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Asus G2SG

Specifications

Asus G2SG
Asus G2SG (G2 Series)
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce 8700M GT - 512 MB VRAM, Core: 625 MHz, RAM: 700 MHz, GDDR3 VRAM, ForceWare 167.49, 7.15.11.6749
Memory
4 GB 
, DDR2 PC5300 667 MHz, 2x 1024MB
Display
17.10 inch 16:10, 1440 x 900 pixel, WXGA+ Color Shine Glare Type, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel PM965
Storage
320 GB - 5400 rpm, 320 GB 
, 5400 rpm, WD3200BEVT-22ZCT0
Soundcard
Realtek ALC888
Connections
1 Express Card 54mm, 5 USB 2.0, 1 Firewire, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 S-Video, 56k Modem, 1 Infrared, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 eSata, Audio Connections: Line In, microphone, earphones (S/PDIF), audio and video input through included adapter, Card Reader: SD Cardreader, TV Card: Hybrid TV Tuner (analog, DVB-T), eSATA
Networking
Atheros L1 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000Base-T (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Optical drive
HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GSA-T20L
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 52 x 311 x 416 ( = 2.05 x 12.24 x 16.38 in)
Battery
71 Wh Lithium-Ion, 14.4V 4800mAh
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate 64 Bit
Additional features
Backpack, optical mouse, remote control, IR-receiver, DVB-T antenna, various adapters, Nero OEM Suite, driver DVD, recovery DVD, 24 Months Warranty, 1.3 megapixel web cam, Intel turbo memory
Weight
4.06 kg ( = 143.21 oz / 8.95 pounds), Power Supply: 660 g ( = 23.28 oz / 1.46 pounds)
Price
1500 Euro

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 84.5% - good
Average of 4 scores (from 3 reviews)
price: 73%, performance: 77%, features: 76%, display: 89% mobility: 63%, workmanship: 87%, ergonomy: 80%, emissions: 78%

Reviews for the Asus G2SG

86% Review Asus G2SG Gaming Notebook | Notebookcheck
G2 gaming update. Since the launch of the Asus G2 after the Cebit 2007 it has been offered in various configurations to keep it competitive. The current version of the gaming notebook in 17" format, called G2SG, comes with a new Penryn processor and a Geforce 8700M GT graphics card made by nVIDIA with 512MB GDDR3 video memory.
86% Test Asus G2SG Gaming Notebook
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/10/2008
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 91% display: 89% mobility: 60% workmanship: 86% ergonomy: 85% emissions: 78%
80% ASUS G2SG-7R014J
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/20/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 50% features: 60% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70%
86% Asus G2SG
Source: PC Actual Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/06/2008
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 75%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce 8700M GT: The NVIDIA GeForce 8700M GT is a DirectX 10 capable video card with 32 Stream Precessors like the 8600M GT, but the core-, shader- and memory clock is higher. Therefore the performance is somewhat above the 8600M GT.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

» 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.


T9300:

The T9300 is a fast middle class dual core CPU for laptops and similar to the T9400 but with a lower FSB.

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


17.10": 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.


4.06 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.


84.5%: 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.

 

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