.
TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION
Our advanced Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation technology runs on the CPU, which frees up the GPU to hit higher FPS. It works with any input device and also with downstream connections, letting you remove noise from both your own mic input and from incoming feeds. Noise-canceling settings can even be customized per program, filtering specific apps like voice chat without affecting game audio you want to remain untouched.
DUAL SPEAKERS WITH DOLBY ATMOS
Two speakers powered by Smart Amp offer richer sound with 2.8x more volume, 3x more powerful bass, and up to 3x the dynamic range of alternatives. This dual-speaker setup delivers immersive surround sound optimized by Dolby Atmos technology to deliver balanced, multidimensional audio across the full spectrum without losing clarity or detail.
HI-RES
Hi-Res Audio provides lossless audio, letting you hear recordings exactly as the artist intended.
CONTROL
PRESS THE ATTACK
Built to last, the Strix SCAR 17 X3D's keyboard switches are rated to last over 20 million presses. The WASD keys can rest easy, durable enough to stand the test of time. Per-key RGB lighting allows for unlimited flexibility via Aura Sync, including game specific lighting layouts.
BATTERY
ALL DAY ENDURANCE
The Strix SCAR 17 X3D is ready to go the distance. For flexibility on the go, USB Type-C charging is supported up to 100W. When charging using the supplied 330W power adapter, the Strix SCAR 17 X3D can recharge from zero to 50% in just 30 minutes.
CONNECTIVITY
STAY CONNECTED
In modern multiplayer games, a stable internet connection is imperative. The Strix SCAR 17 X3D is ready to join the fight with a dedicated RJ45 port supporting 2.5G LAN, as well as the latest Wi-Fi 6E wireless standard. For local connections, the Strix SCAR 17 X3D supports Bluetooth 5.2, enabling seamless pairing with all of your peripherals. Never lag out again.
I/O PORT
BATTLESTATION READY
The RJ45 is not the only port in this storm. The dedicated GPU hosts an HDMI 2.1 port for the latest TVs and monitors, increasing total bandwidth from 18 to 48Gbps, and supporting up to 4K 120Hz and 8K 60Hz content. Two USB Type-C ports allow for plenty of connectivity with DisplayPort and power delivery.
XBOX GAME PASS ULTIMATE
Discover your next favorite game
Play over 100 high-quality games with friends on your PC, console, phone or tablet for one low monthly price.* With games added all the time, there s always something new to play.
*Terms and exclusions apply. Game catalog varies over time, by region, and by device. See xbox.com/gamepass and https://www.ea.com/eaplay/terms, for details. Xbox Cloud Gaming: Streaming limits apply. Requires compatible controller (sold separately), supported device and Xbox Game Pass app; see system requirements. System requirements vary by game; performance scales with higher-end systems.
**The EA logo and Battlefield are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. © FIFA is a copyright and/or trademark of FIFA. All rights reserved. Manufactured under license by Electronic Arts Inc. STAR WARS © & TM 2019 Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.
BUNDLE
BUNDLE UP
Don t leave home without some ROG gaming accessories. Keep superior precision and control close at hand with the Aura Sync-compatible ROG Gladius III mouse. Enhance your audio experience with the cushy and comfortable ROG Fusion II 300 headset, perfect for immersing yourself in rich, high-fidelity sound. Keep your battery topped up on the go with the slim and light ROG 100W USB-C adapter. To get all this gear to your destination, make sure to use an ROG backpack.
*Bundled peripherals may vary according to regions. Please check with local vendors for exact offers.
| Design | |
| Product type: | Laptop |
| Product colour: | Black |
| Form factor: | Clamshell |
| Colour name: | Off Black |
| Market positioning: | Gaming |
| Introduction year: | 2023 |
| Display | |
| Display diagonal: | 43.9 cm (17.3") |
| Display resolution: | 2560 x 1440 pixels |
| Touchscreen: | No |
| HD type: | Wide Quad HD |
| Panel type: | IPS |
| LED backlight: | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio: | 16:9 |
| Anti-glare screen: | Yes |
| Display brightness: | 300 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space: | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut: | 100% |
| Display response rise/fall: | 3 ms |
| Maximum refresh rate: | 240 Hz |
| Contrast ratio (typical): | 1000:1 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported: | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology: | Dolby Vision |
| Processor | |
| Processor family: | AMD Ryzen 9 |
| Processor manufacturer: | AMD |
| Processor model: | 7945HX3D |
| Processor frequency: | 2.3 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency: | 5.4 GHz |
| Processor cores: | 16 |
| Processor cache: | 144 MB |
| Processor cache type: | L2 & L3 |
| Memory | |
| Internal memory: | 32 GB |
| Maximum internal memory: | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type: | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed: | 4800 MHz |
| Memory form factor: | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size): | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots: | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Storage | |
| Total storage capacity: | 1 TB |
| Storage media: | SSD |
| Optical drive type: | No |
| Total SSDs capacity: | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed: | 1 |
| SSD capacity: | 1 TB |
| SSD interface: | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe: | Yes |
| SSD form factor: | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated: | No |
| Graphics | |
| On-board graphics card: | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card: | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model: | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 |
| On-board graphics card model: | AMD Radeon 610M |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer: | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer: | AMD |
| Discrete graphics card memory: | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type: | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA G-SYNC: | Yes |
| Audio | |
| Audio system: | Smart Amp |
| Number of built-in speakers: | 2 |
| Built-in microphone: | Yes |
| Camera | |
| Front camera: | Yes |
| Front camera HD type: | HD |
| Network | |
| Mobile network connection: | No |
| Top Wi-Fi standard: | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards: | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type: | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN: | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates: | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth: | Yes |
| Bluetooth version: | 5.3 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: | 2 |
| HDMI ports quantity: | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity: | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: | 1 |
| HDMI version: | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port: | Yes |
| Power adapter barrel connector: | 6.0 mm |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode: | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery: | Yes |
| Performance | |
| Repairability index: | 8.6 |
| Keyboard | |
| Numeric keypad: | Yes |
| Pointing device: | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit: | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour: | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone: | Per-key RGB |
| Software | |
| Operating system installed: | Windows 11 Home |
| Operating system architecture: | 64-bit |
| Trial software: | McAfee 30 days, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3 months |
| Battery | |
| Battery capacity: | 90 Wh |
| Battery technology: | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells: | 4 |
| Fast charging: | Yes |
| Fast charging time (50%): | 30 min |
| Power | |
| AC adapter power: | 330 W |
| AC adapter frequency: | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage: | 100 - 240 V |
| AC adapter output current: | 16.5 A |
| AC adapter output voltage: | 20 V |
| Security | |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM): | Yes |
| Password protection: | Yes |
| Password protection type: | BIOS, User |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight: | 3 kg |
| Width: | 395 mm |
| Depth: | 282 mm |
| Height (front): | 2.34 cm |
| Height (rear): | 2.83 cm |
