ASUS Republic of Gamers G51JX-A1 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Blue)
Friday, July 30th, 2010ASUS Republic of Gamers G51JX-A1 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Blue) Review
ASUS Republic of Gamers G51JX-A1 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Blue) Feature
- Intel Core i7-720QM Processor 1.6GHz with turbo boost up to 2.8GHz
- 6GB DDR3 1066MHz DRAM, 2 slots, 8GB Max
- 500GB Hard Drive (7200 RPM); Super Multi Optical Disk Drive; Wi-Fi 802.11bgn; Bluetooth
- 15.6-Inch Full HD 1920×1080 LED LCD Display; 2.0MP Webcam; NVidia GTS 360M Graphics Engine with 1GB GDDR5 dedicated VRAM
- Backlit Chiclet Keyboard; Free Gaming Backpack and Gaming Mouse
I have been using this huge and crazy machine for about a week so far. I can tell you guys that this machine is fast responding, nice, comfortable; but heavy, large and has a short battery life. Let’s get straight into details shall we?
For Pros,
It is truly a fast responding laptop as what I have mentioned above. Because it has 4 GB RAM plus 1 GB graphic card memory, it never gets stuck by almost any kind of multi-tasking. As soon as I unveiled the cover of this computer and lifted the screen up, the first lovely feature came into my mind was the wonderful keyboard. The design is following Apple Mac’s keyboard, however, ASUS makes it even better! It is soft, confortable and smooth. So, it certainly fits for typing tasks and it can let you have a pleasant typing journey. The 15.6″ HD screen is amazing and clear, and unlike a lot of other laptops, it has the shortcut to turn off the light of the screen while leave the PC switching on. Since this machine also has LED light under the keyboard, you can actually turn off the screen light and turn on the keyboard light while you are sleeping. Therefore, you can also use this laptop as a fancy table light ^-^. Well, since we call it `Republic of Gamers’, this machine should be good with gaming, right? YES! ABSOLUTELY! So far I have run extreme high definition of the online game-League of Legends and Call of Duty 5-World at War. Both of them run fairly well. Furthermore, the audio system is mad good, however, you might need a headphone to enjoy it better. Few more features about this device are the webcam, and the LED lights on the back and sides of the screen. I tried Skype video chat through the webcam of this laptop with my parents, and they told me they can see me better than while I was using my Macbook’s webcam (never expected it before >.For Cons,
I really don’t want to say anything bad about this lovely machine considering the fairly low price of it. However, lol, I better tell the truth about the shortages of this ASUS product.
First of all, it is heavy. Since it has 2 separated hard drives inside, each with capacity of 250 GB added up to 500 GB; the machine cannot be a light one. In addition, we have the huge 15.6″ HD screen. In order to be specific, I checked the weight of the G51jx series from the official website of ASUS, 3.30kg (7.28 pounds). Well, it is only the pure weight of the device. Considering that we have to bring the charger (which is a large and heavy one) with us almost all the time because this laptop’s battery life is relatively short, it will actually weight up to around 4.2-4.5kg (9.3 - 9.9 pounds), which almost equals to the total weight of two 13.3″ laptops. We just can’t expect it to be light, can we? Secondly, G51jx-X3 got extremely hot around the area of the side fan while I was playing games. Here, what I mean for `very hot’ is that it can actually warm up a cup of cold water or `burn’ your left hand. So, it helps a lot during winter that you can put a cup of tea or coffee next to the side fan and keep it warm while you are playing games ^^. Therefore, we need a good cooling pad to keep this machine running well and safely. Moreover, there are also complains about the inconvenient design of the keyboard that we almost need function shortcuts (press two keys at the same time) everywhere like turning up/off the volume, increasing/decreasing the background LED light of the screen, fast forward/rewind a music or movie.
All in all, if you don’t care about the heaviness, inconvenient shortcuts and short battery life of this machine, everything else works just fine. I can say this is really a brilliant and nice and satisfying laptop at this price.
Thanks for reading and hope you will get the one you like.
ASUS Republic of Gamers G51JX-A1 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Blue) Overview
The ASUS G51JX is one of the newest notebooks from the Republic of Gaming(ROG) Notebook line. Powered by Intel’s i7-720QM Core i7 processor and a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M graphics card, the ASUS G51JX offers users a completely new class of physical gaming interaction for a more realistic and dynamic experience. The NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M also features 1GB GDDR5 VRAM, which performs significantly better than the standard DDR2 and DDR3 video memory. With a 3DMark score of 11,000+ the performance of the ASUS G51JX is a leap from the other 15-Inch mainstream notebooks that produce scores ranging from 2000 to 3000. The G51JX also supports 3D gaming surround audio in the form of EAX Advanced HD 4.0 audio technology. This technology detects in-game environments and actions to provide corresponding 3D sound effects. It can provide up to an additional 64 sound effects from the sound library, producing ultra-realistic spatial effects in more than 300 supported games. Equipped with an illuminating chiclet keyboard, the G51JX enables gamers to control the brightness of the keyboard to cater to their needs. This provides gamers with an added advantage over their opponents, and allows them to continue to dominate even in the dark, like that of LAN party environments. The G51JX also features Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit Operating System. The notebook comes with the ASUS 360 service program that includes a 2 year global warranty, one month zero bright dot guaranty, free two-way standard shipping, twenty-four hour tech support seven days a week, and a one year accidental damage warranty, protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills and surge. The package contains a 2 year warranty card, notebook, gaming backpack, and gaming mouse.
ASUS Republic of Gamers G51JX-A1 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Blue) Specifications
Gain the Unfair Advantage
Now is the time to pulverize your competition. The Republic of Gamers (ROG) G51Jx-A1 notebook offers stutter-free visuals and sizzling performance that take gaming to the next level of realism. Featuring an Intel Core i7 processor, ASUS Dedicated Graphics Engine powered by the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M graphics card, 6GB of DDR3 system memory, and an illuminated gaming keyboard, the G51Jx unleashes an array of features to tackle today’s most demanding games.
The G51Jx is specially designed for a better Windows 7 experience with exclusive time-saving utilities that get you to the battlefield faster than ever before. Take advantage of premium multimedia or master your favorite game with a vibrant 15.6-inch LED-backlit Full HD widescreen. The G51Jx does it all with theatre-like cinematics.
The most thoughtful notebook warranty package is icing on the cake.
Most other brands only offer 1 year of warranty service, and can charge up to 0 for an additional year. ASUS G51Jx comes standard with a 2-Year Global Warranty and more*:
Plus ASUS Accidental Damage Protection: The ASUS G51Jx is also protected with a One Year Accidental Damage Warranty protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills, and surge.**
Key Features
- Blisteringly fast ASUS DGE powered by the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M 1GB DDR5 for unprecedented visual clarity and remarkable gaming performance
- Intel Core i7 quad core processor 720QM with Turbo Boost Technology to boost base speed from 1.6GHz to a maximum Turbo Boost speed of 2.8GHz
- Brilliant 15.6-inch Full HD LED-backlit widescreen for immersive cinematic experience with resolution up to 1920 x 1080
- ASUS Super Hybrid Engine that innovatively saves battery life and boosts performance
- 6GB of DDR3 RAM for smooth computing with Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
- 64-bit Windows 7 Home Premium for a faster and more reliable operating system
- 500GB 7,200RPM hard drives for fast, convenient storage and access to all your documents and entertainment
- Wi-Fi networking (802.11 b/g & draft 2.4GHz n) with the Latest Bluetooth connectivity (v2.1)+EDR to game wherever you go
- Integrated 2 megapixel webcam and Digital Array Mic for video chatting with your friends and family
- Illuminated gaming keyboard with numeric keypad gives you complete control in any lighting environment
- EAX Advanced HD Audio + CMSS Sound Effect with Altec Lansing speakers for premium gaming sound
- ASUS Infusion Design casing technology for resilient beauty
- Exclusive ASUS Express Gate enables ultra-fast boot so you can connect to the web in under 10 seconds
- ASUS SmartLogon: facial recognition system detects your face and logs on automatically
- Complimentary Republic of Gamers backpack and gaming mouse
- Warranty: 2 year ASUS 360 global warranty and 1 year Accidental Damage Warranty with 30-day Flawless Display Guarantee
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Uncompromised Performance for the Next-Gen Gamer
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The ROG G51Jx’s ASUS DGE, powered by the NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M GPU with 1GB of DDR5 VRAM, offers remarkable performance gains over previous generations. With the GeForce GTS 360M GPU, enhanced with NVIDIA PhysX technology, you’ll experience dynamic forces of nature, massively destructible environments, and hyper-realistic gameplay.
The NVIDIA GeForce GTS 360M GPU is built for performance and speed to provide premium power for even the most demanding mobile gamer. Unlock the power of its processor core with NVIDIA CUDA to get the most out of the visual capabilities and features built into Windows 7 and deliver incredible performance improvements over traditional CPUs. The G51Jx also features a fast 500GB 7,200RPM SATA hard drive to store your movies, games, and pictures while on-the-move. With a 7,200RPM hard drive you get quicker access speeds, and faster transfer rates than standard 5,400RPM hard drives so you wait less, and do more. |
Enjoy Vibrant Media
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With the portable ROG G51Jx notebook, you can bring the latest HD media to life wherever you go. Featuring a 15.6-inch Full HD widescreen (1920 x 1080) and NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology, enjoy an immersive experience with sharp images, smooth video transitions, and brilliant clarity.
The G51Jx is complemented with Altec Lansing speakers and EAX Advanced HD 4.0 so you can hear every detail and enhanced acoustics. With many scenarios to choose from, the EAX Advanced HD 4.0 engine will render the environment your gaming character is in and bring you the most surreal gaming experience. Also loaded with CMSS-3D technology, audio channels will appear to come from above and around for a full surround sound experience. And with HDMI connectivity, the G51Jx doubles as your personal all-in-one media center. |
Aggressive Styling
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Strike fear in the hearts of your opponents with the clawed design of the ROG G51Jx.
Its spacious illuminated gaming keyboard gives you the competitive advantage when others are fumbling for keys in the dark, and keeps you a step ahead of the game. The G51Jx goes beyond the conventional and features a complimentary Republic of Gamers backpack and Razor optical mouse for the complete gaming package. The Republic of Gamers (ROG) is the leading brand in PC gaming innovation. Birthed from the finest ASUS products dedicated to our gamers across the world, ROG is now a signature for highly innovative, gamer-centric notebooks, video cards, and motherboards. Through extensive research and development, ROG products feature not only superior graphics, design, and performance but specialize in delivering unique features that optimize them for the highest level of gaming at the best value. |
Built with one of the World’s Best Notebook Processors
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Stay ahead of the curve and enjoy extreme gaming with Intel’s leading-edge processor and some of today’s most powerful components. One of the first ROG notebooks to incorporate the Intel Core i7 720QM quad-core processor, the G51Jx outperforms and outclasses other notebooks for an immersive gaming experience.
With massive memory bandwidth that delivers the ultimate in HD computing, hardcore multi-taskers will rejoice with Intel Turbo Boost Technology –accelerating performance from 1.6GHz to 2.8GHz. The G51Jx gives you all the power you need to create digital video, 3D animation, or effortlessly play adrenaline-filled games. |
ASUS Makes Your Windows 7 Experience Better
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Recently rated #1 in consumer reliability among Windows-based PCs by RESCUECOM, SquareTrade, and PCMag.com, ASUS gives you the peace of mind you deserve every time you start your G51Jx notebook. †
ASUS worked extensively with Microsoft to develop time-saving features like FastBoot technology –reducing the time needed for startup and shutdown –and LocalMe –a GPS-like application. And, thanks to Windows 7’s enhanced power management, you can enjoy unplugged gaming longer. Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network to share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music, and watch, pause, rewind, and record TV. †† Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium. † According to RESCUECOM’s consumer reliability report Q1 2009 and Q2 2009. Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com’s Service & Reliability Report 2009. Rate number 1 PC brand according to SquareTrade, the leading direct-to-consumer warranty company (for more information visit http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/laptop-reliability-1109/ ). †† Internet access required. Free TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees. |
ASUS 360* — 2 Year Global Warranty
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ASUS complimentary notebook care package.
ASUS 360 offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops: Two year global warranty Thirty days flawless display guarantee Two way free standard shipping 24/7 tech support |
ASUS ADW** — 1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**
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Accidents happen. But when they happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada, you have extra protection. Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.**
Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage One-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost 24 hour toll-free phone support One incident covered per notebook |
What’s in the Box
Specifications
*For notebooks purchased on or after Sept. 10, 2007. The ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty covers “ASUS” brand notebooks only, and does NOT extend to: “Built on ASUS,” “ASMobile,” “Powered by ASUS,” the Eee PC, or some other models. These retailers are currently among the companies that do NOT participate in the ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty: Best Buy, MicroCenter, and The Source by CircuitCity in Canada. Limit of one claim per notebook for Accidental Damage Warranty. ASUS reserves the right to discontinue this program and to modify the terms and conditions thereof at any time. ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty Program starts from the date of your ASUS notebook purchase, when all the requirements are met.
**One incident covered per notebook
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