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ASUS G73SW-XA1 Republic of Gamers 17.3-Inch Gaming Laptop (Black) is the recent hottest gamers laptop from Asus, and it is my best gaming laptop after owning several laptops in the past.
This impressive thing comes with i7 2.0GHz Sandy Bridge Technology (the new one), with a big screen which is 17.3-inch, so really great for gaming.
ASUS G73SW-XA1 Republic of Gamers 17.3-Inch Gaming Laptop (Black) – True Portable Power : Bringing the breathtaking performance of a desktop gaming PC to a compact notebook has been a challenge, but this is exactly what the G73SW achieves. It’s full high definition gaming and multimedia packed into a sleek form with the latest technology.
I have played tried Rift, and Civ V as well as Left for Dead 2 with the highest settings, and it worked flawless. If this is not enough for you, it packs 8GB RAM, so it absolutely has screaming performance to game for hours, while you also have many windows opened for another work. Asus is a good brand name for excellent laptop and tablet products.
Always cool
With its eye-catching design, the G73SW deploys unique cooling and noise dampening, with two huge rear venting exhausts that push both heat and noise away from users. This results in a cool and quiet environment.
Comfort first
The ergonomic illuminated keyboard sits at a 5 degree angle to increase usability even during long gaming sessions, plus surfaces come wrapped in a rubberized material for even greater ease of use.
Gorgeous graphics
The G73SW utilizes the brand new NVIDIA GTX 460M with a massive 1.5GB GDDR5. Based on Fermi technology, this new graphics processor offers native DirectX11 for a huge graphics gain in high definition gaming, plus dedicated video acceleration.
Bundled with the G73SW is 3DTV Play from NVIDIA, which projects the high definition graphics of this notebook onto any compatible 3DTV via HDMI 1.4. This includes 3D video, games and photos, taking the experience into the living room.
Awesome audio
EAX and THX surround audio boosts game enjoyment and immersion with realistic effects and enveloping sound, while redefining sonic performance in music and movies.The ROG G73Sw-XA1 gives you all the power you need to create digital video, 3D animation, or effortlessly play adrenaline-filled games with Intel's leading-edge processor. Powered by the 2nd generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor with 8-way processing capability, the ROG G73Sw-XA1 outperforms other notebooks with massive memory bandwidth for the ultra-smooth multitasking performance. Featuring Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology, processor speed is automatically adjusted to your needs by accelerating performance for your task at hand.
Definitive Multitasking
With a host of power profiles, this gaming powerhouse has a built-in overclocking mode via ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid that activates in a simple push of a button located above the keyboard that turns up system performance above its default level.Leading Gaming Power for the Next Generation
The ROG G73Sw-XA1 features the new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M graphics engine for unprecedented visual performance. With unmatched DirectX 11 support, experience a totally new class of virtual interaction for more dynamic gaming.The ROG G73Sw-XA1 also features a 750GB 7200RPM hard drive to store your movies, games, and pictures. Plus, the ROG G73Sw-XA1 offers 8GB of DDR3 system memory for incredible multitasking capability.
Enjoy Vibrant Media
Featuring a 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display, the ROG G73Sw-XA1 lets you enjoy the latest in HD playback for an immersive experience with sharp images, smooth video transitions, and brilliant clarity. With HDMI connectivity, turn this gaming powerhouse into your personal media center by connecting to an external monitor or HDTV and enjoy flawless 1080p HD playback. The ROG G73Sw-XA1 is complemented with stereo speakers and EAX Advanced HD 5.0 so you can hear every detail with enhanced acoustics.Aerodynamic Design
Based from the intelligent design of a US stealth fighter, the ROG G73Sw-XA1 showcases sleek design. Its internal components are specially engineered next to the rear air vents to promote air flow and system cooling.Relax, ASUS Has You Covered
Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources,2 readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS relentlessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.This notebook also comes with the industry's most comprehensive warranty.
1 Year ASUS Global Warranty
Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:- 1 year global warranty
- 30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
- 2-way free standard shipping
- 24/7 tech support
1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty (ADW)
Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.- Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
- Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
- 1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
- 24/7 toll-free phone support
What's in the Box
- ROG G73Sw-XA1
- AC Adapter
- 8 cell Battery Pack
- Warranty Information Card
Specifications
- Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
- Display: 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display (1920 x 1080)
- Processor: 2nd generation Intel Core i7-2630QM quad-core processor (2.0 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0 up to 2.9 GHz)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M 1.5GB GDDR5 VRAM
- WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz), Bluetooth v2.1
- LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
- Memory: 8GB DDR3 1333 MHz RAM, 4 x SODIMM (expandable to 18GB)
- Storage:750GB 7200RPM hard drive
- Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD drive
- Camera: 2.0 megapixel
- Speakers: Stereo speakers with EAX 5.0 sound
- Microphone: Digital Array Microphone
- Card Reader: 8-in-1 card reader (MMC/SD/Mini-SD/XD/Memory stick/MS Pro/MS-Duo/MS-Pro Duo)
- Input / Output: 1 x Mic-in, 1 x Headphone-out, 1 x VGA port/Mini D-Sub 15-pin for external monitor, 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x USB 3.0 port, 1 x Gigabit LAN, 1 x HDMI, 1 x Kensington Lock
- Battery: 8 cell
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 12.8 x 0.08 ~ 2.3 –inches
- Weight: 8 lbs (with 8 cell battery)
- Color: Matte Black
ASUS G73SW-XA1 Bad, Good Reviews, and Summary
Bad Review:- Awful sound card
- Glossy screen that becomes very bright if it is used outdoor.
- It can’t be used to watch 3D movies or play 3D games since it has only 60Hz screen monitor (for 3D, you will need the ASUS G73SW-3DE)
- Very fast gaming laptop, and it is not hot even running for hours
- Heavy, but it is not surprising, since it is a 17″ laptop which packs its cooling system
- It has backlit keyboard
- Good battery life
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