For users who want to work and play games anytime, anywhere, there is no better option than a laptop. Especially if you frequently play games that require high specifications, edit videos, or do 3D rendering, a gaming laptop can be an alternative to a desktop PC. The latest models equipped with RTX 50 series graphics cards are coming out one after another, which is good news for users who want both performance and portability.
The product we will introduce this time is the flagship model of the GIGABYTE AORUS series, the GIGABYTE AORUS MASTER 18. AORUS MASTER is a lineup that has been consistently loved as a brand that symbolizes high performance in motherboards and graphics cards. The ’18’ in the model name refers to the large 18-inch display, and as a top-of-the-line model, it is equipped with the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and the RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, boasting top-level performance among existing laptops. It has specifications that can easily handle not only the latest games, but also demanding tasks such as AI calculations and high-resolution video editing. This product is a good alternative for users who want both mobility and performance.
| Product Appearance & Features |
[Actual size] Length 401 mm, width 287 mm, thickness 25.3~30.9 mm It is a large 18-inch display product with a horizontal length of 401 mm. It is designed in a matte black color, and RGB LED lights up on the back AORUS logo, keypad, and bottom line of the notebook.
There is an NVIDIA, Intel sticker on the lower left of the keypad, and it supports Dolby ATMOS.
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The bottom of the laptop has wide vents for efficient air circulation and non-slip rubber pads. These rubber pads prevent slipping and provide space between the laptop and the floor to help airflow smoothly. Cool air from the bottom cools the heat inside the laptop, and the heated air is exhausted to the outside through four vents on the side and back.Quasar Zone
[Maximum hinge angle] Approximately 130 degrees
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[Number of keyboard keys] 101 keys
The keyboard is also designed in the same black color as the exterior, giving it a high sense of unity. The touchpad measures 132 x 90 mm and is offset to the left of the center. The layout, which includes the numeric keypad, is evenly spaced with no space between the arrow keys and the keypad, which can be inconvenient when using the keypad.Quasar Zone
[Webcam] 1980 x 1080 FHD, Windows Hello facial recognition support
□ Lighting
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※ This photo was taken in a dark environment, so the keypad lighting effect may differ from that seen in a bright environment.
[LED Configuration] Rear AORUS logo, keyboard, front LED line
□ I/O Port
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[Left] Power port, RJ-45 LAN port, HDMI 2.1 port, 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 Thunderbolt 5 Type-C
[Right] 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 Thunderbolt 4 Type-C, SD card reader UHS-II, audio input/output port
□ Weight
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[Actual laptop weight] Excluding adapter: 3,433 g
□ Adapter
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[Adapter] 20.0 V, 20.0 A, 400 W
[Adapter weight] 1,160 g (including power cable)
decomposition
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[Battery] 6,215 mAh, 99.20 Wh
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[Memory Slot] SO-DIMM DDR5 x4, supports up to 128 GB memory
[Basic installed memory capacity] Micron Crucial SO-DIMM DDR5 5,600 MT/s 32 GB (16 GB x2)
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By default, the memory operates at 4,800 MT/s.Quasar Zone
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[Cooling Solution] 4 blower cooling fans, 2 heat pipes, vapor chamber
The overall vapor chamber area has been increased by 50% compared to the previous generation, and the unique vapor chamber design with a protruding shape expands the surface area to effectively dissipate more heat.Quasar Zone
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[Storage Slots] 1x PCIe Gen5 slot, 2x PCIe Gen4 M.2 slots
[Basic installed storage capacity] KINGSTON OM8PGP41024Q-A0 1TB, GIGABYTE AG474E1TB-SI 1TB
Supports a total of 3 M.2 SSD slots. Supports thermal pad for additional M.2 SSD installation on the bottom cover.Quasar Zone
[Wireless LAN Chipset] Intel BE200NGW
[Wi-Fi version] Wi-Fi 7
[Bluetooth version] Bluetooth 5.4
Software – GiMATE
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The Home tab allows you to set five modes: Balance, Game, Creator, Power Saving, and Online Meeting. You can easily change modes through software settings, and cooling fan settings and power consumption vary depending on the mode.Quasar Zone
In System Settings , you can update installed hardware and software. You can configure storage devices, cameras, and Dolby Atomos, and update the latest drivers and programs through the Update Center.Quasar Zone
In the personalized profile settings, you can set the details for each of the five modes in detail. You can set the details for power, cooling fan, privacy, and RGB LED according to your taste, and save them separately for each mode.Quasar Zone
AI Power Gear II allows you to configure detailed power settings depending on whether the power adapter is connected or the battery is connected, and also allows you to configure dGPU usage according to mode.Quasar Zone
Smart Cooling Options allows users to set the cooling fan RPM range based on temperature in addition to the cooling fan settings set for each mode. It is represented in a line graph for easy setting.Quasar Zone
The AI PRIVACY tab allows you to block information that may be exposed when using your laptop. You can turn off or lock the screen when you are away, and it also supports anti-peeping functions.
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RGB LED settings are possible through RGB Fusion 2.0 . A total of 10 modes are supported, and users can directly customize the RGB LED and save it as a profile.Quasar Zone
The Apps tab allows you to use various AI models provided by Gigabyte, as well as AI-related apps from NVIDIA and Microsoft.Quasar Zone
If you click the bottom right > , you can use the GiMATE chatbot. If you ask questions about notebook settings, it will provide you with a separate settings tab or options window so you can easily set up your notebook.Display Measurement
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▶▷ How to view display graphs ◁◀
□ Measuring equipment
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Konica Minolta CA-410
Probe: CA-P427
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NVIDIA LDAT V2
(response time, system latency)
□ Color area
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□ Gamma
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□ White brightness
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□ Black brightness
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□ Contrast ratio
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□ Color temperature
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□ Color accuracy
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□ Response time
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▲ Response time
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▲ Overshoot
System Information
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[CPU] Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
[Core Configuration] 24 Cores (8P+16E)
[Thread Configuration] 24 threads
[Max Boost Clock] 5.4 GHz
[TDP] 55 W
[GPU] NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
[Boost Clock] 1,797 MHz
[Memory] GDDR7 24GB 256-bit
[Maximum graphics performance] 175 W
Performance Testing
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Comparison CPU Benchmarks – View
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※ 3DMark tests were conducted with Game Mode (highest performance) set.
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KINGSTON OM8PGP41024Q-A0 1TB
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GIGABYTE AG474E1TB-SI 1TB
▲ RANDOM (left) / 0Fill (right)
[Storage Device] KINGSTON OM8PGP41024Q-A0 1TB, GIGABYTE AG474E1TB-SI 1TB
[Interface] PCI Express 4.0 x4
Game Performance Test
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RT + DLSS 4 MFG Performance Test
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Noise, temperature, and power consumption tests
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Equipment used for power/noise measurements (left: HPM-100 Wattman, right: CR-152A)
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Noise level by noise source case (Source: National Noise Information System)
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□ Thermal imaging camera
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※ An infrared thermal imaging camera is a camera that detects infrared rays that are invisible to the human eye and shows the heat distribution of a target object. While a thermal imaging thermometer, which is a non-contact type, can only measure the temperature of one point, a thermal imaging camera measures the temperature of the entire target object at the same time, allowing you to see the high and low temperatures at a glance.
□ Battery Test
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[Guide] The battery test measured the continuous playback time of YouTube 4K videos. While the game test measured absolute performance, the battery test focused on how long the usage time lasted. Therefore, the software mode was set to power saving mode and the Windows battery setting was set to the highest power efficiency . The display brightness was set to maximum. Please note that the test results may vary greatly depending on the surrounding environment, software used, and settings.
summation
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- Large and heavy weight (approximately 4,600 g including adapter)
- Exterior design with AORUS sensibility
- High performance hardware performance (U9 275HX, RTX 5090 Laptop GPU)
- Supports 4 memory slots, expandable up to 128GB
- Supports 3 M.2 SSD slots (1 Gen5 slot, 2 Gen4 slots)
- 18-inch, 240Hz MiniLED display
- Easy notebook setup via GiMATE