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Asus G71 Series

Asus G71GProcessor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9400, Intel Core 2 Duo T9550
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT, NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GS, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M
Display: 17.00 inch, 17.10 inch
Weight: 3.9kg, 4kg, 4.17kg
Price: 1300, 1500, 1600 euro
Average Score: 75.86% - good
Average of 21 scores (from 28 reviews)
price: 71%, performance: 75%, features: 75%, display: 64%, mobility: 55%, workmanship: 87%, ergonomy: 74%, emissions: 76%

 

Asus G71V

Specifications

Asus G71VNotebook: Asus G71V
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9400
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT
Display: 17.00 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1600 euro
Links: Asus homepage
 Asus notebook section
 G71 (Series)
 G71V (Model)

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Average Score: 80.44% - good

Average of 9 scores (from 15 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% Asus G71V review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
Resplendent in red lacquer trim with blue lighting details, the Asus G71V is a smart looking machine boasting a powerful 2.53GHz Core 2 Extreme processor, Blu-ray Disc drive and nVidia GeForce 9700M graphics card. The Asus G71V is a relatively well-rounded entertainment laptop, capable of showing Blu-ray films at full high-definition quality, as well as playing modern 3D games. It has vast amounts of storage, and good raw performance thanks to four 2.53GHz processor cores.
80, Preis 60, Ausstattung 80, Verarbeitung 80
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/17/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
ASUS G71V
Source: Inside HW English Archive.org version
When you place yourself and this notebook in any comfortable position you prefer, you will notice that Vista simply “flies” and applications react almost instantly at your commands. Unfortunately gaming performances aren’t on same level as rest of this notebook. Simply put, native resolution is too much for nVIDIA 9700GT graphics card and this will result in usage of middle of low settings in most contemporary games. If you don’t mind playing games with settings not set at “High” (or “Highest”) than this can be model for you. If you want to play games on “High” and enjoy in best gaming experience on notebook then you must wait a little bit more for some of models that will have slightly slower CPU and better graphics card.

Leistung zufriedenstellend
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/28/2009
performance: 70%
80% ASUS G71G-X1 17-inch Gaming Desktop Replacement Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
The ASUS G71G-X1 is the gaming version of their new G71 series desktop replacements. This means the system lacks features such as the Blu-ray drive found on the A versions but instead features a more powerful GeForce 9800M mobile graphics. Even though it is performance oriented with the high speed Core 2 Duo, ASUS decided to use DDR2 memory to cut down on costs but it also holds back the system in memory intensice applications. Overall, a good system for computer gaming but might not be as good for general purpose computing.
4 von 5, Leistung sehr gut
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/07/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90%
80% Asus G71 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Good job we found the Asus G71 online at a price substantially cheaper than the SRP of two grand. Despite its size, it does look quite lovely too – although the red case flashes and strobing LED trim clashes with the relatively restrained keyboard and touchpad.
4 von 5, Display exzellent, Leistung schlecht
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 01/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 40% display: 95%
ASUS G71V Gaming Laptop
Source: IT Reviewed English Archive.org version

Forget Alienware and its overhyped, overpriced machines - there’s a new kid on the block. Okay, so ASUS isn’t exactly a new company, but the Taiwan-based manufacturer best known for its über-quality peripherals (motherboards, graphics cards, and the like) now wants to dominate the high-end gaming space. Substance, style & performance, the G71V will revolutionise your mobile gaming experience.
Verarbeitung ausgezeichnet, Display sehr gut, Leistung zufriedenstellend
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/03/2008
Rating: performance: 70% display: 90% workmanship: 95%

Foreign Reviews

81% Asus G71GX
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/22/2009
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 91% display: 70% mobility: 55% workmanship: 79% ergonomy: 83% emissions: 74%
95% Das richtige Notizbuch
Source: PC Games Hardware - 8/09 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 95% price: 70%
Asus G71V
Source: Gamestar German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/30/2009
Rating: price: 60% performance: 80% features: 90% display: 85%
Asus G71V 7T037G
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/20/2009
Rating: price: 80% performance: 70% features: 100% display: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 80%
Die schnellsten Notebooks
Source: T-Online German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2009
performance: 70%
56% Asus G71V
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/13/2009
Rating: Total score: 56% performance: 87% features: 71% mobility: 29% ergonomy: 32%
82% ASUS G71V – Gamer-Notebook im Future-Design
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/27/2008
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 85% features: 95% display: 84% mobility: 58% workmanship: 85%
80% ASUS G71V-7S033C
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/15/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
90% ASUS G71V-7T044C
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/02/2008
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 50% display: 50% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70% emissions: 80%
ASUS G71 z GeForce 9800M GS. Notebook dla graczy
Source: Benchmark.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/25/2009
Rating: performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 50% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 100%

 

Asus G71G

Specifications

Asus G71GNotebook: Asus G71G
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9400
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GS
Display: 17.10 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 4kg
Price: 1300 euro
Links: Asus homepage
 Asus notebook section
 G71 (Series)

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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

70% ASUS G71G-Q1
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The ultimate gaming laptop needs something more than the fastest processors and the most blistering 3D graphics cards, and ASUS is well aware of this. The ASUS G71G-Q1 ($2,000 street) is close to the bleeding edge, packing features like an Intel quad-core processor, a Blu-ray reader, and cavernous hard drives. It's almost the total package, but it falls short on the one thing that matters most to gamers: graphics. Although the Nvidia GeForce 9800M GS card it comes with is considered a very good gaming card, there are systems that deliver higher frame rates for about the same price. The ASUS G71G-Q1 makes a perfect media center or desktop replacement laptop, but if frame rates are paramount for you, there are systems that carry better graphics cards.
70, Leistung 60
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/23/2009
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 60%

 

Asus G71GX

Specifications

Notebook: Asus G71GX
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9550
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M 1024 MB
Display: 17.00 inch, , 1440 x 900 pixels
Weight: 4.17kg
Price: 1500 euro
Links: Asus homepage
 Asus notebook section
 G71 (Series)

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Average Score: 72.2% - average

Average of 10 scores (from 12 reviews)

 

Reviews

77% Review Asus G71GX Gaming-Notebook | Notebookcheck
A Dream for Gamers? With the G71GX, Asus has a 17 inch notebook in its range, which is aimed especially at gamers with its strong components such as the Core 2 Duo T9550 and the Geforce GTX 260M. However, it should also attract entertainment fans with its Blu-Ray drive at the same time. Read in this review if this difficult straddle can be achieved.
70% Asus G71Gx review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
A good balance of price and power, but not the ultimate gaming machine. We've seen several gaming laptops from Asus in the past year and the company hopes its G71GX will be its most complete machine to date. Overall, the G71GX is an impressive laptop at a good price. It's not the ultimate gaming machine, but the custom chassis places it above the Novatech and Cyberpower when it comes to design. It can't match the style and quality of the Alienware, however.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/11/2009
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Asus G71Gx review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
A good balance of price and power, but not the ultimate gaming machine. We've seen several gaming laptops from Asus in the past year and the company hopes its G71GX will be its most complete machine to date. Overall, the G71GX is an impressive laptop at a good price. It's not the ultimate gaming machine, but the custom chassis places it above the Novatech and Cyberpower when it comes to design. It can't match the style and quality of the Alienware, however.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/11/2009
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Asus G71Gx notebook
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Does this quad-core laptop laptop impress? The G71Gx can’t match some of the more expensive gaming laptops when it comes to sheer power, but it does strike a good compromise between price and performance. The quad-core processor sets it apart from many of its rivals when it comes to multi-tasking and, aside from battery life, it’s a good all-round package.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/12/2009
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Asus G71Gx notebook
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Does this quad-core laptop laptop impress? The G71Gx can’t match some of the more expensive gaming laptops when it comes to sheer power, but it does strike a good compromise between price and performance. The quad-core processor sets it apart from many of its rivals when it comes to multi-tasking and, aside from battery life, it’s a good all-round package.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/12/2009
Rating: Total score: 70%
67% Asus G71Gx
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Gaming on a budget remains the domain of the desktop PC, but if you're lucky enough to have a healthy bank balance, high-end laptops are increasingly getting in on the act. With a quad-core processor and one of Nvidia’s latest graphics chipsets under the hood, the Asus G71Gx certainly looks up to the challenge. As it is, while the G71Gx’s specification promises much, there’s just no way around the fact it doesn’t quite deliver where it should. Mobile quad-core processors might sound like an attractive prospect on paper but, at this early stage, a dual-core CPU and capable graphics chipset – such as in the G60Vx – remains a far more cost-efficient solution.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/11/2009
Rating: Total score: 67% price: 50% performance: 67%
67% Asus G71Gx
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
Gaming on a budget remains the domain of the desktop PC, but if you're lucky enough to have a healthy bank balance, high-end laptops are increasingly getting in on the act. With a quad-core processor and one of Nvidia’s latest graphics chipsets under the hood, the Asus G71Gx certainly looks up to the challenge. As it is, while the G71Gx’s specification promises much, there’s just no way around the fact it doesn’t quite deliver where it should. Mobile quad-core processors might sound like an attractive prospect on paper but, at this early stage, a dual-core CPU and capable graphics chipset – such as in the G60Vx – remains a far more cost-efficient solution.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/11/2009
Rating: Total score: 67% price: 50% performance: 67%
74% Asus G71GX-RX05
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Do you want a little more flash with your computing experience, but you're on a budget? The Asus G71GX-RX05 serves up some great components for less than $1,150 as well as a couple extras like instant processor overclocking and a whole lot of blue lights beaming from its body. The Asus G71GX-RX05 is a solid gaming-oriented desktop replacement, but with a few shortcomings that could make or break a purchasing decision.
Features 80
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/07/2009
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 70%
74% Asus G71GX-RX05
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
Do you want a little more flash with your computing experience, but you're on a budget? The Asus G71GX-RX05 serves up some great components for less than $1,150 as well as a couple extras like instant processor overclocking and a whole lot of blue lights beaming from its body. The Asus G71GX-RX05 is a solid gaming-oriented desktop replacement, but with a few shortcomings that could make or break a purchasing decision.
Features 80
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/07/2009
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 70%

Foreign Reviews

ASUS G71GX - NVIDIAs GTX 260 M durchleuchtet
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/06/2009
Rating: price: 80% performance: 90% display: 40% mobility: 40% workmanship: 80%
ASUS G71GX - NVIDIAs GTX 260 M durchleuchtet
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/06/2009
Rating: price: 80% performance: 90% display: 40% mobility: 40% workmanship: 80%
80% ASUS G71GX
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 40% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70%
80% ASUS G71GX
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2009
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 40% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70%

 

Comment

Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.


Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT: Successor of the 8700M GT and technically a higher clocked 9600M GT. Improved video engine for decoding HD videos (PureVideo HD - VP2), HybridPower, CUDA, and PhysX support.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

NVIDIA GeForce 9800M GS: As the 9800M GTS, the 9800M GS is based on the G94 core but features a lower clock speed. It is manufactured in 55 nm and therefore has a lower max current consumption (60W). The integrated PureVideo HD engine is able to decode HD videos.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M:

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 260M is essentially a higher clocked GeForce 9800M GTX based on the G92b core built under a 55nm manufacturing process. Because of the architectural difference, the 260M is less powerful (and quite dissimilar) to the similarly named desktop GeForce GTX 260.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core 2 Duo: This is the Core Duo and Core Solo successor with a longer pipeline and 5-20% more speed without more power consumption. As an addition to the Core Duo design there exists a fourth decoder, an amplified SSE-unit and an additional arithmetical logical unit (ALU).

The Core 2 Duo for laptops is identical to the desktop Core 2 Duo processors but the notebook-processors work with lower voltages (0.95 to 1188 Volt) and a lower Frontside bus clock (1066 vs 667 MHz). The performance of equally clocked notebooks is 20-25% lower than Desktop PCs because of the lower Frontside bus clock and the slower hard disks.

T9400:

The T9400 is a fast middle class dual core CPU for laptops and basically a Core 2 Duo P9500 with a higher TDP of 35 Watt.

T9550:

The T9550 is a middle class dual-core CPU of the Core 2 Duo line and similar to the P9600 (except for the higher TDP of the T9550 - 35 vs 25 W). The performance of the T9550 should be sufficient for most applications and games of 2009.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


17.00: This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


3.9 kg:

A laptop with this weight is comparatively heavy and less designed for mobility than for use at the desk. Therefore, the devices tend to shine less with battery life than with a large screen and higher performance.

4.17 kg:

A laptop in this weight range is a heavyweight that you rarely carry around. This is meant for desktops and the devices tend to score with a large display and high performance and replace desktop devices.


75.86%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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Devices from a different Manufacturer and/or with a different CPU

Gateway P-7908u
GeForce GTX 260M, Core 2 Duo P8700
Asus G72GX-TY013V
GeForce GTX 260M, Core 2 Duo P8700
Asus G72GX
GeForce GTX 260M, Core 2 Quad Q9000

Devices with the same GPU

Asus G60J
GeForce GTX 260M, Core i7 720QM, 16.00", 3.42 kg
Alienware M15x
GeForce GTX 260M, Core i7 720QM, 15.60", 4.34 kg
Asus G60VX
GeForce GTX 260M, Core 2 Duo T9400, 16.00", 3.44 kg

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Asus VivoBook Pro 16 OLED K6604JI
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Stefan Hinum, 2009-04- 7 (Update: 2012-05-26)