Product Description
The Choice of Champions
No One Comes Close
The world of portable gaming has a new reigning king. The G74 is a performance notebook that imposes its will with the combined power of a second generation Intel® Core™ i7-2630QM CPU and NVIDIA® GTX 560M GPU with 3GB of GDDR5 VRAM. A score of P2008 in 3DMark11 and P9180 in 3DMark Vantage takes over the reins as the fastest notebook in the land. Support for DirectX®11 ensures that you'll not only have the fastest rig in town, but also the ability to play games as they were meant to be seen for a long time.
Plus, its 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display delivers the latest in high-definition entertainment with brilliant 1080p playback. The ROG G74SX-A1 breaks from the heard of traditional gaming notebooks with built-in overclocking features through the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid utility—instantly giving you extreme power with a push of a button.
The ROG G74SX-A1 also boasts a massive 1.5TB 7200RPM hard drive, 12GB DDR3 system memory, Blu-ray Combo drive, high-speed wireless N, SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectivity, Bluetooth v2.1, HDMI connectivity, 2.0 megapixel camera, and stereo speakers with EAX Advanced HD 5.0 sound.
This notebook is also backed by the industry's most comprehensive warranty.
I'm extremely pleased with this purchase and would recommend looking for a gaming / high performance laptop. I've been using the Asus G74sx-A1 literally as a laptop. When I purchased it I was concerned about its size and weight, however after many 5+ hour sessions I'm still comfortable with the notebook on my lap and the mouse on the arm rest of my sofa.
****Disclaimer****
I'm using a OCZ Vertex 3 120gb SSD as the boot drive.
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Pro -
* Performance is perfect for the applications I run: World of Warcraft(settings high-ultra), VMware running multiple guest machines, minecraft, starcraft 2 (settings ultra)and adobe products.
* The LCD screen itself has vibrant colors
* Fans are silent! Heat is almost non-existent anywhere on the laptop aside from what the vents are blowing out.
* Keyboard layout is comfortable, the back-lit keys are a nice touch.
* Installing upgrades is so easy. The access panel on the underside of the laptop is simple to open(all you need is either a flat head screwdriver or a coin). Components are laid out well and are easy to reach / access.
* Running Linux Mint and Back Track with no issues.
Cons -
* Keyboard performance, at times key presses are missed. It might be the way I hit the keys or a driver issue. I'm currently using the atk 1.10 driver. ***Bios Update 202 has fixed all keyboard performance(missed key strokes) issues I had***
* Speaker sound quality is fine but the overall volume seems to be a bit low.
A SSD in my opinion is a fantastic upgrade for most systems. Money well spent.
In the next week I'll be installing SolidWorks to test out some 3D CAD action.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask, I'll do my best to respond in a reasonable amount of time.
I purchased this computer about a month ago, and waited to write a review so i could get to know it better. I will say right now, i love this laptop, it can run just about everything with the graphics maxed like a breeze. The only exception to this that i have found is Shattered Horizon which i purchased from steam for $5, now $20. The game is a very intense outer space FPS, so the physics are so advanced and taxing on your processor that i had to stick to normal settings. The game is still absolutely fantastic you really don't notice a difference in the levels of graphics anyways. I don't know why i see reviews about a poor wireless card, i own a terrible router, it's a good 8 years old by now, and i can still play massive games of Starcraft 2 online with "Ultra" graphics settings on everything.
I have used this computer for hours on end and not felt any heat on the keyboard, around the trackpad where i rest my wrists while i'm typing, or up on the speakers (placed between the top of the keyboard and the monitor). There is slight warmth coming from the fans in the back, but that is being pushed away from me, and i don't ever feel it so i don't care. The backlit keyboard is nice for some late-night gaming as well.
The backpack this computer came with is very nice, and i usually use it to carry around the computer (duh), power cable, mouse, mousepad, and external hard drive for transferring data and backup. It's a little rough putting the computer in the bag because the fans in the back make it so much bigger, but it's not a problem, and it wouldn't fit at all in other 17" computer bags, which is probably why it came with this bag. The mouse as well, is awesome, it has three more buttons than the standard mouse, one on top that toggles 5 different sensitivities, which is helpful when switching from many different things at once, and two on the side that you can program to do what you like. When on the internet, they are forward and back buttons, and in gaming, whatever is most convenient.
The only complaint i have about this laptop is that both of the hard drives are split in half, so the computer reads that i have four 375 gig drives instead of two 750 gig drives. Other than that, this laptop is perfect.
Love this laptop so far. Yeah it does come with a good amount of bloatware but as long as you know what you're doing its a quick fix. The computer is amazingly fast much better than my G73SW I had recently purchased. It runs silent and has easy access panels to provide quick access for upgrades. The computer runs games like Crysis and The Witcher 2 without batting an eye. Blu Ray drive is also always nice to have. The touchpad almost appears to have a film over top of it but i think thats just how it is designed. Overall loving the product, just make sure you send the warranty information in for the Accidental Coverage as soon as you get it. Tech support can leave alot to be desired as they don't genuinely seem interested in helping you and it is easy to see you are talking to someone from overseas although they would leave you believe they aren't. Otherwise 5 star laptop.
No One Comes Close
The world of portable gaming has a new reigning king. The G74 is a performance notebook that imposes its will with the combined power of a second generation Intel® Core™ i7-2630QM CPU and NVIDIA® GTX 560M GPU with 3GB of GDDR5 VRAM. A score of P2008 in 3DMark11 and P9180 in 3DMark Vantage takes over the reins as the fastest notebook in the land. Support for DirectX®11 ensures that you'll not only have the fastest rig in town, but also the ability to play games as they were meant to be seen for a long time.
Plus, its 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display delivers the latest in high-definition entertainment with brilliant 1080p playback. The ROG G74SX-A1 breaks from the heard of traditional gaming notebooks with built-in overclocking features through the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid utility—instantly giving you extreme power with a push of a button.
The ROG G74SX-A1 also boasts a massive 1.5TB 7200RPM hard drive, 12GB DDR3 system memory, Blu-ray Combo drive, high-speed wireless N, SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectivity, Bluetooth v2.1, HDMI connectivity, 2.0 megapixel camera, and stereo speakers with EAX Advanced HD 5.0 sound.
Key Features
- 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display for immersive cinematic experience with resolution up to 1920 x 1080.
- 2nd generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology for the best visibly smart performance that adapts to your needs.
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M graphics with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM for leading DirectX 11 gaming.
- ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid that innovatively saves battery life and delivers extreme performance.
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0 for quicker device charging and up to 10x faster transfers than USB 2.01
- 1.5TB 7200RPM hard drive and 12GB of DDR3 system memory for smooth computing and ample storage for all your games and media files.
- Backlit gaming keyboard with ergonomic tilt-up design for comfortable control in any lighting environment
- EAX Advanced HD 5.0 Audio for premium gaming sound
Learn More
Hail to the King baby! | |
 | The ROG G74SX-A1 is great for gaming, but its hardware is serious business. Powered by the 2nd generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor with 8-way processing capability, the ROG G74SX-A1 outperforms other notebooks with massive memory bandwidth for 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. With a host of power profiles, this gaming powerhouse has a built-in overclocking mode via ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid that activates with 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 G74SX-A1 features the new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M 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 G74SX-A1 also features a massive 1.5TB 7200RPM hard drive to store your movies, games, and pictures. Plus, the ROG G74SX-A1 offers 12GB of DDR3 system memory for incredible multitasking capability. |
True-to-life Multimedia | |
 | Featuring a 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display, the ROG G74SX-A1 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. Pair that up with THX + EAX 5.0 3D gaming audio technology, and together they make the ROG G74SX-A1 not only a great gaming notebook, but also a hub for multimedia entertainment. |
Get Comfy | |
 | Gaming is something to be enjoyed, so why not be more comfortable for extended gaming sessions? Fatigue will be a thing of the past, thanks to the ROG G74SX-A1's 5° incline keyboard designed to provide a better ergonomic angle, as well as super comfortable rubber-like palm rests that's easy on the palm and wrist. There's also more space between the keyboard and number pad, so it resembles a desktop keyboard. The harder you work, the more heat you generate. A computer is no different, and with the amount of power in the ROG G74SX-A1, some serious cooling is needed. A unique venting design pulls air from underneath the notebook, cooling the system down, and then vents it through the rear, keeping hot air away from the user and reducing ambient noise for prolonged gaming. |
Stealth and Strength | |
 | Like its predecessor, the G74SX-A1 design was inspired by sharp polygonal shapes, but this time inspiration came from the US Navy's Sea Shadow stealth ship and modern day aircraft carriers. Like the stealth ship, opponents will never know what hit 'em, and like an aircraft carrier, the G74SX-A1 has the firepower to shock and awe the competition. |
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 tirelessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.This notebook is also backed by the industry's most comprehensive warranty.
2 Year ASUS Global Warranty3
Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:- 2 year global warranty
- 30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
- 2-way free standard shipping
- 24/7 tech support
1 Year Accidental Damage Protection (ADP)3
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 People Say
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****Disclaimer****
I'm using a OCZ Vertex 3 120gb SSD as the boot drive.
******************
Pro -
* Performance is perfect for the applications I run: World of Warcraft(settings high-ultra), VMware running multiple guest machines, minecraft, starcraft 2 (settings ultra)and adobe products.
* The LCD screen itself has vibrant colors
* Fans are silent! Heat is almost non-existent anywhere on the laptop aside from what the vents are blowing out.
* Keyboard layout is comfortable, the back-lit keys are a nice touch.
* Installing upgrades is so easy. The access panel on the underside of the laptop is simple to open(all you need is either a flat head screwdriver or a coin). Components are laid out well and are easy to reach / access.
* Running Linux Mint and Back Track with no issues.
Cons -
* Keyboard performance, at times key presses are missed. It might be the way I hit the keys or a driver issue. I'm currently using the atk 1.10 driver. ***Bios Update 202 has fixed all keyboard performance(missed key strokes) issues I had***
* Speaker sound quality is fine but the overall volume seems to be a bit low.
A SSD in my opinion is a fantastic upgrade for most systems. Money well spent.
In the next week I'll be installing SolidWorks to test out some 3D CAD action.
If you have any questions please feel free to ask, I'll do my best to respond in a reasonable amount of time.
Top of the line laptop
Richard BazemoreBy
I have used this computer for hours on end and not felt any heat on the keyboard, around the trackpad where i rest my wrists while i'm typing, or up on the speakers (placed between the top of the keyboard and the monitor). There is slight warmth coming from the fans in the back, but that is being pushed away from me, and i don't ever feel it so i don't care. The backlit keyboard is nice for some late-night gaming as well.
The backpack this computer came with is very nice, and i usually use it to carry around the computer (duh), power cable, mouse, mousepad, and external hard drive for transferring data and backup. It's a little rough putting the computer in the bag because the fans in the back make it so much bigger, but it's not a problem, and it wouldn't fit at all in other 17" computer bags, which is probably why it came with this bag. The mouse as well, is awesome, it has three more buttons than the standard mouse, one on top that toggles 5 different sensitivities, which is helpful when switching from many different things at once, and two on the side that you can program to do what you like. When on the internet, they are forward and back buttons, and in gaming, whatever is most convenient.
The only complaint i have about this laptop is that both of the hard drives are split in half, so the computer reads that i have four 375 gig drives instead of two 750 gig drives. Other than that, this laptop is perfect.
Great Laptop
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