ASUS Launches Its Ryzen Powered ROG Strix GL702ZC Laptop Series

Remember when we covered it at Computex? Well, it has been released with some pretty nice specs as well. Asus has released the unit with 17-inch display, powered by a Radeon RX 580 that has 4 GB GDDR5 VRAM and 16GB DDR4 memory.

There will be 10 different models you can select from, starting at 1399 Euros (~$1499) features a 6-core CPU (Ryzen 5 1600), a 1 TB SSHD and 8 GB of DDR4 RAM, the top model features an 8-core CPU (Ryzen 7 1700), a combination from 256 GB SSD and 1 TB HDD and 16 GB of RAM. Price: a steep 1800 Euros (~$1999). All models come with a matte Full HD display with FreeSync support, the memory is expandable towards 32 GB.

• AMD 8-Core RYZEN 7 1700 Processor, 3.0 GHz (16M Cache, up to 3.7 GHz)
• AMD Radeon RX580 4GB built on Polaris architecture for incredible VR and HD gaming
• 16GB DDR4 memory, 256GB SSD + 1TB HDD for ideal balance of OS drive speed and storage
• 17.3” Wideview IPS-type panel with AMD FreeSync on both onboard panel and support
• Red-backlit tactile gaming keyboard with 1.6mm key travel distance

Fremont, CA (November 20, 2017) — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the Strix GL702ZC, the world’s first laptop powered by AMD’s Ryzen™ eight-core processor. Multithreading technology provides 16 threads, that in combination with AMD Radeon™ RX580 graphics, make the Strix GL702ZC a formidable machine equally capable of playing the latest games and handling intensive rendering or other multi-threaded tasks with ease. The Strix GL702ZC features AMD FreeSync™ technology to provide gamers with ultra-smooth visuals on the laptop display as well as on compatible monitors via DisplayPort or HDMI. Designed for gamers, Strix GL702ZC features ROG Gaming Center and a backlit keyboard with anti-ghosting technology.

Desktop-version AMD Ryzen 7
Thanks to an exclusive deal between ROG and AMD, the Strix GL702ZC is the world’s first laptop that is powered by the full desktop-version AMD Ryzen 7 1700 processor. This processor features eight cores and 16 threads, with a maximum boosted speed of 3.7GHz to give users the performance required for intense gaming and productive computing.

The Strix GL702ZC features AMD Radeon™ RX580 graphics with 4GB DDR5 VRAM for the visual prowess required for the latest games and graphics-intensive virtual reality (VR) applications.

AMD FreeSync Technology for Ultra-smooth Visuals
The Strix GL702ZC comes with a 17.3-inch FHD IPS display with 178° wide viewing angles and AMD FreeSync display technology. AMD FreeSync synchronizes the display’s refresh rate with the graphics card to prevent lag, minimize frame-rate stutter and eliminate visual tearing for ultra-smooth gaming visuals. The Strix GL702ZC even works with FreeSync-compatible external monitors via DisplayPort or HDMI.

In addition, ASUS Splendid visual optimization technology ensures the best image quality for any type of content. It features four display modes, which can be accessed with a single click. Normal mode is ideal for daily tasks; vivid mode optimizes contrast to deliver stunning photos and video; Eye Care mode reduces blue-light levels to ease eye strain; and Manual mode allows for personalized color adjustments.

Gamer-centric Design
The Strix GL702ZC features the ROG Gaming Center, a unique dashboard that lets gamers launch ROG applications and access the settings menu. It works with integrated applications including ROG GameFirst IV, XSplit Gamecaster, and ASUS Splendid visual technology.

The backlit keyboard features anti-ghosting technology to ensure all keystrokes are instantaneously and correctly interpreted, even when 30 keys are pressed simultaneously.