ASUS Republic of Gamers G53SX-AH71 15.6-Inch Gaming Laptop (Black)

by Asus

• Intel Core i7 2670QM Processor 2.2GHz
• 8GB DIMM RAM
• 750GB 5400RPM Hard Drive
• 15.6-Inch Screen, NVIDIA Geforce GTX 560M
• Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

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The Choice of Champions
No One Comes Close

The ASUS ROG G53SX-AH71 gaming notebook brings the authoritative performance of a full gaming PC to a compact 15-inch form factor. The G53SX-AH71 is a high definition, high performance portable PC with no compromises — delivering action in a new dimension.

Featuring the new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M graphics engine that comes with 2GB of GDDR5 VRAM, the ROG G53SX-AH71 leads in DirectX 11 gaming for advanced tessellation and faster graphics rendering. This gaming powerhouse, powered by the Intel Core i7-2670QM quad-core processor, soars while performing several tasks simultaneously. And while others struggle to find the right keys in dimly lit areas, the backlit gaming keyboard gives you the edge in the dark to put you ahead of the competition. The ROG G53SX-AH71 showcases a stealth fighter-inspired design with a unique thermal design that promotes airflow and keeps hot air away from you. Plus, its 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD display lets you experience the latest in high-definition entertainment with brilliant 1080p playback. The ROG G53SX-AH71 breaks from the heard of traditional gaming notebooks with built-in overclocking feature through the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid utility—instantly giving you extreme power and energy savings with a push of a button.

The ROG G53SX-AH71 also boasts a 750GB 5400RPM HDD, 8GB DDR3 system memory, high-speed wireless N, SuperSpeed USB 3.0 connectivity, Bluetooth v3.0, HDMI connectivity, 2.0 megapixel camera, and stereo speakers with EAX Advanced HD 5.0 sound.

Key Features

• 15.6-inch LED-backlit Full HD display for immersive cinematic experience with resolution up to 1920 x 1080 (Learn more)
• 2nd generation Intel Core i7-2670QM processor with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology for the best visibly smart performance that adapts to your needs (Learn more)
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M graphics with 2GB GDDR5 VRAM for leading DirectX 11 gaming (Learn more)
• ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid that innovatively saves battery life and delivers extreme performance (Learn more)
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 for quicker device charging and up to 10x faster transfers than USB 2.0¹
• 750GB 5400 RPM hard drive and 8GB of DDR3 system memory for smooth computing and ample storage for all your games and media files (Learn more)
• Backlit gaming keyboard with ergonomic tilt-up design for comfortable control in any lighting environment
• EAX Advanced HD 5.0 Audio for premium gaming sound

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Leading Gaming Power for the Next Generation

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The ROG G53SX-AH71 features the new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M graphics engine for unprecedented visual performance. With unmatched DirectX 11 support, experience a new class of virtual interaction for more dynamic gaming. With a host of power profiles, this gaming powerhouse has a built-in overclocking mode via ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid that activates with a simple push of a button located above the keyboard that turns up system performance above its default level.

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Definitive Multitasking

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The ROG G53SX-AH71 gives you all the power you need to create digital video, 3D animation, or effortlessly play adrenaline-filled games with Intel's leading-edge processor. Powered by the 2nd Generation Intel Core i7-2670QM processor, the ROG G53SX-AH71 outperforms other notebooks with massive memory bandwidth for ultra-smooth multitasking performance. Featuring Intel Turbo Boost Technology, processor speed is automatically adjusted to your needs by accelerating performance to your tasks at hand. The ROG G53SX-AH71 also features a massive 750GB 5400RPM hard drive to store your movies, games, and pictures. Plus, the ROG G53SX-AH71 offers 8GB of DDR3 system memory for incredible multitasking capability.

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True-to-life Multimedia

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Featuring a 15.6-inch LED-backlit Full HD display, the ROG G53SX-AH71 lets you enjoy the latest in HD playback for an immersive experience with sharp images, smooth video transitions, and brilliant clarity. With HDMI connectivity, turn this gaming powerhouse into your personal media center by connecting to an external monitor or HDTV and enjoy flawless 1080p HD playback. Pair that up with THX + EAX 5.0 3D gaming audio technology, and together they make the ROG G53SX-AH71 not only a great gaming notebook, but also a multimedia powerhouse.

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	Get Comfy
View larger	Gaming is something to be enjoyed, so why not be more comfortable for extended gaming sessions? Fatigue will be a thing of the past, thanks to the ROG G53SX-AH71's 5° incline keyboard designed to provide a better ergonomic angle, as well as super comfortable rubber-like palm rests that's easy on the palm and wrist. There's also more space between the keyboard and number pad, so it resembles a desktop keyboard. The harder you work, the more heat you generate. A computer is no different, and with the amount of power in the ROG G53SX-AH71, some serious cooling is needed. A unique venting design pulls air from underneath the notebook, cooling the system down, and then vents it through the rear, keeping hot air away from the user and reducing ambient noise for prolonged gaming.

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	Stealth and Strength
View larger	Like its predecessor, the ROG G53SX-AH71 design was inspired by sharp polygonal shapes, but this time inspiration came from the US Navy's Sea Shadow stealth ship and modern day aircraft carriers. Like the stealth ship, opponents will never know what hit 'em, and like an aircraft carrier, the ROG G53SX-AH71 has the firepower to shock and awe the competition.

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Relax, ASUS Has You Covered

Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources,² readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS tirelessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.

This notebook is also backed by the industry's most comprehensive warranty.

1 Year ASUS Global Warranty³

Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:

• 1 year global warranty
• 30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
• 2-way free standard shipping
• 24/7 tech support

1 Year Accidental Damage Protection (ADP)³

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 during the first year after purchase.³

• Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
• 1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
• 24/7 toll-free phone support

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What's in the Box

• ROG G53SX-AH71
• AC Adapter
• 8 cell Battery Pack
• Warranty Information Card

Specifications

• Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
• Display: 15.6-inch Full HD display (1920 x 1080)
• Processor: 2nd generation Intel Core i7-2670QM quad-core processor (2.2 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 3.1 GHz)
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560M 2GB GDDR5 VRAM
• WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz), Bluetooth v3.0
• LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
• Memory: 8GB DDR3 SDRAM, 4 x SODIMM Sockets (up to 16GB)
• Storage: 750GB 5400RPM hard drive
• Optical Drive: DL DVD±RW/CD-RW
• Camera: 2.0 megapixel
• Speakers: Stereo speakers with EAX 5.0 sound
• Microphone: Digital Array Microphone
• Card Reader: 4-in-1 card reader (MMC/SD/MS/MS Pro)
• Input / Output: 1 x Mic-in, 1 x Headphone-out, 1 x VGA port/Mini D-Sub 15-pin for external monitor, 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x USB 3.0 port, 1 x Gigabit LAN, 1 x HDMI
• Battery: 8 cell
• Dimensions: 15.6 x 11.7x0.8~2–inches (W x D x H)
• Weight: 8.7lbs (with 8 cell battery)
• Color: Black

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¹All figures theoretical values compared to USB 2.0 benchmarks for reference purposes. Actual speed depends on device and system status.
²Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com's Service & Reliability Report 2010. Rated 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/ ). Rated number 1 reliable PC maker in Q2 2010's RESCUECOM report http://www.rescuecom.com/2010-2nd-Quarter-Computer-Reliability-Report.html
³ASUS reserves the right to exclude certain SKUs; check with your retailer to confirm coverage of specific models. Valid for notebooks purchased in the US and Canada only. Certain retailers do not participate in ADP coverage. For complete details, please visit: http://completewarranty.asus.com/.

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Has a few issues, but for the price, I'm not complaining April 29, 2012

By jvsgooch

As others have mentioned this laptop has a few "issues" as follows:

1. First one arrived DOA. Ordered from Tigerdirect, which has a local outlet, where I brought it for exchange. They only had the floor model left--and discounted it an additional $150 for me! At approx. $750, such a deal!

2. However, with that in mind, buying extended warranty might be advisable.

3. I've tested this laptop on the following games: Modern Warfare 3, Batman Arkham City, Skyrim, Crysis 2, Portal 1 & 2, and Minecraft. All games tested ran flawlessly, although I did have to lower the resolution from "ultra" to "high" for MW3 and Skyrim.

3. This laptop is heavier than even my 18.4" laptop, and is also larger than most 15" laptops, will not fit into a 15" laptop case. The styling of this laptop was inspired by stealth jet fighters and looks pretty sharp, so I guess its just the price you pay for beauty.

4. As another reviewer mentioned, when compared to the 3GB Nvidia GTX 360M with 3GB RAM, the video card in this laptop has only 2GB RAM, and is slightly "crippled", meaning it runs at a 128 bit bus width, and not the full 192. It's still a high-end, Class 1 video card, contains all the most desired features, and runs all the most "graphic intensive" modern games wonderfully, but why?

Oh well, I actually bought this laptop as an Xmas present for my 8 year old nephew. He didn't really ask for or expect a gaming laptop, but the netbook I orginally bought couldn't even run Minecraft, much less any of his school applications, and he's not exactly allowed to "surf the net." The specs and performance of this laptop are truely impressive, even with a slightly "crippled" video card.

Aside from supporting DirectX 11, and OpenGL 4.0, even though the monitor renders in 2D, the Nvidia video card supports 3D, meaning that you can hook the laptop up to an external 3D monitor via HDMI, for 3D video gaming, and streaming 3D internet content, including 3D movie viewing!

At least at this time, Nvidia only provides support though for certain 3D monitors that employ ACTIVE 3D technology, and also requires a 120HZ monitor (ie., refresh rate of 120 fpm "frames per second), however, I understand that drivers are now being developed to support passive 3D technology as well. I have a passive 3D TV, and connected the laptop via HDMI to see whether it would support 3D gaming. It kind of worked, but not very well.

5. Although games run smooth as silk, we've experienced some buffering issues when playing youtube videos. To resolve, I went to the Asus ROG forum, and took the advice of others, flashed the bios, installed the latest drivers and ran CCleaner, to clear out temp. files. Seems to have resolved that issue, for the most part anyway.

As I notice other reviewers have had similar issues, I wouldn't doubt that might be the very reason Asus discounted this particular model so deeply. Laptops with comparable specs cost almost twice as much, and for the savings, the issues experienced are fairly minor. So far anyway.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great performance! But some ASUS decision not so great. February 20, 2012

By Raí

Amazon Verified Purchase

Great performance, construction and pricetag! It's ASUS! I love it!

BUT...
I have 2 things to complain about:

I dont know why ASUS's choice was the 128bits gtx 560 and not the 192bits...
I saw in many forums zillions of problem about the magnet sensor that tell when the lid is closed or not, well, my asus came with this and i dont know how to permanently fix this problem, im in brazil and I cant sendo to RMA (global guarantee?? maybe not).

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars 15.6 inch screen, yes, but it's closer to an 18 inch laptop February 18, 2012

By charlie doroin jr

Amazon Verified Purchase

Bought it, had it shipped, received it in perfect working order. It's a great laptop with a super-bright screen. Everything's as it should be, except for one thing: there is no way the published dimensions are right.

I bought a Targus Revolution XL specifically because it was designed for 15-16 inch laptops, and this beautiful monster of a laptop wouldn't fit. Had to get a more boring backpack instead. The only reason this review isn't 5 stars is because there's less choices for bags and protection.

EDIT:
The USB 3.0 driver on the machine was buggy -- it wouldn't play nice with my Western Digital 1TB portable drive. Windows said the driver was up to date, but I was able to update it from an external site and that fixed the problem. (The drive would be detected, but transferring anything over 1MB would cause it to be "disconnected" and would prompt Windows to reformat the drive.)