Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18"

Name: Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18"
Brand: Thunderobot
SKU: 27269

Manufacturer: Thunderobot

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ is a powerful gaming laptop designed for high-performance tasks. With a large 18″ screen and 240Hz refresh rate, it delivers smooth visuals for gamers and creators alike.

Equipped with 64GB RAM and 2048GB of storage, this laptop ensures ample memory and quick access to data. It also features a 500 nit display brightness, an NVMe SSD, and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate for the latest gaming technologies.

Pros

Supports Intel Resizable BAR, enhancing memory access and overall performance.
Equipped with multi-display technology for an extended workspace or immersive gaming setup.
Includes 3D stereoscopic support, making it suitable for advanced graphical tasks and 3D content creation.
Has ECC memory support for increased stability and error correction, beneficial for high-performance computing tasks.
Offers a high memory bandwidth of 811.5 GB/s, ensuring efficient data processing and handling of demanding applications.

Cons

Lacks a MagSafe power adapter, which some users may prefer for easier and safer charging.
Does not support Dolby Atmos for high-end audio performance.
No integrated stylus or support for stylus input, limiting precision control for certain design tasks.
No fingerprint scanner or 3D facial recognition, which could enhance security and ease of use.
Does not feature an optical disc drive, limiting compatibility with physical media.

Who is this for?

This product is ideal for users who require high graphical performance, such as gamers and creative professionals. With its multi-display technology and support for ray tracing, it offers a smooth, immersive experience for multitasking and demanding visual tasks. Additionally, the ECC memory support ensures stability during intensive workloads, making it suitable for users who need reliability in high-performance scenarios like content creation or scientific computing.

Who is this NOT for?

This product may not be suitable for users seeking advanced audio features or portability. It lacks support for Dolby Atmos, which limits its potential for high-end audio experiences, and it also doesn't come with an optical disc drive or MagSafe power adapter. Additionally, the product's weight and absence of stylus input make it less ideal for those who prioritize portability or require precise control for design work.

Design:

Type	Gaming
weight	2800 g
Uses a fanless design	✕
Has a backlit keyboard	✓
warranty period	1 years
volume	3672 cm³
width	408 mm
height	300 mm
thickness	30 mm
is weather-sealed (splashproof)	✕
has a rugged build	✕

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ gaming laptop features a solid and sleek design, weighing in at 2800 g and measuring 408 mm in width, 300 mm in height, and 30 mm in thickness. It is equipped with a backlit keyboard for enhanced visibility, especially in low-light conditions. While not weather-sealed or rugged, this laptop comes with a standard 1-year warranty to provide peace of mind for users.

Display:

screen size	18"
resolution	2560 x 1600 px
pixel density	167 ppi
Display type	LCD, LED-backlit, IPS
has a touch screen	✕
brightness (typical)	500 nits
refresh rate	240Hz
contrast ratio	1800:1
has anti-reflection coating	✕
supported displays	4

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ features a large 18-inch display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 px. Its 240Hz refresh rate ensures smooth visuals, while the 500 nits of brightness make it suitable for various lighting conditions. The display uses LCD, LED-backlit, IPS technology, providing vibrant colors, though it lacks a touch screen and anti-reflection coating.

Performance:

RAM	64GB
Uses flash storage	✓
internal storage	2048GB
CPU speed	8 x 2.7 & 16 x 2.1 GHz
CPU threads	24 threads
VRAM	24GB
floating-point performance	31.8 TFLOPS
GDDR version	GDDR7
texture rate	496.9 GTexels/s
pixel rate	193.9 GPixel/s
Is an NVMe SSD	✓
DirectX version	DirectX 12 Ultimate
GPU clock speed	990 MHz
uses multithreading	✓
maximum memory amount	192GB
DDR memory version	5
turbo clock speed	5.4GHz
GPU turbo	1515 MHz
PCI Express (PCIe) version	5
semiconductor size	4 nm
has XeSS (XMX)	✕
Supports 64-bit	✓

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ offers impressive performance with 64GB of RAM and 2048GB of internal storage, utilizing fast NVMe SSD technology for quick data access. Powered by a CPU with a total clock speed of 8 x 2.7 GHz & 16 x 2.1 GHz and 24 threads, it ensures smooth multitasking. The laptop also features a 24GB GPU RAM with a GPU clock speed of 990 MHz and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, enabling high-level gaming and graphical tasks.

Benchmarks:

PassMark result	56426
PassMark result (single)	4723

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ has achieved a PassMark result of 56426, demonstrating solid overall performance. For single-threaded tasks, it scores 4723 on the PassMark benchmark, reflecting its efficiency in handling more focused workloads.

Connectivity:

USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C)	0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)	2
USB 4 20Gbps ports	0
USB 4 40Gbps ports	1
Thunderbolt 4 ports	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C)	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A)	2
Thunderbolt 3 ports	0
has an HDMI output	✓
Has USB Type-C	✓
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
has an external memory slot	✓
Bluetooth version	5.3
RJ45 ports	1
HDMI ports	1
HDMI version	HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort outputs	0
USB 2.0 ports	0
has AirPlay	✓
mini DisplayPort outputs	0
has a VGA connector	✕

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ offers solid connectivity options, featuring USB Type-C and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-A) ports, alongside Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless connections. It also includes an HDMI 2.1 port for external displays, and an RJ45 port for wired internet access. The laptop supports an external memory slot for added storage flexibility and offers AirPlay for streaming content wirelessly.

Battery:

battery size	99 Wh
Has sleep-and-charge USB ports	✓
Has a MagSafe power adapter	✕

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ is equipped with a 99 Wh battery and features sleep-and-charge USB ports for convenient charging even when the laptop is in sleep mode. However, it does not include a MagSafe power adapter.

Features:

release date	January 2025
has stereo speakers	✓
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✓
megapixels (front camera)	2MP
supports ray tracing	✓
supports DLSS	✓
has Dolby Atmos	✕
Stylus included	✕
Has a fingerprint scanner	✕
number of microphones	1
Uses 3D facial recognition	✕
has voice commands	✕
has a front camera	✓
Has S/PDIF Out port	✕
has a gyroscope	✕
has GPS	✕
has an accelerometer	✕
has a compass	✕
Has an optical disc drive	✕

The Thunderobot Zero 18 Radiant 18″ comes equipped with stereo speakers and a 3.5 mm audio jack for versatile audio options. It features a 2MP front camera for video calls, as well as support for ray tracing and DLSS for enhanced graphics performance. However, it does not include Dolby Atmos, a fingerprint scanner, or 3D facial recognition.

Miscellaneous:

clock multiplier	27
AMD SAM / Intel Resizable BAR	Intel Resizable BAR
GPU architecture	Blackwell
has LHR	✕
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	95W
Supports 3D	✓
Supports multi-display technology	✓
OpenCL version	3
OpenGL version	4.6
Supports ECC memory	✓
memory bus width	256-bit
effective memory speed	25400 MHz
maximum memory bandwidth	811.5 GB/s
render output units (ROPs)	128
texture mapping units (TMUs)	328
shading units	10496
Has Double Precision Floating Point (DPFP)	✓
GPU memory speed	2000 MHz
Type	Laptop
CPU socket	BGA 2114
instruction sets	MMX, F16C, FMA3, AES, AVX, AVX2, SSE 4.1, SSE 4.2
Has an unlocked multiplier	✓
L3 cache	36 MB
L2 cache	40 MB
Has NX bit	✓
Turbo Boost version	2
CPU temperature	105 °C
Has integrated graphics	✓
memory channels	2
RAM speed (max)	6400 MHz
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓

This device features an Intel Resizable BAR for better memory access and a Blackwell GPU architecture for advanced graphics performance. With support for multi-display technology and 3D stereoscopic capabilities, it offers immersive visual experiences. The system also includes ECC memory support, a 256-bit memory bus width, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 811.5 GB/s, ensuring smooth performance for demanding tasks.

Final Verdict

The product stands out as a powerful choice for high-performance tasks, especially with its multi-display support and robust ray tracing capabilities. It is well-suited for gamers and creative professionals who require a reliable system for graphics-intensive workloads. However, it may not be the best fit for those seeking portability or advanced audio features. Overall, this product offers strong performance for its intended use cases, making it a solid choice for users prioritizing visual power and computational reliability.

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