New Acer Aspire AS8940G-6865
Designed for multimedia and entertainment enthusiasts
As reported today, Acer America launched the Acer Aspire AS8940G-6865 notebook. This device features the new Intel Core i7 Quad-Core 720QM processor and Windows 7 Home Premium.
Apparently, the Aspire AS8940G is created to suit even the most demanding entertainment and multimedia enthusiasts. It has a big 18.4-inch HD display, advanced NVIDIA graphics controller, Blu-Ray/DVD Burner drive and Acer CineSurround sound system with 5 built-in speakers. In addition, this laptop will come with Microsoft’s new OS, Windows 7.
The Intel Core i7 processor in the AS8940G features Intel Turbo Boost Technology, which accelerates the processor clock velocity up to 75 percent.
“This new Aspire notebook offers multimedia enthusiasts the ultimate in mobile entertainment – cinematic quality sound and visuals, an industry-leading feature set, and the performance to handle demanding digital media,” explained Preeta Anil, Product Manager, Acer America. “The addition of Intel’s new Core i7 processor further boosts the power and performance of the Aspire AS8940G for games, movies, videos and more.”
The AS8940G also houses Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g Draft-N and Gigabit Ethernet for wired connection. Moreover, it is equipped with media card reader and 500GB hard drive.
Allegedly, Acer’s new product will be available to U.S customers this holiday season at a suggested price of $1,349.99.
Here is a brief sample configuration of the Acer Aspire AS8940G-6865:
• Intel Core i7 720QM CPU at1.60GHz
• 18.4" Full HD Widescreen display, 1920x1080 Resolution
• 4GB of memory (1066MHz)
• NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250M with 1GB dedicated VRAM
• 500GB of storage
• 4X Blu-ray/DVD SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive
• Multi-in-1 card reader
• Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g Draft-N
• 5 USB 2.0 Ports, 1 HDMI Port, 1 eSATA Port
• 8-cell Li-Ion Battery (4800mAh)
• Acer CineSurround Sound System (5 built-in speakers)
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
