ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Zephyrus

KEY POINTS

• Ultra-slim profile tapers from 17.9 mm to just 16.9mm
• High-performance best-in-class components including 7th Gen Intel Kaby Lake Core i7 processor and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GPU
• ROG-exclusive Active Aerodynamic System delivers powerful cooling and striking efficiency performance for marathon gaming sessions
• Front-mounted keyboard has individually-backlit keys with Aura RGB lighting, customizable WASD and QWER key lighting and anti-ghosting 30-key rollover

Taipei, Taiwan and Fremont, California (May 30, 2017) — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Zephyrus, the world’s slimmest gaming laptop powered by the 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor and the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 GPU. ROG Zephyrus features the Windows 10 Creators Update, which improves the performance of PC games via the all-new Windows Game Mode, and makes it easier to perform native game-streaming with Mixer, Microsoft’s streaming service.

The 15.6-inch Zephyrus has an ultra-slim profile, and incorporates the exclusive Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) — a specially-designed cooling system — and customizable Aura RGB lighting effects. It features a super-fast 120Hz panel with wide-view technology, 100 percent sRGB color gamut, and NVIDIA G-SYNC™ for breathtaking gaming visuals.

The World’s Slimmest Gaming Laptop with Unparalleled Performance and Features

ROG Zephyrus is the result of persistent dedication to gaming innovation from ROG. ROG aim to create laptops that are slimmer, cooler, quieter and more powerful than ever before, to address the needs of today's highly mobile gamers. Zephyrus has a blade-inspired design, resulting in an ultra-slim and sleek profile that tapers from 17.9mm down to just 16.9mm at its thinnest point. Its compact dimensions make it the world’s thinnest gaming laptop powered by the 7th Generation Intel Core i7 processor and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GPU, delivering unstoppable gaming performance. The incredible CPU and GPU combination allows Zephyrus to compete successfully with larger devices and desktops.

Greater Efficiency with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 and Max-Q Design

The ROG Zephyrus utilizes Max-Q, NVIDIA’s innovative approach to designing the world’s thinnest, fastest, and quietest gaming laptops. Max-Q, an integral part of NASA’s mission to launch man into space, is defined as the point at which the aerodynamic stress on a rocket in atmospheric flight is maximized. Thus, the design of the rocket is precision-engineered around Max-Q. NVIDIA has applied a similar philosophy to designing gaming laptops, enabling ASUS to build laptops that are thinner with more GPU performance of previous generation products.

ROG-exclusive Design and Cooling System

ROG Zephyrus is cooled by the exclusive Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) that runs cooler and quieter without sacrificing performance. AAS also incorporates unique AeroAccelerator (AA) technology that increases the speed and efficiency of airflow through the laptop. The fan’s 3D-curved surface cover and accelerate guiders enhance the speed of airflow and move heat away from the components more efficiently. When Zephyrus is opened, a portion of the bottom of the chassis flexes to increase the air-flow volume by 20 percent and further increase air circulation. AAS maximizes system stability, gaming performance and thermal performance, and allows full utilization of the capabilities of the CPU and GPU so gamers can engage in marathon sessions without fear of interruption.

Perfected Gaming Keyboard with Aura Lighting Effects Innovated Touch Pad with Ten Key Function

ROG Zephyrus has a keyboard that is positioned at the front of the chassis, a design that allows better cooling for the internal components and provides a more comfortable and familiar experience for gamers accustomed to desktop keyboards. Aura RGB lighting technology provides dynamic and customizable lighting effects over the entire keyboard, as well as separately highlighted customizable effects for the WASD and QWER key groups, allowing users to create a gaming ambience that matches the feel of their game. Anti-ghosting keys ensure commands are instantaneously and correctly interpreted — even when up to 30 keys are pressed simultaneously. The keys have been ergonomically designed to provide optimum comfort and typing accuracy. The Zephyrus positions the touchpad to the right of the keyboard, and also integrates a ten-key function that is easily activated by a hot key. When activated, a red backlight illuminates the ten key functions.

Ultra-Smooth Gaming Visuals and Versatile Connectivity

ROG Zephyrus is equipped with 120Hz display that enables smooth gaming at a true 120Hz frame rate. NVIDIA G-SYNC display technology synchronizes the display’s refresh rate with output of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX GPU for ultra-smooth visuals. G-SYNC gets rid of lag, minimizes perceived stutter, and eliminates visual tearing — providing the smoothest, fastest and most breathtaking gaming imaginable, without affecting system performance. Wide viewing angles and a 100 percent sRGB color gamut also allow the panel to produce outstanding, lifelike colors from any angle. The laptop is also equipped with a USB Type-C™ (USB-C™) port with Thunderbolt™ 3, allowing G-SYNC and 4K UHD display output, fast data transfers and power delivery.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

ASUS ROG Zephyrus GX501VI will be available from will be available from 6/27 in the United States and Canada. ASUS ROG Zephyrus GX501VS will be available for pre-order on 6/27 in the United States and will ship in July. US resellers include Abt, Adorama, Amazon, ASUS Store, B&H, BestBuy.com, Follett, Microcenter, Microsoft Store, and Newegg. Canadian resellers include BestBuy.Ca, Canada Computers, Memory Express, NCIX, and Newegg.ca. The GX501VI will be available in the United States starting at $2,699 and the GX501VS will be available starting for $2,299. The GX501VI will be available in Canada starting at $3,499. Other configurations to be announced, by region, in the coming months. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.

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About ASUS

ASUS is one of Fortune magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies, and is dedicated to creating products for today and tomorrow’s smart life. Our comprehensive portfolio includes Zenbo, ZenFone, ZenBook and a range of IT devices and components, along with AR, VR and IoT. ASUS employs more than 17,000 people worldwide and over 5,500 world-class R&D talents. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, the company won 4,385 awards and earned approximately US$13.3 billion of revenue in 2016.

About ASUS Republic of Gamers

The ASUS ROG brand was founded in 2006 on a desire to grow the global gaming ecosystem through sponsorships and the development of innovative hardware specifically designed for the needs of dedicated players. ASUS ranks number one in 13 among the top 15 gaming markets in the world; the 15 countries account for nearly 100 percent of the total worldwide gaming market.

ROG continues to be the first choice for gamers and participates in international gaming and overclocking events — including QuakeCon, BlizzCon and DreamHack. Record-breaking ROG gear includes motherboards, graphics cards, notebooks, desktops and monitors, plus audio equipment and mice. Simply, ROG is the choice of champions.