Gigabyte P2742G Windows 8 gaming laptop

Gigabyte launches its P2742G, a new 17.3" gaming laptop with the Intel Core i7 quad-core processor series (2.4GHz-3.4GHz), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660M graphics and Windows 8. The system has a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, 4GB to 8GB DDR3 (max 24GB), two storage bays with support for up to 1TB 2.5" 9.5mm 5400/7200RPM HDD or up to 256GB 9.5mm SSD per bay, a 12.7mm DVD burner (optional Blu-ray), two USB 3.0 ports, eSATA, one USB 2.0 port, HDMI, 9-in-1 memory card reader, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, a 2MP webcam and a Kensington lock.

The P2742G measures 413mm x 277.5mm x 17.5-48.8mm (W x H x D) and weighs around 3.2lg with a ODD and 8-cell battery (76.96Wh).
The recently launched P2742G, a 17-inch gaming notebook from GIGABYTE is the premium gaming notebook that packs incredible power and gives consumers amazing options for hardcore games. The P2742G combines Windows 8 which is more intuitive and allows you to easily find what you need, a powerful 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor, NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 660M GPU, and two gigantic storage bays to give gamers lightning speed performance, accessibility and playability. Designed for gamers to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience, the P2742G comes in two colors: eye-catching orange and svelte black. Be the envy of everyone when you show up with your gaming notebook for that next LAN party!

Breath-taking Gaming Experience with 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 660M
Powered by an unrivaled 3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Quad-Core Processor that delivers screaming fast performance coupled with a high-end NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 660M GDDR5 2GB graphics processor that supports NVIDIA® Optimus™, NVIDIA® PhysX™ and DirectX 11 Technology, the P2742G provides an unprecedented gaming experience even for the most graphics-laden games. Experience smoother textures, mind blowing realism, faster FPS rates, and eliminate image tearing when playing your favorite game. The P2742G scores an impressive 12,193 on 3DMark Vantage!

Maximum Storage and Unmatched Lightning Speed Performance
Featuring two bays for storage, the P2742G provides huge storage capacity up to 2TB and supports superior RAID 0 Technology for lightning speed performance. The RAID 0 Technology delivers a screaming fast performance for gamers. Use the power of Raid 0 Technology to your advantage while playing games thus adding lightning quick reflexes to your game giving you an even better advantage to win! For your viewing pleasure, experience picture perfect clarity with 1080p Full HD display, and crystal clear audio with certified THX TruStudio Pro™ Technology. Enjoy the Blu-ray Combo Drive that is excellent for viewing the latest media at home, work or with friends and family.

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