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[OPEN BOX EXCELLENT] ASUS - ROG Strix 18" 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD-Intel 13th Gen Core i9 with 16GB Memory-NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080-1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray $1694.99

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Best Buy has the 2023 ROG Strix G18 for 1694.99 Open Box Excellent. With few differences in the 2024 model that was recently announced, this provides a much better value IMO.

Intel Core i9-13980HX
Power through any game or project with an Intel Core i9-13980HX processor, featuring up to a 65W TDP and a hybrid architecture built from the ground up for Windows 11. 8 Performance core (16 threads) and 16 efficiency cores.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 with ROG Boost up to 175W (150W + 25W with Dynamic Boost 2.0) for an ultrafast GPU to fuel your games. Turbo clock up to 2330MHz.
ROG Intelligent Cooling
ROG Intelligent Cooling brings you one of the most comprehensive cooling solutions to give you a top-of-the-line gaming experience. Liquid Metal Conductonaut Extreme helps to reduce CPU and GPU temps by up to 15 degrees Celcius!
ROG Nebula Display
ROG Nebula Display is the new standard in gaming displays. ROG Nebula Displays guarantee minimum brightness, color representation, refresh rates, response times, and more.
18" WQXGA QHD display with 240Hz refresh rate
The 240Hz ultra bright 500nits display features a QHD+ 16:10 2560x1600 resolution that gives you more space for toolbars and tabs and 100% DCI-P3 coverage for cinema quality colors.
16GB of next generation DDR5 4800Mhz system memory
Boasting a 16GB capacity normally reserved for high-end workstations, blazing fast 4800MHz DDR5 memory allows the Strix G18 to multitask with ease.
1TB Solid State Drive (PCIe Gen4)
Save files fast and store more data and games. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCIe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
Your choice of Nvidia Optimus or MUX switch for direct GPU mode
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus technology utilizes a reboot-free experience to swtich between the dedicated MUX switch for full gaming performance and the integrated GPU for less-intensive tasks.
Weighs 6.6 lbs and Measures 1.20" Thin
The Strix G18 is a true lightweight, weighing in at just 6.50lbs and only 1.20" thin. This chassis means the Strix G18 is exceptionally portable, fitting in even small bags and carrying cases.
Robust Connectivity
Strix G18 is ripe with connectivity. With one USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, one Thunderbolt 4 support, one HDMI 2.1 port, and one microSD (UHS-II) card reader, the machine has excellent options even for high speed external devices.
Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 6E)
The ROG Strix G18 brings triple band Wi-Fi 6E to give you the best possible connection. The latest WiFi 6E standard ensures lower latency and better network connections, even on crowded WiFi networks.
Crystal Clear Audio
Dual Smart Amp speakers with Dolby Atmos support provide excellent stereo sound for your favorite content. For voice communications, a High SNR 3-mic array and AI Noise Cancelation keep comms clear for both you and your teammates, even in noisy environments.
720p Camera
Video chat with friends and family using the front facing HD camera.
ROG Armoury Crate
ROG Armoury Crate is your one-stop shop to control and customize your ROG Strix G18 and see exactly how device is performing. Need more cooling? Use one of the preset cooling modes or adjust manually.
Xbox GamePass
90-days trial of Xbox GamePass Ultimate included with every ROG Strix G18 purchase that you can even add to your existing subscription. Enjoy all the amazing the amazing titles that Xbox GamePass has to offer.
Basic Software Package Included
30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
Additional ports
Headphone/microphone combo jack. Note: This laptop does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6531333
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Best Buy has the 2023 ROG Strix G18 for 1694.99 Open Box Excellent. With few differences in the 2024 model that was recently announced, this provides a much better value IMO.

Intel Core i9-13980HX
Power through any game or project with an Intel Core i9-13980HX processor, featuring up to a 65W TDP and a hybrid architecture built from the ground up for Windows 11. 8 Performance core (16 threads) and 16 efficiency cores.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 with ROG Boost up to 175W (150W + 25W with Dynamic Boost 2.0) for an ultrafast GPU to fuel your games. Turbo clock up to 2330MHz.
ROG Intelligent Cooling
ROG Intelligent Cooling brings you one of the most comprehensive cooling solutions to give you a top-of-the-line gaming experience. Liquid Metal Conductonaut Extreme helps to reduce CPU and GPU temps by up to 15 degrees Celcius!
ROG Nebula Display
ROG Nebula Display is the new standard in gaming displays. ROG Nebula Displays guarantee minimum brightness, color representation, refresh rates, response times, and more.
18" WQXGA QHD display with 240Hz refresh rate
The 240Hz ultra bright 500nits display features a QHD+ 16:10 2560x1600 resolution that gives you more space for toolbars and tabs and 100% DCI-P3 coverage for cinema quality colors.
16GB of next generation DDR5 4800Mhz system memory
Boasting a 16GB capacity normally reserved for high-end workstations, blazing fast 4800MHz DDR5 memory allows the Strix G18 to multitask with ease.
1TB Solid State Drive (PCIe Gen4)
Save files fast and store more data and games. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCIe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
Your choice of Nvidia Optimus or MUX switch for direct GPU mode
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus technology utilizes a reboot-free experience to swtich between the dedicated MUX switch for full gaming performance and the integrated GPU for less-intensive tasks.
Weighs 6.6 lbs and Measures 1.20" Thin
The Strix G18 is a true lightweight, weighing in at just 6.50lbs and only 1.20" thin. This chassis means the Strix G18 is exceptionally portable, fitting in even small bags and carrying cases.
Robust Connectivity
Strix G18 is ripe with connectivity. With one USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, one Thunderbolt 4 support, one HDMI 2.1 port, and one microSD (UHS-II) card reader, the machine has excellent options even for high speed external devices.
Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 6E)
The ROG Strix G18 brings triple band Wi-Fi 6E to give you the best possible connection. The latest WiFi 6E standard ensures lower latency and better network connections, even on crowded WiFi networks.
Crystal Clear Audio
Dual Smart Amp speakers with Dolby Atmos support provide excellent stereo sound for your favorite content. For voice communications, a High SNR 3-mic array and AI Noise Cancelation keep comms clear for both you and your teammates, even in noisy environments.
720p Camera
Video chat with friends and family using the front facing HD camera.
ROG Armoury Crate
ROG Armoury Crate is your one-stop shop to control and customize your ROG Strix G18 and see exactly how device is performing. Need more cooling? Use one of the preset cooling modes or adjust manually.
Xbox GamePass
90-days trial of Xbox GamePass Ultimate included with every ROG Strix G18 purchase that you can even add to your existing subscription. Enjoy all the amazing the amazing titles that Xbox GamePass has to offer.
Basic Software Package Included
30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
Additional ports
Headphone/microphone combo jack. Note: This laptop does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6531333

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Model: ASUS - ROG Strix 18" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i9-13980HX - 16GB DDR5 Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 V12G Graphics - 1TB SSD - Eclipse Gray

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Quote from Pixelator77 :
I'm seeing $2,199?
$2199 is the new price. A little below $2199 you should see Open Box pricing. I don't see a way to directly link to open box pricing
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90 day warranty?
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Quote from plumbum :
90 day warranty?
I heard open box comes with full manufacturer warranty, no?
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Seems like a great deal to me
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Warranty?

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Quote from Gidrah :
Tempting. Only thing holding me back is the 16:10 aspect ratio. In CoD for example you actually get less horizontal fov in 16:10 than 16:9. You can run it at 16:9 1440p but at that point its basically a heavier 17 inch screen.

References to the issue.
https://www.reddit.com/r/GamingLa...tops_they/
https://www.reddit.com/r/Warzone/...610_ratio/
It's the same size and weight as their 17" laptops. It's actually slightly wider than your typical 17.3" 16:9 at around 15.3" wide which is about a 17.5" diagonal screen. The bigger problem is it being IPS at that size. IPS glow on all four corners at such a large screen size...
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Got one! Been watching this for a year. Thanks Op! Fingers crossed it's not one that was returned because of terrible screen blooming like so many bad reviews have talked about.
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Quote from gen10 :
I heard open box comes with full manufacturer warranty, no?
I bought a rog14 Zephyrus a week ago and it had the remaining warranty which was started 2 weeks prior to purchase
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Quote from MarkE671 :
I bought a rog14 Zephyrus a week ago and it had the remaining warranty which was started 2 weeks prior to purchase
Yeah my G16, same situation! I can register it and everything still Smilie
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Anything open box should be listed as YMMV since it is usually fairly location specific… and there are a lot of Best Buy stores. Case in point totally unavailable around me.
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Quote from RickyRockBottom :
Anything open box should be listed as YMMV since it is usually fairly location specific… and there are a lot of Best Buy stores. Case in point totally unavailable around me.
Unavailable physically, yes, however it does ship
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Quote from gen10 :
I heard open box comes with full manufacturer warranty, no?
Heard?
WHere?
I am wresting with Asus right now and they are only giving me a 90 day on an open box from Microcenter.
I tried to buy a 3 year accidental coverage warranty and paid for it, now they are saying
Only Brand New Computers can buy an extended warranty"
I will be disputing this charge if I cant resolve this. as they have my money and I have all the paperwork saying they sold me the 3 year warranty.
Im pretty sure I can buy a warranty from Microcenter if this falls through
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Quote from plumbum :
Heard?
WHere?
I am wresting with Asus right now and they are only giving me a 90 day on an open box from Microcenter.
I tried to buy a 3 year accidental coverage warranty and paid for it, now they are saying
Only Brand New Computers can buy an extended warranty"
I will be disputing this charge if I cant resolve this. as they have my money and I have all the paperwork saying they sold me the 3 year warranty.
Im pretty sure I can buy a warranty from Microcenter if this falls through
https://www.google.com/search?q=d...s-wiz-serp

All of these bestbuy Q/A's. IDK about microcenter.

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