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Asus Chimera G703GI

Specifications

Asus Chimera G703GI
Asus Chimera G703GI (G703 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i9-8950HK 6 x 2.9 - 4.8 GHz, Coffee Lake-H
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile - 8 GB VRAM, Core: 1682 MHz, Memory: 2578 MHz, GDDR5X, ForceWare 388.92
Memory
64 GB 
, 4x 16 GB SO-DIMM DDR4-2666, dual-channel, all slots occupied
Display
17.30 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 127 PPI, B173HAN03.2 (AUO329D), IPS, Full HD, G-Sync, 144 Hz, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel HM370
Storage
2x Intel 760p 512 GB + 1x Samsung SM961 512 GB (RAID), 1431 GB 
, + Seagate FireCuda ST2000LX001, hybrid hard drive, 2 TB @5400 rpm; bays: 3x M.2 type 2280 & 1x 2.5-inch
Soundcard
Realtek ALC295 @ Intel Cannon Lake PCH
Connections
4 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: 1x headphone, 1x microphone, Card Reader: SD,SDHC,SDXC,MMC
Networking
Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Wireless-AC 9560 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 51 x 425 x 319 ( = 2.01 x 16.73 x 12.56 in)
Battery
71 Wh Lithium-Ion, 8 cells
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: HD
Additional features
Speakers: 2.0, Keyboard: chiclet RGB, Keyboard Light: yes, 2x 280-watt power supply, sticker, key fob, various manufacturer's tools, McAfee Security trial, XSplit Gamecaster trial, 24 Months Warranty
Weight
4.72 kg ( = 166.49 oz / 10.41 pounds), Power Supply: 1.67 kg ( = 58.91 oz / 3.68 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 86.1% - good
Average of 3 scores (from 3 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 100%, features: 71%, display: 88% mobility: 53%, workmanship: 82%, ergonomy: 87%, emissions: 71%

Reviews for the Asus Chimera G703GI

88.3% Asus ROG Chimera G703GI (i9 8950HK, GTX 1080, Full HD) Laptop Review | Notebookcheck
Like a shot of adrenaline. Asus' new ROG Chimera G703GI is currently one of the fastest gaming laptops on the market. Thanks to its Core i9-8950HK and overclockable GeForce GTX 1080, even the most demanding games run fluidly. G-Sync and a 144 Hz monitor round out the package.
80% Asus ROG G703GI review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The Asus ROG G703GI is one of the most powerful gaming laptops we’ve ever tried, which also makes it one of the most expensive. If you can get past the high price tag and short battery life, you get an amazing portable gaming machine that can handle the latest games with ease.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/10/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

90% Review Portátil ASUS ROG Chimera G703GI
Source: Geeknetic Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/25/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Revue de test : Asus ROG Chimera G703GI
Source: Portables4Gamers French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice performance; long battery life; good cooling and silent system.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/13/2018

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile: Pascal based laptop graphics card using GDDR5 graphics memory. Should offer a similar performance to the deskto GTX 1080. However, there is also a more power efficient "Max-Q" version that performs worse than the normal GTX1080 and is used in thin and light laptops.

With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.

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


i9-8950HK: On Coffee Lake architecture based processor for big and heavy laptops. Integrates six processor cores clocked at 2.9- 4.8 GHz (4.3 GHz with 6 cores) that support HyperThreading. Manufactured in an improved 14nm process (14nm++). Offers an unlocked multiplier that allows overclocking of the CPU.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


17.30": 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.


4.72 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.


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.


86.1%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


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

 

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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2018-06-26 (Update: 2018-06-26)