Aorus X3 Plus v3
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Average of 5 scores (from 8 reviews)
Reviews for the Aorus X3 Plus v3
Size doesn't matter. It may be less than 14-inches, but the Aorus X3 Plus still performs just as well as many larger gaming models currently available. What compromises must buyers make for this 3200 x 1800 QHD+ 13.9-inch notebook with 3x RAID 0 and GTX 970M graphics?
Source: Gadgetspeak Archive.org version
This is the first notebook – of any size that I have seen – that has natively displayed 3200x1800. This is a fast and powerful Gaming Notebook yes the screen is not huge but it does display a huge screen resolution. When I first saw it I could not believe the clarity and sharpness which of course along with sound quality is what gamers demand.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/15/2015
Source: Techradar Archive.org version
If you're looking for a high-performance ultra-portable gaming machine that looks as good as it plays, and you have perfect 20/20 eyesight and don't mind the small screen size, then look no further. The Aorus X3 Plus is expensive, but you get a lot of machine for your money.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/08/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
With gaming notebooks, portability often comes at the cost of power, but Aorus has managed to find the right balance with the X3 Plus v3. Although steep, the $2,199 price nets gamers a rig that can be easily transported and shred through most games currently on the market. The dual 256GB SSDs and sharp quad-HD display also help to justify the premium.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Stuff TV Archive.org version
This is essentially a mid to high-end gaming PC packed into one of the smallest chassis I’ve ever seen, complete with a drool-worthy Ultra-HD screen, good sound quality and all the storage you’ll ever need. It is pretty pricey, but it will keep you at the top of your game for a long old time.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/13/2015
Rating: Total score: 100% performance: 100% display: 100% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
All in all, the Aorus X3 Plus v3 is a premium compact gaming notebook with a few flaws. We wish its cooling system was a bit quieter, that the system didn't get so warm while gaming, and that its keyboard had a more communicative feel. Most of all, we think prospective buyers should realize that its GTX 970M graphics don't have the muscle to propel the toughest titles above 30fps at its native 3,200x1,800 resolution.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%
Foreign Reviews
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/17/2015
Source: Tom's Hardware DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/07/2015
Source: Cowcotland FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good performance; good workmanship; lightweight. Negative: Hot under load; high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/19/2015
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Model: Gigabyte's line of gaming ultrabooks by their subsidiary Aorus is pretty new and has yet to make a great name for itself. The Aorus X3 Plus comes in an impressive chassis that is a blend of metal and plastic. It weighs slightly less than 2 kg at 1.87 kg and has a thickness 22.9 mm, which is pretty acceptable in its class of gaming ultrabooks or notebooks. The display here is slightly smaller than usual at 13.9", but has a very sharp resolution of 3200 x 1800 pixels. The screen is matte, which is great for use in bright light but doesn't have touchscreen technology.
The hardware in this machine is monstrously powerful, led by an Intel Core i7-4860HQ quad core processor that clocks at 2.4 GHz paired with 16 GB of RAM and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M 6GB GDDR5 GPU. The storage system consists of two 256 GB M.2 SSD SATA in RAID 0. An extensive cooling system has been developed which includes a dual pipe, dual fan and quad vent cooling package that some have mentioned is a bit noisy. But, the cooling system is very efficient at managing the significant heat generated by long and demanding gaming sessions. There is also a backlit keyboard and glass plated trackpad that performs up to par with most expectations. It seems Aorus is proving itself a worthy competitor and time will definitely tell.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M:
Second fastest high-end graphics card based on the Maxwell GM204 chip from the GeForce GTX 900M series.
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.
4710HQ: Haswell-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.5 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.5 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU and a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
13.90":
There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Aorus:
Aorus is a brand of Gigabyte Technology, a Taiwanese company that specializes in manufacturing computer hardware and accessories. Aorus was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. The logo is a falcon head, as the name Aorus is derived from the ancient Egyptian falcon god Horus. The Aorus brand focuses on developing high-end gaming products such as gaming laptops, gaming monitors, gaming mice, keyboards and other accessories. Aorus products are designed to enhance the gaming experience. The brand also has a strong presence in the e-sports community and sponsors many professional e-sports teams and events.
81%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.