Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · Jul 25, 2026 · summarized
MixedUsed the 4080 model for about 1.5 years; loved the mini LED display in single zone mode but disliked having only two SSD slots.
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A score out of 100 for how well reviewed a product is next to others of its kind. It rises with positive reviews and with how many there are; negative and mixed reviews take points off. The best in each category scores in the 90s.
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Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · Jul 25, 2026 · summarized
MixedUsed the 4080 model for about 1.5 years; loved the mini LED display in single zone mode but disliked having only two SSD slots.
Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · Aug 6, 2026 · summarized
PositiveHas had the 4080 Scar 18 for a couple of years, loves it, and reports zero complaints.
Reddit · r/ASUSROG · Apr 30, 2026 · summarized
PositiveOwns the 2024 model and rates its speakers as among the best on a gaming laptop.
Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · Aug 16, 2025 · summarized
MixedBought the 2024 model with the 4080; screen flickering and BSODs were solved with Ultimate graphics mode and EZ Flash BIOS updates, and it has been solid since.
Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · May 26, 2025 · summarized
MixedHad the 2024 model with the mini LED screen and called the display the best part, but returned it to wait for the 50 series.
Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · Apr 27, 2025 · summarized
NegativeHas the 2024 version; the keyboard died a week after the warranty ended, and they think a laptop this expensive deserves a longer warranty.
Reddit · r/GamingLaptops · Apr 1, 2025 · summarized
PositiveOwns the 2024 model and says its hinges are nice and tight, with the screen staying put and not wobbling.
Of the 7 reviews with a clear verdict, 43% are positive, 43% mixed and 14% negative. The praise mentioned most is great display. The most common complaint is died early.
The complaints reviewers mention most: died early (1 review), keyboard issues (1 review) and screen issues (1 review). For example: Has the 2024 version; the keyboard died a week after the warranty ended, and they think a laptop this expensive deserves a longer warranty.
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