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Series

ROG Strix2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835 on the ROG Strix page.

Legion 71Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Product family Legion 7. Lenovo calls it the Legion 7a (16 inch, 11) in its press release.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

G835LXG-DB96, 90NR0LF1-M00RW01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026The US tech spec tab has nine columns. The G835LXG-DB96 columns (2nd, 4th and 8th) read Windows 11 Home, RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7, 32GB DDR5-6400 SO-DIMM, 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD and 3.73 Kg. The G835LWG-DB96 columns are the RTX 5080 version at 3.70 Kg.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835lxg-db96-90nr0lf1-m00rw0Read 16 October 2026Reference / Part Number 90NR0LF1-M00RW0 for G835LXG-DB96.

83Q80003US3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Reference / Part Number 83Q80003US: Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, 16 inch 2560x1600 OLED 240Hz, 32GB LPDDR5x, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7, Windows 11 Home, English keyboard, Glacier White.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

15 May 20263Press releaserog.asus.com/articles/rog-gaming-laptops/a-new-benchmark-the-rog-strix-scar-18-rewrites-the-rules-of-performanceRead 16 October 2026ROG article dated May 15, 2026 introduces the 2026 ROG Strix SCAR 18 with the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, 320W total system power and the 4K 240Hz Mini LED panel. It is the earliest maker text found, so it is used as the announcement date.

6 January 20262Press releasenews.lenovo.com/pressroom/press-releases/lenovo-levels-up-ces-with-legion-gaming-devicesRead 11 October 2026Press release dated 6 January 2026 announces the Legion 7a (16 inch, 11), estimated from $1,999 with expected availability from April 2026.

Status

Available1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026G835LXG-DB96 shows Buy Now on the ASUS US tech spec tab on 2026-10-16. An earlier column of the same model shows Coming Soon.8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Sold at Amazon, Best Buy and Newegg in the 10 July 2026 review.

Available4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Review updated 28 August 2026 lists prices and describes the series as in stores.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2025) G835LX10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026The reviewer calls it a refinement of the 2025 Scar 18 chassis. The 2025 model is asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835lx-xs97.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$4,999.998Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review published 2026-07-10: model G835LXG-DB96 is $4,999.99, with G835LWG-DB96 at $4,299.99. US price. US prices carry no sales tax. UltrabookReview and the Amazon US listing agree on $4999.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026US review of the Amazon, Best Buy and Newegg listings.

US3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026US part number with an English keyboard. Other regions use other 83Q8 numbers.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Off Black6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835lxg-db96-90nr0lf1-m00rw0Read 16 October 2026Colour name Off Black.10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Off Black color with RGB elements.

Glacier White3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Colour name Glacier White.

Segment

Gaming2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026ROG Strix gaming laptop.

Gaming1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026AI PC Category: AI-Powered Gaming PC, with NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics.

Form factor

Clamshell2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Standard clamshell gaming laptop. The page lists no convertible or detachable mode.

Clamshell1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Non-touch display and no pen support. PSREF lists no hinge angle or detachable screen.

Chassis

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DimensionsiClosed laptop body size. Minimum and maximum thickness describe the front and rear or other points stated by the maker.

Width399Depth298Thickness (min)23.5Thickness (max)35mm(15.7 × 11.7 × 0.9 to 1.4 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 202639.9 x 29.8 x 2.35 ~ 3.50 cm.

Width361.35Depth254.16Thickness (min)15.5Thickness (max)16.9mm(14.2 × 10 × 0.6 to 0.7 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026361.35 x 254.16 x 15.5-16.9 mm. PSREF says dimensions may vary by configuration.

Weight (published)iPublished laptop weight without the charger. A starting weight is identified in the source note and may vary with configuration.

3.73kg(8.2 lb)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 20263.73 Kg (8.22 lbs) in the G835LXG-DB96 column. The RTX 5080 column reads 3.70 Kg (8.16 lbs). Tom's Hardware prints 8.16 lbs for the RTX 5090 unit, which matches the 5080 column, so the ASUS tab is used.

1.8kg(4 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Less than 1.8 kg (3.97 lbs). PSREF says the weight is approximate. The reviewer's unit weighed 1.82 kg.

Lid material

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Aluminium1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Case Material: aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom).

Bottom material

Plastic8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Only the lid is metal, with the rest of the construction thick plastic.

Aluminium1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Max hinge angle

135°10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Specs sheet as reviewed: clamshell with a 135-degree screen angle. ASUS publishes only a hinge cycle test range.

180°4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Extras: clamshell format with 180-degree screen angle.

MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)iManufacturer claim of MIL-STD-810 testing. The revision and tested procedures belong in the source note. This is not proof of every standard test.

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Display

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Screen sizeiDiagonal of the main built-in display. Rounded-corner displays may be measured as a full rectangle.

18in(45.7 cm)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 202618-inch.

16in(40.6 cm)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Display table, single option: 16 inch WQXGA 2560x1600 OLED, non-touch, glossy, 16:10, 500 nits SDR typical, 1100 nits HDR peak, 100% DCI-P3, 240 Hz.

Native resolution

3840 × 2400px1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 20264K (3840 x 2400, WQUXGA) 16:10. Default refresh rate is 120Hz in Standard, Eco and Optimized GPU modes. 240Hz needs the Ultimate GPU mode in Armoury Crate.

2560 × 1600px1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Pixel density

251.6ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

188.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Panel typeiDell's WVA means wide viewing angle and names no panel technology, so it is stored as IPS only when Dell or a review names IPS.

IPS-level2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026The Pantone section says each IPS-level display is factory-calibrated. ASUS names the panel an 18-inch 4K ROG Nebula HDR display with Mini LED.

OLED1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Backlight

Mini-LED2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Mini LED with over 2000 dimming zones. The exact zone count is not stored.

None (self-emissive)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Dimming zonesiIndependently controlled backlight zones, not the number of LEDs or screen pixels.

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Panel part numberiPanel part number identified in a matching review unit. Suppliers may vary within the same laptop configuration.

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Samsung ATNA60HU02-04Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Panel HardwareID Samsung SDC421B (ATNA60HU02-0). Suppliers may vary within the same configuration.

Screen surfaceiSurface of the stored display configuration. Anti-reflective coatings do not by themselves make a glossy display matte. A matte finish of the chassis is not the screen surface.

Matte10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Spec sheet: 18-inch 16:10, non-touch, matte, with the ROG AGLR anti-glare low reflection coating.

Glossy1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Touchscreen

No10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Non-touch.

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Stylus

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None1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Refresh rate modesiHighest confirmed operating refresh rate of the built-in display at each resolution. Add a second row only for a documented dual-mode panel, not an ordinary supported timing.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)	VRR
3840	2400	240	Yes

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026240Hz / 3ms. Default refresh rate is 120Hz in Standard, Eco and Optimized GPU modes, and 240Hz needs the Ultimate GPU mode. The 3ms figure is not stored because the page does not say gray-to-gray.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)	VRR
2560	1600	240	Yes

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Max refresh rate

240Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate modes

240Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate modes

Adaptive synciNamed variable refresh technologies for the built-in display. Manual switching between 60Hz and 120Hz is not VRR.

G-SYNC2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026NVIDIA G-SYNC with Adaptive Sync technology. Stored as G-SYNC.

G-SYNC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Display key features: DisplayHDR True Black 1000, NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus support.

Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)iManufacturer claim for a gray-to-gray pixel transition. Do not use generic response times, black-to-white values, or motion-picture response times.

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Native panel colour depthiPhysical panel colour depth per channel. Do not infer native bit depth or FRC from the number of supported colours.

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10bits4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Test line: 2.5K 2560 x 1600 px, 10-bit, 240Hz.

Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer typical SDR luminance. Outdoor maxima and an unspecified peak are not typical SDR brightness.

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500nits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)iManufacturer maximum SDR luminance explicitly claimed for outdoor use. Ambient light, automatic brightness and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not typical SDR or HDR brightness.

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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer explicitly sustained HDR luminance. Screen area, duration, temperature and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not a brief peak or SDR luminance.

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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer peak luminance explicitly measured or claimed in HDR. Window size and duration belong in the source note.

1,600nits2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 20261600 nits of peak brightness, measured at 3% OPR, on the product page.

1,100nits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

sRGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated sRGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated DCI-P3 gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

100%1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026DCI-P3: 100%. The product page says 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026

100%1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Color Gamut column: 100% DCI-P3. Coverage or volume is not stated.

Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated Adobe RGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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HDR certification

DisplayHDR 10002Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026The product page says contrast performance meets the DisplayHDR 1000 certification. The ROG article of 2026-05-15 says VESA True Black 1000, which does not fit a Mini LED LCD, so the product page value is used.

DisplayHDR True Black 10001Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Factory calibratediThe maker explicitly states factory colour calibration. Certification alone does not establish calibration.

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Each IPS-level display is factory-calibrated to Pantone colors.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Color Calibration: X-Rite factory color calibration.

Second display

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Processor

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Processor

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 290HX Plus 2.7 GHz (36MB Cache, up to 5.5 GHz, 24 cores, 24 Threads).

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 4701Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Processor brand

Intel1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

AMD1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Core configurationiProcessor core groups using the chip maker's names. MediaTek Big, Apple Super and AMD Zen architecture labels remain distinct from Intel P and E labels.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.7	5.5
Efficiency	16	1.8	4.7

Source5Press articleheise.de/en/news/Intel-introduces-notebook-top-model-Core-Ultra-9-290HX-Plus-11216464.htmlRead 16 October 2026Intel product pages as reported by heise (2026-03-18): the E-core base clock drops 300 MHz to 1.8 GHz and E-cores clock slightly higher at their peak. P-core max turbo is 5.5 GHz. 8 Performance cores and 16 Efficient cores. P-core base 2.7 GHz is on the ASUS spec tab. E-core max 4.7 GHz is from Kelaptop and MyFixGuide.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835lxg-db96-90nr0lf1-m00rw0Read 16 October 2026P-core 2.7 GHz base and 5.5 GHz max turbo, E-core 1.8 GHz base and 4.7 GHz max turbo.7Reviewmyfixguide.com/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835-2026-reviewRead 16 October 20268 P-cores 2.7GHz base and 5.5GHz max, 16 E-cores 1.8GHz base and 4.7GHz max, 24 threads.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Core type	Count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Zen 5	4	Zen 5	2	5.2
Zen 5c	8	Zen 5c	Not available	3.3

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 20264Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 is a hybrid design with 4 Zen 5 and 8 Zen 5c cores. The review unit is a 32 GB, 1 TB, RTX 5060 configuration of 16AGP11 in Glacier White, which matches the stored configuration. Its exact model number is not given.5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 11 October 2026Architecture 4x Zen 5 and 8x Zen 5c, 12 cores, 24 threads. Max boost up to 5.2 GHz, max Zen 5c clock up to 3.3 GHz, base clock 2 GHz.

CPU cores

24=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

12=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

Cores labelled performanceiCounts only rows classified as performance. Other labels, including Big, Super and AMD Zen architecture rows, are not included.

8=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

0=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

Cores labelled efficiencyiCounts only efficiency and low-power-efficiency rows. AMD Zen 5c and Apple super cores are not included.

16=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

0=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

ThreadsiMaximum hardware threads of the processor, including simultaneous multithreading where supported.

241Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 202624 Threads.

241Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Max boost clock

5.5GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

5.2GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

L3 cacheiL3 cache only. Do not copy a combined L2 plus L3 cache total. Qualcomm's total cache, such as 30 MB on Snapdragon X, is not L3, even when a laptop maker labels it L3.

36MB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 202636MB Cache is the Intel Smart Cache, which is the L3. MyFixGuide lists 36MB L3 plus 40MB L2.7Reviewmyfixguide.com/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835-2026-reviewRead 16 October 202636MB Intel Smart L3 + 40MB L2 Cache. Only L3 is stored.

24MB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 row: 12MB L2 / 24MB L3.

ProcessiProcess size class of the processor compute die in nm, as on CPUs: TSMC N3B is 3, Intel 7 is 10, Intel 4 is 7 and Intel 18A is 1.8. Marketing process names and other chiplet processes belong in the source note.

3nm7Reviewmyfixguide.com/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-g835-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Lists the Arrow Lake platform as built on the 3nm TSMC process. The review unit is a different configuration (128GB, 8TB). Only the chip facts are used.

4nm5Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-400-series/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-470.htmlRead 11 October 2026Processor technology for CPU cores: TSMC 4nm FinFET.

Sustained CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's sustained configured CPU power limit, such as PL1. A chip manufacturer's generic base power is not the laptop setting.

200W2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Up to Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus with sustained power of 200W. The mode is not named. The reviewer's mode table shows PL1 200W in Manual mode.

85W4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Legion Space profile table, Performance profile: CPU PL1/PL2 85/90 W. Custom is 90/95 W, Balance 65/80 W, Quiet 45/50 W.

Peak CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's configured short-duration CPU limit, such as PL2. Do not substitute generic processor maximum turbo power.

240W10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Power profile table, Manual mode: CPU only PL1/PL2 200/240W. Turbo is 180/200W. 240W is the highest PL2, so it is stored.

90W4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile PL2 of 90 W.

Combined CPU and GPU poweriMaker stated simultaneous CPU plus discrete-GPU budget for the exact configuration and power mode.

320W2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Manual mode: 145W CPU plus 175W GPU, 320W total system max wattage. Turbo mode is 270W total.

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NPU performanceiNPU-only claimed operations per second. Excludes combined CPU, GPU and platform AI throughput. Precision belongs in the source note.

13TOPS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13TOPS.

55TOPS1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 row: AMD Ryzen AI up to 55 TOPS. Overall up to 86 TOPS is not stored.

Graphics

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Discrete GPUiA separate dedicated graphics processor is installed. Integrated or unified-memory graphics do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

GPU

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

GPU brand

NVIDIA1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

NVIDIA1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

VRAMiDedicated video memory of the installed discrete GPU. Shared system memory is excluded.

24GB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

8GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Max GPU power (TGP)iMaximum configured discrete-GPU power including Dynamic Boost. Mode and any maker qualification belong in the source note.

175W1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026175W including 25W Dynamic Boost, as written in the Graphics row.

115W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Graphics table: RTX 5060 Laptop GPU, 8GB GDDR7, TGP 115W. A 12GB RTX 5070 option is listed and is not stored.

Dynamic BoostiMaximum additional GPU power shifted from the CPU through NVIDIA Dynamic Boost. This is part of maximum TGP, not extra to it. A figure written as "up to 115W Dynamic Boost" is the total, so it goes in gpu_tgp_max_w.

25W1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026150W+25W Dynamic Boost.

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GPU boost clockiHighest maker configured GPU boost clock, including factory overclock where explicitly stated. Mode belongs in the source note.

1,647MHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026ROG Boost: 1647MHz at 175W (1597MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC, 150W+25W Dynamic Boost). Mode not named on the spec tab.

2,497MHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Graphics table: RTX 5060 boost clock 2497 MHz.

GPU switchingiExplicit GPU display-routing or power-sharing features. Advanced Optimus includes hardware display multiplexing.

MUX switch, Advanced Optimus2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026MUX switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus.

MUX switch, Advanced Optimus1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Display key features name Advanced Optimus, which includes a hardware MUX. The reviewer also confirms a MUX switch.4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Spec line: with MUX, Advanced Optimus, G-Sync.

Integrated GPU

Intel Graphics1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026The Processor Graphics of the Core Ultra 9 is listed by ASUS as Intel Graphics.

AMD Radeon 890M1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 row: AMD Radeon 890M.

Memory

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Installed RAMiTotal installed RAM in this product configuration, not the maximum purchase option.

32GB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 202632GB DDR5-6400 SO-DIMM for the DB96 columns. The DS99-CA column reads 32GB DDR5-6400 SO-DIMM x 2 for 64 GB.

32GB3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Internal memory 32 GB LPDDR5x-SDRAM, 8533 MHz, on-board.

RAM type

DDR51Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

LPDDR5X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Memory Type LPDDR5X-8000 or LPDDR5X-8533. Memory is soldered to the system board with no slots, 32GB or 64GB. The exact model has 8533 MT/s (Kelaptop, reviewer).3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026

RAM speediConfigured memory data rate in transfers per second. Do not treat the DRAM clock in MHz as the data rate.

6,400MT/s1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

8,533MT/s1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 20263Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026

Memory channelsiActive memory channels of the installed configuration, not the number of RAM modules or slots. One installed module is one channel. This holds for DDR5 too, whose two 32-bit subchannels on one module do not count as two channels. Soldered LPDDR memory counts in 64-bit units, so a 128-bit bus is 2 channels, even when a maker calls it quad-channel.

18Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review unit G835LXG-DB96: 32GB DDR5-6400 (1x 32GB). The reviewer calls it single-channel RAM, and Task Manager confirms only one SO-DIMM slot is used. ASUS lists generic dual-channel support, and Kelaptop also lists 1 x 32 GB.

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RAM upgradeiWhether the installed RAM is soldered, socketed in slots, or a mixture. Purchase-time configurations are not upgrades.

Slots1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 20262x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots.

Soldered1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable RAM module sockets grouped by type and occupancy. Clocked SO-DIMM uses CSODIMM. Soldered memory is excluded.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Slot	Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
SO-DIMM	1	Yes	32
SO-DIMM	1	No	Not available

Source8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Two SO-DIMM slots, one used by the 32GB module (Tom's Hardware, ASUS tab).

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

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RAM slots

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Free RAM slots

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Maximum supported RAMiManufacturer supported maximum RAM, including purchase-time soldered options. Does not imply post-purchase upgradeability.

128GB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Max Capacity: 128GB.

64GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Storage

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Installed storageiTotal advertised installed storage in decimal GB. Convert 1TB to 1000GB, without changing an explicitly published 512GB value.

1TB1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 20261TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 Performance SSD, stored as 1000 GB.8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 20261TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (HFS001TEJ9X101N), the only drive installed.

1TB3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Total storage capacity 1 TB, SSD, PCI Express 4.0, M.2 2242.

Storage type

NVMe SSD1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

NVMe SSD1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Installed drive PCIe generationiPCIe generation of the installed drive. This may be lower than the slot capability.

41Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026PCIe 4.0 installed drive.

41Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Storage slotsiPhysical storage connectors grouped by capability and occupancy. A slot accepting several drive lengths is one slot, not one per length.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	5	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	5	1	No

Source8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Upgrade possibilities include two M.2 slots, so one slot is free next to the installed 1TB drive. The product page says both SSD slots are PCIe Gen 5 ready and the reviewer notes the 1TB drive is PCIe 4.0. UltrabookReview gives the 2280 length.10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Two M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 slots, tool-less Q-latch.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
M.2 2242	PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	2	1	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026One M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 slot and one M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x2 slot. The installed drive is listed as M.2 2242, so it sits in the 2242 slot.

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Ports

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PortsiPhysical laptop connectors grouped by type, protocol capability and side. One connector with several protocols is counted once.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)
USB-C	Thunderbolt 5	2	Left	80	Thunderbolt 5	Yes	100
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Left	10	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	Right	10	Not available	Not available	Not available
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Left	2.5	Not available	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Spec tab: 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (up to 10Gbps), 2x Thunderbolt 5 with DisplayPort, power delivery and G-SYNC (data speed up to 120Gbps), 1x 2.5G LAN. 80 Gbps is the symmetric Thunderbolt 5 rate. 120 Gbps is the display Bandwidth Boost rate in the Intel technology brief, so 80 is stored. The product page lists HDMI 2.1, the power port, sides and 100W USB-C power delivery.2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026On the right side two USB-A ports. On the left side an audio jack, dual Thunderbolt 5 (USB Type-C), a single USB-A, HDMI 2.1, a 2.5G ethernet port and the power port. USB Type-C power delivery up to 100W, port not named.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)intel.com/content/dam/www/central-libraries/us/en/documents/2023-09/thunderbolt-5-technology-brief.pdfRead 16 October 2026Intel Thunderbolt 5 technology brief: 80 Gbps bidirectional and Bandwidth Boost transmit up to 120 Gbps.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)	Maximum peripheral power (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 1	1	Left	5	Not available	Not available	Not available	4.5
USB-C	USB4 40Gbps	1	Left	40	USB4	Yes	100	15
USB-C	USB4 40Gbps	1	Left	40	USB4	Yes	140	15
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 1	1	Right	5	Not available	Not available	Not available	10
SD card	Not available	1	Right	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Standard Ports: USB-A 5Gbps with 4.5W output, USB-A 5Gbps Always On with 10W output, USB-C USB4 40Gbps with USB PD 65-100W input and 15W output and DisplayPort 2.1 (footnote: Lenovo protocol 140W needs a unique Lenovo adapter), USB-C USB4 40Gbps with USB PD 65-140W input and 15W output and DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1, combo jack, card reader, slim tip power connector. Sides come from the PSREF side photos and the reviewer.

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Ethernet speed

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Maximum USB-C charging inputiHighest confirmed charging power accepted by a USB-C port. This is separate from adapter rating and power delivered to peripherals.

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Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Wi-Fi 7(802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2.

Wi-Fi 73Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2x2, Bluetooth 5.4.

Wi-Fi bandsiSupported radio frequency bands. Availability may be restricted by country or regulatory configuration.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

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Wi-Fi module

Intel BE2008Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200, Bluetooth 5.4.10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026WiFi 7 (Intel BE200) 2x2 with Bluetooth 5.4.

Realtek 8922E-VP4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Spec line: WiFi 7 (Realtek 8922E-VP) 2x2 with Bluetooth 5.4.

BluetoothiThe version as a number with one decimal, such as 5.4 or 6.0. A qualifier such as or above goes in the source note.

5.41Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Bluetooth 5.4. ASUS notes the supported version depends on OS support and drivers.

5.43Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026

Cellular

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No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026WWAN: No support.

Keyboard and touchpad

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Keyboard layoutsiDocumented layouts of the retained regional SKUs. Do not infer a layout solely from the sales country.

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English3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Keyboard language English.

Key switches

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Keyboard backlightiA maker-confirmed backlight with no published type uses backlit_unspecified. Do not infer white lighting, a single colour or RGB from backlit alone. A single-zone RGB backlight is RGB zones.

RGB per key1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Backlit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB with Num-key.

RGB zones1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Keyboard Backlight: 24-Zone RGB.

NumpadiDedicated physical numeric keypad. A virtual touchpad number pad is not counted.

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Num-key in the keyboard row.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Key traveliPhysical key travel distance, not actuation distance.

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1.6mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Pointing stickiDedicated stick pointing device such as TrackPoint. A touchpad does not qualify.

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Touchpad size

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Width135Height80mm(5.3 × 3.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 202680 x 135 mm (3.15 x 5.31 inches) buttonless glass surface multi-touch touchpad.

Touchpad mechanismiA clickpad or glass touchpad that clicks when pressed down is mechanical. Haptic needs a source that says haptic or force feedback.

Mechanical8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026The reviewer calls it Asus' mechanical touchpad with a quiet clicking action.

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Camera and audio

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Webcam

1080p1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 20261080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello.

5.0MP1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Camera: 5.0MP + IR, with E-shutter.

IR face loginiAn infrared camera suitable for Windows Hello face authentication. An ordinary webcam or fingerprint sensor does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Other Security: IR camera for Windows Hello (facial recognition).

Webcam privacy

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Electronic kill switch1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026E-shutter listed under Other Security.

Built-in speaker driversiIndividual built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Do not count audio channels or infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

41Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 20264-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology. The product page names two tweeters and two downward-firing woofers.

41Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 20264 stereo speakers: 2W x2 woofers and 2W x2 tweeters. The reviewer could only see two speaker units inside.

Total speaker poweriCombined published power of the built-in speaker drivers. RMS or peak classification belongs in the source note.

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8W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Four 2 W speakers. RMS or peak is not stated.

Audio features

Smart Amp Technology, Hi-Res certification (for headphone), Dolby Atmos, AI noise-canceling technology1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

Audio by HARMAN, Nahimic Audio, Smart Amplifier (AMP)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones, not beamforming channels or microphone modes.

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21Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Battery and power

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Battery energyiPublished nominal energy capacity of the installed internal battery in watt-hours. Separate from measured runtime and charger output.

90Wh1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 202690WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion.

84Wh1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime for each explicitly named test. Display brightness, configuration and other conditions belong in the source note. Wireless streaming preserves an unnamed content type and does not imply video or audio. Video conferencing requires an explicit calling test, with application and participant setup in the source note. MobileMark versions use different workloads, so compare only rows of the same version.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

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BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Use case	Hours (h)
MobileMark 30	12.8
Video playback	14.8

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026MobileMark 30 at 250 nits: 12.8 hr. Local 1080p video playback at 150 nits: 14.8 hr.

Adapter rated outputiNominal rated output of the documented supplied or recommended adapter. A temporary dynamic maximum belongs in the source note. Not the laptop charging-input limit.

450W1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Rectangle Conn, 450W AC Adapter, Output: 21V DC, 21.45A, 450W. Whether a charger is included varies by country, region and model.

245W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Power adapter options: 245W slim tip (3-pin) or no adapter.

Laptop charging connectoriConnector at the laptop end of the documented main charging cable, not the wall plug or adapter-end connector. HP's AC smart pin is a round DC plug, so it is barrel.

Proprietary1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Rectangle Conn at the laptop end is a proprietary connector. Tom's Hardware also calls it proprietary.8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026The power connector is proprietary for the 450 W power brick.

Proprietary1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)iManufacturer time to charge an empty battery to 50%. Adapter and powered-off conditions belong in the source note.

Not available

30min1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Rapid Charge Pro: charge up to 50% in 30 min. Adapter and start state are not stated.

Cooling

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FansiPhysical cooling fans inside the laptop. Excludes fans in external coolers and the power adapter.

32Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Tri-Fan Technology with a third auxiliary fan for the GPU and VRAM.

24Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Cooling module has two fans, two heatsinks and three heat pipes.

Vapor chamberiA vapor-chamber heat spreader is installed. Ordinary heatpipes alone do not qualify.

Yes2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026End-to-end vapor chamber with sandwiched heatsink.

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Liquid metaliComponents where the maker confirms liquid-metal thermal material. Ordinary thermal paste is excluded.

CPU and GPU2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on both CPU and GPU.

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Power modesiPublished laptop operating modes and configured power limits. Do not place observed runtime power measurements in this table.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Name	CPU power (W)	GPU power (W)
Silent	Not available	Not available
Performance	Not available	Not available
Turbo	95	175
Manual	145	175

Source2Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026Silent, Performance and Turbo modes plus Manual. In Turbo the max wattage is 95W for the CPU and 175W for the GPU (270W total). Manual adds 50W for the CPU, 145W CPU and 175W GPU. Silent and Performance wattages are not published.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Name	CPU power (W)	GPU power (W)
Quiet	45	60
Balance	65	75
Performance	85	95
Custom	90	115

Source4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Reviewer-reported profile settings. Cells are PL1 CPU power and maximum GPU TGP: Quiet 45/60 W, Balance 65/75 W, Performance 85/95 W, Custom 90/115 W.

Security

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Fingerprint

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None1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

TPM

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2.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Firmware TPM 2.0 integrated in SoC.

Remote management

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Security lock slotiA dedicated built-in physical security-cable slot. Security locks that occupy a USB-C port do not qualify.

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Software

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Operating system

Windows 11 Home1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Windows 11 Home for the DB96 columns.

Windows 11 Home3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026Operating system installed Windows 11 Home, English.

OS family

Windows1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

Windows3Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/lenovo-legion-7-16agp11-83q80003usRead 11 October 2026

Security updates untiliPublished end date of OS/security updates promised for the exact device model. Preserve the source precision. Do not calculate it from years or substitute a generic OS-version lifecycle. Unknown when no device-specific promise is published.

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Measured display

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Brightness (measured, centre)iReviewer center-point SDR luminance for the matching display configuration. Do not substitute a review average or unspecified measurement.

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497.24nits4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026X-Rite i1 Display Pro, maximum brightness in the middle of the screen, on mains power: 497.24 cd/m2.

Brightness (measured, average)iReviewer mean luminance across a documented display grid, normally nine points.

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Contrast ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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HDR peak brightness (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

1,124nits9Measurementtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 20261,124 nits at a 10% window with Windows HDR on, GPU in Ultimate mode, 240 Hz. 1,090 nits at 40% and 943 nits at 100%.

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sRGB coverage (measured)iReviewer measured sRGB coverage, not gamut volume. Instrument and method belong in the source note.

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100%4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026X-Rite i1 Display Pro coverage: 100% sRGB, also 94.6% Adobe RGB.

DCI-P3 coverage (measured)iReviewer measured DCI-P3 coverage, not gamut volume. Display P3 measurements are identified in the source note.

77.9%9Measurementtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 202677.9% DCI-P3 coverage at the default out-of-the-box display settings. The reviewer's colorimeter chart. This is far below the 100% claim because the default mode is not the wide-gamut mode. ASUS says sRGB is only about 75% of DCI-P3, and MyFixGuide measured 99.8% in DCI-P3 mode on another configuration.

100%4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026X-Rite i1 Display Pro coverage: 100% DCI-P3.

Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iReviewer colour error before calibration. Delta-E formula, colour space and picture mode belong in the source note.

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PWM flicker foundiWhether a reviewer detected pulse-width-modulation flicker under the documented test conditions. False does not prove all frequency ranges were tested.

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Yes4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026PWM: Yes at brightness levels other than 100%. The review prints the frequency as about 1.5 GHz, which is not plausible, so no frequency is stored.

PWM frequency (measured)iDetected PWM frequency at the brightness setting stated by the reviewer.

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PWM at or below brightnessiHighest display brightness setting at or below which the documented PWM is detected.

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Response black to white (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response for black-to-white-to-black, with test conditions in the source note.

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Response grey to grey (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response between specified grey levels. State the levels in the source note.

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

137points11Measurementultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Turbo profile, GPU in Standard mode, BIOS 304. Review unit is G835LXG with 128 GB dual-channel RAM and a 2 TB SSD. This product has 32 GB in single-channel, so CPU scores may differ slightly.

119points4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile, GPU in Hybrid mode with Nvidia Studio driver, native 2560 x 1600, laptop on a stand. Cinebench 2024 single core 119 points.

Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

2,238points11Measurementultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026CPU 2238 in the 10 minute run. Turbo profile, same review unit as above.

1,237points4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Same Performance profile suite. Cinebench 2024 CPU 1237 points, 10 minute run.

Geekbench 6 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

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2,952points4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile suite. Geekbench 6.6.0 single-core 2952.

Geekbench 6 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

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15,671points4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile suite. Geekbench 6.6.0 multi-core 15671.

3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Graphics score, not the overall score. A score the review does not label as graphics is left out.

25,164points11Measurementultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Time Spy 23806 overall, Graphics 25164, CPU 18234. Turbo profile, GPU Standard mode, native 4K+ screen. Same review unit.

11,499points4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile suite. 3DMark Time Spy graphics score 11499 (overall 11188).

3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

6,302points11Measurementultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Steel Nomad 6302. Turbo profile, same review unit.

2,605points4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile suite. 3DMark Steel Nomad 2605.

SSD sequential read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Game frame ratesiMatching review-unit game results. Resolution, preset, upscaling, frame generation and ray tracing are stated only when documented.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

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BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Game	Width (px)	Height (px)	Preset	Upscaling	Ray tracing	Average FPS	1 % low FPS
Black Myth: Wukong	2560	1600	Cinematic	TSR 55, frame generation off	No	36	22
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1600	Ultra	Not available	No	42	24
Horizon Forbidden West	2560	1600	Very High, TAA	Not available	Not available	78	Not available
Red Dead Redemption 2	2560	1600	Ultra Optimized, TAA	Not available	Not available	81	58
Shadow of the Tomb Raider	2560	1600	Highest, TAA	Not available	Not available	96	74
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1600	Ultra, RT Overdrive, Ray Reconstruction, path tracing	DLSS 4 Balanced, Multi Frame Generation 2x	Yes	58	26
Cyberpunk 2077	2560	1600	Ultra, RT Overdrive, Ray Reconstruction, path tracing	DLSS 4 Balanced, Multi Frame Generation 4x	Yes	100	22

Source4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Performance profile, dGPU mode, about 95 W TGP, Nvidia Studio driver 610.88, native 2560 x 1600, laptop on a stand. Black Myth, Cyberpunk and Horizon recorded with MSI Afterburner in campaign mode, RDR2 and Tomb Raider with the built-in benchmarks. The printed Horizon 1% low of 582 fps is a typo, so only the average is stored. Black Myth uses TSR 55 with frame generation off. Cyberpunk Overdrive rows use DLSS 4 Balanced, Ray Reconstruction and path tracing.

Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per modeiReviewer sound-pressure readings for the matching configuration and mode. Measurement distance and workload belong in the source note.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Power mode	Load	Noise (dB(A))
Performance	Gaming	42
Turbo	Gaming	48

Source11Measurementultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Noise at head level from the power profile table: Performance about 42 dBA, Turbo about 48 dBA. Gaming load, Cyberpunk for 30 minutes. Silent is under 35 dBA and Manual is 53 to 54 dBA with max fans, which are not stored.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

Power mode	Load	Noise (dB(A))
Balance	Gaming	38
Performance	Gaming	45
Custom	Max load	52

Source4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Noise measured at head level while gaming on the stated profile. The Custom row is the full-speed fan figure of about 52 dBA. Distance is not given in centimetres.

Max fan noiseiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

48dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per mode

52dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per mode

Fan noise while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

48dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per mode

45dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per mode

Top surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

32.8°C9Measurementtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 202691 F on the keyboard between the G and H keys during the Metro Exodus stress test, 32.8 C. Power mode not stated.

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Bottom surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

42.2°C9Measurementtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026108 F on the underside near the cooling vents during the same test, 42.2 C.

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Palm rest under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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CPU temperature in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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CPU clock in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

64°C9Measurementtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026RTX 5090 averaged 64 C in the Metro Exodus RTX stress test. The CPU averaged 66 C.

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Measured battery and power

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Battery runtime per testiReviewer runtime for the exact test and configuration. Mixed browsing, video and graphics workloads are classified as mixed use.

AASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2026) G835LXG

Test	Brightness (nits)	Hours (h)
Mixed use	150	4.98

Source9Measurementtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026One minute shy of five hours, stored as 4.98 h. Test is web browsing, OpenGL tests and video streaming at 150 nits on Wi-Fi. Power mode is not stated.

BLenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11

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Wi-Fi browsing runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Video runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Full charge time (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Power draw idleiHighest reviewer idle AC power reading for the matching configuration and test conditions.

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Power draw gamingiReviewer AC power draw during the named game and settings. Not GPU-only power.

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Power draw maxiMaximum reviewer AC input power during the documented load or stress test. Not the adapter rating.

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Sustained CPU power (measured)iObserved sustained CPU package power during the documented test. Not the configured PL1 limit.

180W11Measurementultrabookreview.com/75552-asus-rog-scar-18-2-reviewRead 16 October 2026Sustained TDP of about 180 W in Turbo mode in the Cinebench R23 loop. Approximate figure as printed.

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GPU power while gaming (measured)iObserved GPU-only power while running the documented game and settings.

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Weight (measured)iReviewer measured laptop mass without its power adapter unless the source note explicitly states otherwise.

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1.82kg(4 lb)4Reviewultrabookreview.com/76626-lenovo-legion-7a-reviewRead 11 October 2026Reviewer spec line: weight 1.82 kg, charger and cables 0.72 kg, EU version. Whether it was weighed is not stated.

Certifications

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Intel EvoiManufacturer certification of the exact configuration as Intel Evo. Processor support alone does not establish certification.

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Copilot+ PCiManufacturer identifies the configuration as Copilot+ PC. A Copilot keyboard key alone is insufficient.

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026AI PC Category lists Copilot+ PC.

Colour certifications

Pantone Validated1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026Pantone Validated.

Pantone Validated, Pantone SkinTone Validated1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Other Certifications: Pantone SkinTone Validated and Pantone Validated.

ENERGY STAR

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026ENERGY STAR 9.0, only on models with a preloaded OS.

EPEAT

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Gold1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPEAT Gold Registered, only on models with a preloaded OS.

Other certifications

TÜV Rheinland certification (blue light reduction), ClearMR 110002Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026TÜV Rheinland Certification section: blue light is reduced before it leaves the screen. Also ClearMR 11000 (VESA CMR 11000) in the display badges.

TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free, TÜV Rheinland High Gaming Performance, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), ErP Lot 6/26, RoHS compliant1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Certifications list.

In the box

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In the boxiAccessories confirmed for this exact SKU. Do not combine mutually exclusive regional bundles into one box.

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Power adapter includediWhether a power adapter is included with this exact regional SKU. A supported or recommended adapter does not prove inclusion.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year8Reviewtomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/asus-rog-strix-scar-18-2026-reviewRead 16 October 2026Asus includes a standard one-year warranty. US review.

1year1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026Base Warranty: 1-year courier or carry-in service. 2-year and 3-year options exist and are not stored.

Warranty serviceiDocumented manufacturer warranty service for the named market. Included paid service upgrades belong in the source note.

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Collect and return, Carry-in1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Links

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Product page

rog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-20262Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026Read 16 October 2026

psref.lenovo.com/Product/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP111Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026PSREF product page that hosts this spec sheet. The page itself is a script-rendered shell, so the PDF was read instead.

Spec sheet

rog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-strix/rog-strix-scar-18-2026/specRead 16 October 2026

psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)psref.lenovo.com/syspool/Sys/PDF/Legion/Legion_7_16AGP11/Legion_7_16AGP11_Spec.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Manual

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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