Asus Strix GL504GM-ES157T
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DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2019
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Model: The Asus Strix GL504GM-ES157T marks the latest generation of the exclusive shooter notebook from ROG Strix, which was designed especially for demanding gamers, competitive gaming and e-sports applications. The outer shell of the gaming laptop is black in colour made of aluminium. At 2.31 kg (5.1 pounds) and 36.07 x 26.16 x 2.54 cm (14.2 x 10.3 x 1 inch), this laptop is the thinnest and lightest mainstream gaming laptop among its competitors. The shooter-optimized keyboard gives its users full control at all times. And the fastest gaming hardware, including an Intel Core i7 processor of the 8th generation and a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX graphics, ensures users the decisive advantage over their opponents. Thanks to the ultra-fast 144 Hz / 3 ms display with ultra-slim NanoEdge screen edges, users will never lose focus and focus even better on their goals. The 15.6-inch FHD panel with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels and wide-view technology is anti-reflective. It comes with 144 Hz panel technology and 3 ms response time for ultra-fluid gaming playback free of tearing, lags and jerks. It is the perfect screen for fast shooters and competitive gaming. The screen is also relatively bright at 276 nits.
From the display to the Intel Core i7-8750H processor, from the VR-capable Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 graphics to DDR4 RAM, the GL504 is all about responsiveness, efficiency and performance. The GL504 combines up to a 256 GB PCIe SSD and a 1 TB FireCuda SSHD for extremely high transfer speeds and storage memory. It is equipped with a desktop-inspired anti-ghosting keyboard with WASD markers for gaming and ergonomically rounded buttons. The GL504's lighting bar can be individually illuminated based on zones via the Asus Aura Sync software. The QWER keys in the keyboard are colored transparent, to make them stand out for gamers. Furthermore, the HyperCool Pro cooling system of the laptop with two fans, independent CPU / GPU cooling, anti-dust function and improved thermal, guarantees that everything stays cool in the heat of the battle. The Asus Strix GL504GM-ES157T includes a wide selection of ports. On the left, there's the power input port, a ethernet port, a Mini DisplayPort, an HDMI 2.0 port, two USB 3.1 ports, one USB Type-C port and a headphone/microphone jack. The right side features a Kensington lock slot, a USB 3.1 port and an SD card slot. Overall, the Asus Strix GL504GM-ES157T is a powerful gaming laptop targeted at gamers on the go. It features solid build, great hardware specifications and sleek appearance, which is exactly what gamers on the go need.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile: The mobile GTX 1060 is based on the GP106 chip and offer 1280 shaders. Compared to the identically named desktop version it features a slightly lower clock rate. Games in Full HD and maximum details should run fluently on the card.
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.
i7-8750H: On Coffee Lake architecture based processor for big and heavy laptops. Integrates six processor cores clocked at 2.2 - 4.1 GHz (4 GHz with 4 cores, 3.9 GHz with 6 cores) that support HyperThreading. Manufactured in an improved 14nm process (14nm++). » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
15.60":
15-inch display variants are the standard and are used for more than half of all laptops.
The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, often allows high resolutions and thus offers rich details on the screen, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact - simply the standard compromise.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.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.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
