asus ASUS introduced ROG Strix gaming laptops with 300 hertz displays

ASUS has introduced a new compact laptop VivoBook 14 (X403). Its body is made in accordance with the military reliability standard MIL-STD-810G. Thanks to the thin frame 14-inch Full HD-screen takes 87% of the surface area of the cover. Another feature was the capacious battery that provides up to 24 hours of battery life from a single charge.

VivoBook 14 is made in a metal case, available in two design options: classic silver-blue and powder-pink. With a thickness of 16.5 mm laptop weight is only 1.3 kg. Thin screen frame NanoEdge allowed to reduce the size compared to the previous model, so it became even more convenient to carry the device.
The laptop was subjected to a number of severe tests for compliance with the military standard of the US army MIL-STD 810G, including work in the mountains, in conditions of high humidity and temperature, which indicates its reliability and durability.

The device is equipped with a four-cell battery for 72 W * h, providing up to 24 hours of battery life away from the outlet. ASUS Battery Health Charging proprietary technology protects the battery from overcharging, extending its life and preventing possible damage.

The width of the frame around the screen in the narrowest place is only 4.1 mm. the webcam is located in the usual place at the top of the lid. The display with Full HD (1920x1080) resolution and 16:9 aspect ratio has wide viewing angles and anti-reflective coating. Video technology ASUS Tru2Life transforms every pixel in the frame, and intelligent algorithms improve the contrast of the image by 150%, increasing its clarity.

The maximum package VivoBook 14 includes an Intel Core i7 processor of the eighth generation, 16 GB of RAM and a solid state drive with a capacity of up to 1 TB. Dual band 802.11 ac Wi-Fi module provides a high-speed Internet connection. The built-in fingerprint scanner and Windows Hello support allow you to log in quickly and securely without entering a password every time. Standard size keys with 1.4 mm stroke have a built-in backlight, allowing you to work even in the dark.

Specifications of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X403):
Processor: Intel Core i3 | 8145U/Intel Core i5-8265U | Intel Core i7-8565U Operating system: Windows 10 Home / Windows 10 Pro Display: 14", 16:9 aspect ratio, Full-HD resolution (1920x1080), 4.1 mm wide frames Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 RAM: up to 16 GB of LPDDR3 memory frequency 2133 MHz Drive: SSD 256 / 512 GB, SATA III / SSD 256 / 512 GB, PCIe Gen3 x2 / SSD 512 GB/ 1 TB, PCIe Gen3 x4 Wireless interfaces: dual band Wi-Fi module 5 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 4.2 or 5.0 Connection ports: 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-a, 2 x USB 2.0 Type-a, 1 x combined audio Jack, 1 x HDMI 1.4 connector, 1 x SD card slot, 1 x DC power connector Sound: 2 built-in stereo speakers, ASUS SonicMaster technology, array of microphones Battery: four-cell lithium polymer, 72 W·h, up to 24 hours of battery life Color: Silver blue / powder pink Size: 322.86 x 208.48 x 16.5 mm Weight: 1.3 kg  

Vivobook series laptops are positioned as a solution for young and active users looking for a reliable laptop that will not run out of power in two hours. ASUS VivoBook 15 X512UF surely fits into these requirements, pleases with opportunities and small dimensions.

External rigor
Vivobook 15 design combines functionality and minimalism. Made of the smooth matte plastic cover is thin: in the closed state, it reacts to an attempt to squeeze it with your finger, and in the open — on twisting. As for the material, there are almost no traces left on it, and in extreme cases, they are easy to erase.
When opening the laptop at an angle greater than 90 degrees, the lower part of the cover acts as a stand — it rests on the surface, lifting the keyboard unit for more convenient text or commands. The feature is interesting, but I would like more because the body rises just a few millimeters. Nevertheless, this hinge is a plus, it is possible to "play" with the height.

Display diagonal of 15.6 inches is made by IPS technology. Its calibration is closer to cold shades. The viewing angles are not amazing, but otherwise, there are no complaints — a good, high-quality screen. The side frames are elegant — thinner than 6 mm. That, however, did not prevent to install the webcam on its usual place in the middle of the upper edge. With this design, the display area-to-body ratio is 88% and the laptop feels very small. The device weighs only 1,600 grams: put it in the backpack behind and not feel. Compared to other solutions with the same screen diagonal, VivoBook 15 is more compact, and this is a big plus for those who are used to working on the road.
Workhorse
The keyboard has a short soft stroke, and also has three levels of illumination brightness, which can be controlled by a combination of Fn+F7. When the system "understands" that do not use keys, the backlight turns off until, until will not resume entering commands. The light intensity at the maximum level seemed excessive, and the first value is enough.

The layout at first glance is classic, but there are nuances in the work. For example, some users are accustomed to the fact that Backspace is usually longer, and "arrows" and a number of F — thicker. Digital block in VivoBook 15 retained, although its buttons are clipped slightly in width. You get used to this concept quickly, but users with large fingers will complain about erroneous command input because of the size of the keys. This is the price of compactness. The rest of the keys are of the usual size: it is convenient to type text on the main block, the processing of commands is correct, the distance between the buttons allows to minimize typos.
The touch panel is medium in size, its coating is tactile almost no different from the body material. The trackpad is pressed to click and requires average effort, so accidental clicks are unlikely. There were no complaints about the capabilities and accuracy of gesture input during testing.

Performance and autonomy
Thanks to the Intel Core i7 of the eighth generation in conjunction with a fast SSD, the laptop instantly wakes up, no matter how much time spent with the lid closed. But the graphics card is not enough stars — with NVIDIA GeForce MX130 is not up to the top games. It is suitable only for casual entertainment in medium settings. On the other hand, the device is not a gaming one — it would be strange to demand high performance from it. Work and benchmarks laptop stands quietly, coolers and if included, they are almost inaudible.
In addition, the choice of hardware manufacturer provides good autonomy. With mixed use in the "Improved battery" mode, constant connection to Wi-Fi, working with text locally and online, downloading files and installing utilities for testing, the battery confidently lasts five hours. The complete adapter allows you to charge your laptop from zero to 60% in 50 minutes. The adapter itself is small and does not resemble a brick — it is a separate plus. Under full load without any limiting modes, discharge is faster — for example, in two and a half hours in PCMark 8 with an emphasis on the battery charge level fell from 100 to 19%. The laptop was heated, but not critical.

Technical Specifications
CPU
Intel Core i7-8550U 1.8 GHz
Video Card
NVIDIA GeForce MX130, 2 GB GDDR5
RAM
4GB DDR4 2400 MHz soldered on-Board + SO-DIMM 4 GB or 8 GB depending on modification
HDD
256GB SSD
Screen
15.6", Full HD (1920x1080), 60Hz, IPS, 16:9, matte
Interface
1 x Type-C Gen1, 1 x Type-A USB 3.1 Gen1,2 x Type-A USB 2.0
Dimensions, Weight
35.72 x 23.04 x 1.99 cm, 1.6 kg (1.75 kg with battery)
Additionally
fast charging, thin frames, ErgoLift screen hinge, Sonic Master audio technology
Test results
GEEKBENCH 4
Single-core 3223
Multi-core 11090
PCMark 8
2502
CINEBENCH R15
OPEN GL 27.15 FPS
CPU 534 CB
Results
Lightweight and compact for its diagonal laptop with a powerful processor, high-quality display and fast charging will be a reliable companion of a modern business person or student. Indicators of autonomy allow you to work confidently in office applications and browser. Of course, the AAA-games out of the question, but occasionally to war in the World Of Tanks, if you are not too picky about the schedule.
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Following the presentation of the ninth-generation Intel Core mobile processors, ASUS announced the release of new gaming laptops of the ROG brand. The manufacturer showed improved versions of Zephyrus S and Zephyrus M with the latest chips, as well as brand new Zephyrus G and Strix III. The latter was created on the recommendations of BMW designers.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S
Zephyrus S and Zephyrus M are made in strict black magnesium alloy housings. Both laptops have a traditional keyboard layout under the touchpad screen at the front. Thanks to the thin frames around the display, the computers turned out to be quite compact.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M
The updated Zephyrus S and Zephyrus M installed Intel Core i7-9750H processor of the ninth generation, up to 32 GB of RAM type DDR4 and Full HD-display with an update frequency of 144 or 240 Hz to choose from. The main difference between the models is the graphics subsystem: Zephyrus S in the top configuration is equipped with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or RTX 2070 with an active aerodynamic cooling system ASUS and support for G-SYNC, while in Zephyrus M installed GeForce RTX 2060 with a simpler cooling system and without G-SYNC.
Laptop ROG Zephyrus S (GX502) will go on sale at the end of May 2019. ROG Zephyrus M (GU502) will be released early in the third quarter.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G
Zephyrus G is the most affordable model in the line. It is made in a plastic and matte metal case with a thickness of about 20 mm and a weight of about 2.1 kg. In the top version, the laptop is equipped with a mobile processor Ryzen 7, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 1660 Ti graphics card, 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB SSD. Later will be announced and more affordable equipment.
Laptop ROG Zephyrus G GA502 will go on sale at the beginning of the third quarter.

ASUS ROG Strix III
Another novelty was ROG Strix III. This model was developed in collaboration with designers from BMW Designworks. The laptop is based on the concept of "Face Off", created by ASUS and BMW. As a result, it received stepped ledges on the back and sides and ROG Keystone — a special NFC-device that allows you to unlock secret encrypted storage on your computer.
In terms of technical characteristics ASUS ROG Strix III is a traditional gaming laptop: eight-core processor Intel Core i9-9880H ninth generation graphics card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 and 15.6 - or 17.3-inch Full HD-display with an update rate of 144 or 240 Hz, depending on the version.
In addition to the Strix III was also presented more affordable Strix G. He received a six-core processor Intel Core i7-9750H and video card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 16-series or RTX 2070, depending on the version. This model does not have led backlight and ROG Keystone.
Start of sales of new laptops ROG Strix III is scheduled for the second quarter of this year. Prices will be announced later.

ASUS has introduced the third generation of gaming laptops ROG Strix Scar and ROG Strix Hero within the Republic of Gamers (ROG) brand. They received the latest ninth-generation Intel Core processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics cards and an updated design, which was developed by BMW Designworks Group specialists.

ROG Strix Hero III
The new series of Strix laptops was developed in cooperation with BMW Designworks Group specialists. One of the features of laptops are stepped projections on the body. The hinges of the scissor mechanism display are slightly pushed forward, which allowed space for additional ventilation at the back, and the asymmetric cutout under the top cover prevents the interaction of the screen with the air flow. When closing the hinges are hidden in the body, reducing the possibility of failure.

ROG Strix Scar III
Another feature of the new products was the proprietary lighting Aura Sync with an additional light panel on the perimeter of the front and sides of the case. The light is reflected from the table, creating a special atmosphere with a choice of different glow effects.

ROG Strix Hero III
The laptops used standard Phillips screws, so no special tools are required for disassembly. When the back cover is opened, the user has access to two SO-DIMM slots with the ability to install up to 32 GB of RAM and compartments for 2.5-inch disks and M. 2 format drives.

ROG Strix Scar III
On Strix Scar III the pattern of carbon of the waves on the inside, in the Hero III there is a hidden cyber-text, printed on the palm rest. The appearance of both models is complemented by contrasting fractures on the metal covers.

ROG Strix Hero III
For ROG Strix Hero III and ROG Strix Scar III was developed a special NFC-device ROG Keystone, acting as a physical key from the laptop. With it you can change the backlight and other settings specified in the profiles of Armory Crate. The key also provides access to the secret drive Shadow Drive, where you can store important files in encrypted form.

ROG Strix Scar III
Depending on the configuration, a 240 Hz display can be installed in laptops. This provides a competitive advantage in games, especially in online shooters. In the top versions of ROG Strix Hero III and ROG Strix Scar III are equipped with a new eight-core processor Intel Core i9-9880H ninth generation graphics card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 with support for ROG Boost. The latter increases the GPU frequency to 1440 MHz at 115 watts.

ROG Zephyrus S
In addition to ROG Strix Hero III and ROG Strix Scar III ASUS has introduced three new laptops. Thus, ROG Zephyrus S (GX502) received a six-core Intel Core i7-9750H processor of the ninth generation, up to 32 GB of RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 graphics card with support for G-Sync. In the top modification of the laptop is equipped with a Full HD-display with a refresh rate of 240 Hz.

ROG Zephyrus M
Another novelty was ROG Zephyrus M (GU502). It is made in a similar design to Zephyrus S and is equipped with the same processor Intel Core i7-9750H, but for the graphics, it is responsible NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 with support for overclocking ROG Boost. The laptop can be charged via the USB Type-C connector.

ROG Strix G
ROG Strix G — the most affordable gaming laptop in the updated line of Strix. It received a six-core Intel Core i7-9750H processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 graphics card, and a 144hz refresh rate screen.
Read more about ROG'S Zephyrus, Zephyrus M ROG and ROG Strix G can read from the previous news.

ASUS has introduced new X409 and X509 laptops designed for everyday use. It is a compact model with a diagonal of NanoEdge screens 14 and 15 inches respectively, and a thin framework. In the maximum configuration, they are equipped with Intel Core i7 processor of the eighth generation, discrete NVIDIA graphics, and two drives.

The X409 and X509 notebooks come with the eighth-generation Intel Core i7 processor, a discrete NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics card, a 512 GB solid-state drive, and a 1 TB hard drive. Optional memory support Intel Optane.
The X409 is equipped with a 14-inch screen, and the width of the frame on the sides is only 6.5 mm. The 15-inch X509 has a side frame width of 7 mm, and the screen itself occupies 83% of the area of the inner surface of the cover. Laptops turned out thin and light — 1.65 kg and 1.8 kg, respectively.

To give additional strength in new products used metal inserts. The reinforcement plate under the keyboard provides the necessary rigidity for comfortable work with the touchpad and the keyboard itself, and the brackets, located perpendicular to the edge of the case, protect the swivel mount and the internal components of the laptop from side impacts. In addition, E‑A‑R technology absorbs shock to the body and vibration on three axes, reducing the risk of damage to the hard drive.

Both models support Windows Hello and the ability to log in to the system using the built-in fingerprint scanner touchpad (optional), which allows you to unlock the device with a single touch. The keyboard has a backlight, which is convenient for working in low light or even in the dark. The height of the keys is 1.4 mm, which is convenient for typing.

New items are equipped with a fifth‑generation Wi-Fi module (standard 802.11 ac) and Bluetooth 4.2. The modern USB Type-C connector (USB 3.1) allows you to connect the cable to any side and transfer data at a speed up to 10 times higher than USB 2.0. In addition, laptops have USB 3.1 (Gen1) and USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI output and a microSD card slot.

Laptops are equipped with high-capacity batteries, the charge of which is enough for a day of battery life. Fast charging technology allows you to charge your device up to 60% in just 49 minutes. ASUS Battery Health Charging's proprietary option ensures the safety of the charging process, helps extend battery life and maintain high battery capacity for a long time.
Specifications:
 
ASUS X409FA / FB / FJ / FL
ASUS X509FA / FB / FJ / FL
Operating system
Windows 10 Pro / Windows 10 Home (64 bit)
Processor
Intel Core i7-8565U / i5-8265U / i3-8145U / Pentium 5405U
RAM
4GB / 8GB, DDR4 + 1 x SODIMM (up to 16GB)
Display
14", 200 nits brightness, HD resolution (1366x768), tn matrix, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte coating, NTSC coverage: 45%
 
14", 200 nits brightness, full HD resolution (1920x1080), tn matrix, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte finish, NTSC coverage: 45%
 
14", 250 nits brightness, full HD resolution (1920x1080), IPS matrix, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte finish, NTSC coverage: 45%
15.6", 200 nits brightness, HD resolution (1366x768), tn matrix, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte coating, NTSC coverage: 45%
 
15.6", 200 nits brightness, full HD resolution (1920x1080), tn matrix, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte finish, NTSC coverage: 45%
 
15.6", 250 nits brightness, full HD resolution (1920x1080), IPS matrix, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte finish, NTSC coverage: 45%
Drives
HDD: 500GB / 1TB 5400 rpm SATA3 SSD: 128 / 256GB, PCIe SSD: 256 / 512 GB
Video card
UMA / MX110 / 230 / 250 with 2GB of GDDR5 memory
I/o ports
1 x USB Type-C, 1 x USB Type-A, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI, 1 x combined audio Jack, 1 x microSD card slot
Keyboard
1.4 mm
Touchpad
touchpad with gesture support
Laptops X409 and X509 will go on sale in July this year.