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Shopper : Is this a 100% new laptop? I mean, not used not refurbished right?JEFF R : Yes if it is used or refurbished they would be required to let the buyer know.GERI G : Mine was brand new. Original packaging, adapters, and all manuals. Defiantly not refurbished.
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Review Summary

2015-06-09T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good enough

Will not blow you away but for the price it's a solid deal. Sure for a few hundred more you could get a better video card or add a ssd. This performs well and if needed a ssd could be added later.

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ASUS ROG Specifications

  • Processor

    Intel Core i7 4720HQ Processor

  • Processor Base Frequency

    2.6GHz

  • Max Turbo Frequency

    3.6GHz

  • Operating System

    Windows 8.1

  • Chipset

    Intel HM86 Express Chipset

  • Memory

    16GB DDR3L 1600 MHz SDRAM, 2x DIMM socket for expansion up to 16GB SDRAM

  • Display

    15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) anti-glare TN display

  • Graphic

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX960M 2G GDDR5

  • Storage

    1TB HDD 7200 RPM

  • Optical Drive

    Super-Multi DVD

  • Card Reader

    3-in-1 card reader ( SD/ SDHC/ MS/ MS Pro/MS Pro Duo/ MMC)

  • Camera

    HD Web Camera

  • Networking

    Integrated 802.11agn
    10/100/1000/Gigabits Base T
    Bluetooth 4.0

  • Interface

    Microphone-in jack
    Headphone-out jack (Audio-in Combo)
    3x USB 3.0 port(s)
    RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert
    HDMI
    mini Display Port

  • Audio

    Built-in 2 Speakers And Microphone
    Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
    SonicMaster Premium
    MaxxAudio support

  • Battery

    6Cells 5200mAh 56 Whrs

  • Power Adapter

    Output: 19V DC, 6.3A, 120W (Quad Core)
    Input: 100 -240V AC, 50/60Hz universal

  • Security

    Kensington lock
    BIOS Booting User Password Protection
    HDD User Password Protection and Security
    Pre-OS Authentication by programmable key code

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    383 x 255 x 28-31.5mm / 15.08 x 10.04 x 1.10-1.24"

  • Weight

    2.7kg / 5.95lbs

  • UPC Code

    886227991013

4 Accessories for ASUS ROG 15.6" FHD Gaming Notebook Computer, Intel Core i7-4720HQ 2.6GHz, 16GB RAM, 1TB HDD, NVIDIA GeForce GTX960M, Windows 8.1

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About ASUS ROG

ASUS ROG GL551JW- the New 15.6" All-Around Dominator
More mobility on the go with power-packed performance, the new 15.6-inch GL551JW lets you game on your own terms. Harnessing a quad-core Intel Core i7-4720HQ processor and the latest NVIDIA Maxwell architecture GeForce GTX 960M graphics within a sleek brushed aluminum chassis, the ASUS ROG GL551JW gives you the gaming edge, wherever you are. With a 15.6" Full HD display and advanced cooling design, play your games at 1080p with no compromise at all times and never worry about losing your cool.

G Series- A True Force of Gaming Nature
Like its stealth fighter-inspired beginnings, G Series laptops bring an understated design that does much more besides looking cool. The accented iconic red and black colors pay tribute to gaming's dark-lit LAN party origins in a modern style that prepares you for gaming's future.

Strike in Darkness
Be it a late night gaming session or LAN tournament, the backlit chiclet keyboard glows an aggressive red with user-adjusted brightness levels and specially-highlighted WASD keys for precise control and eye-catching visibility wherever you are.

NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 960M Graphics With OPTIMUS Technology
Get advanced desktop gaming performance everywhere with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M dedicated graphics that lets you play your favorite PC games anywhere, at 1080p, with no compromise. With a single click, the NVIDIA GeForce Experience software optimizes games for the best performance and image quality possible. The result is a smooth frame rate with zero lag. Now you can play your favorite FPS or RPG as it was intended without even worrying about battery life - the Optimus Technology automatically switches between discrete and integrated graphics to deliver the performance you need, when you need it, while extending playing time.

Fastest Just Got Faster With 4th Generation Intel Core I7 Processor
Armed with the latest 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor, the GL551 sets all-new benchmarks for powerful performance so you never have to slow down even on-the-go. Now you can play when you want, how you want.

Play it cool
Heat is a gamer's worst enemy, as it can cause unreliability and performance degradation - but not with the ROG G series gaming laptops. With expertly-designed powerful thermal solution, the GL551's exterior is tested and proven to be kept at a comfortable temperature level at all times for maximum stability - and maximum gaming pleasure.

Audio, for the win
The GL551's audio system packs a punch, featuring ASUS' exclusive SonicMaster technology with large speakers and resonance chambers to deliver more powerful sound and deeper bass. This rock-solid audio foundation also comes with ROG AudioWizard, letting you personalize sound settings or choose between 5 preset modes for the ultimate winning soundtrack.

What's in the box:

  • ASUS ROG 15.6" FHD Gaming Notebook Computer
  • Power Adapter
  • Battery
  • User Manual
  • 30-Day Zero Bright Dot Guarantee
  • ASUS 1 Year Limited Warranty with Accidental Damage Protection