Matrix 4312 Report post Posted July 8, 2011 I've been looking for a laptop for some time, and I've been looking for deals to go with it. I don't do hardcore gaming, just rs and watching videos and movies and all that good stuff. I'm going to university the year after next, so it has to be a laptop really or it defeats the purpose as I won't have anything to take down notes with as well lol. What I want to know from anyone here who is really good with computers is: Is this a good deal with the specs it has? It costs $1,249.99 and $16.59 for shipping. I also am worried that it may be too big with a 17.3" screen, and it says it is 8.00 pounds. Does anyone know if this will be a problem if I have to use it at university? Finally, does anyone have any experience with ASUS in the past and can tell me if they make good computers? http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834230028&Tpk=ASUS%20G73SW-XN2 There is the link to the site. It has all the specs and there are also reviews. Thanks if anyone can help! Model Branda: ASUS Series: G Series Model: G73SW-XN2 General Color: Black Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit CPU Type: Intel Core i7-2630QM 2.0GHz Screen: 17.3" FHD Memory Size: 8GB DDR3 Hard Disk: 500GB Optical Drive: DVD Super Multi Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M Video Memory: 1.5GB GDDR5 VRAM Communication: Gigabit LAN and WLAN Dimensions: 16.60" x 12.80" x 0.80" - 2.30" Weight: 8.00 lbs. CPU CPU Type: Intel Core i7 CPU Speed: 2630QM(2.00GHz) CPU Support: Quad Core Processor, 6MB L3 Cache, Turbo Boost up to 2.9GHz Chipset Chipset: Intel HM65 Display Screen Size: 17.3" Wide Screen Support: Yes Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Operating Systems Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Graphics GPU/VPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M Video Memory: 1.5GB GDDR5 VRAM Graphic Type: Dedicated Card Hard Drive HDD: 500GB HDD RPM: 7200rpm Memory Memory: 8GB Memory Speed: DDR3 1333 Memory Type: 204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM Memory Slot (Total): 4 Max Memory Supported: 16GB Optical Drive Optical Drive Type: DVD Super Multi Optical Drive Interface: Integrated Communications LAN: 10/100/1000Mbps WLAN: 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN Bluetooth: Yes Ports USB: 1 x USB 3.0, 3 x USB 2.0 Video Port: 1 x VGA HDMI: 1 x HDMI Audio Ports: 1 x Microphone jack; 1 x Headphone jack Audio Audio: EAX Advanced HD 5.0, THX TruStudio, Built-in microphone Speaker: Built-in Speakers and Subwoofer Input Device Touchpad: Yes Keyboard: Standard Supplemental Drive Card Reader: Yes Webcam: 2.0MP Power AC Adapter: 150-watt AC adapter Battery: 8-cell lithium ion Physical Specifications Dimensions: 16.60" x 12.80" x 0.80" - 2.30" Weight: 8.00 lbs. Manufacturer Warranty Accidental Damage Warranty: 1 year ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty - Drops, Fire, Spill, Surge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Splodge Report post Posted July 8, 2011 Good for a laptop Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Dark Report post Posted July 8, 2011 That's really good for a laptop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Saint Zman Report post Posted July 8, 2011 Rofl. That for RS, Youtube, and browsing the web... ASUS isn't a bad brand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Pali Report post Posted July 9, 2011 I have ASUS monitor, it's the best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Bloodarrow42 Report post Posted July 9, 2011 Has nice specs, especially for a laptop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Guest Desire Report post Posted July 16, 2011 they make good computers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Bloodarrow42 Report post Posted July 16, 2011 Personally I'd go for a larger HD, but it all depends on the person and how much they would use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
l Kreiger l Report post Posted July 16, 2011 I actually have this computer and it is a fat ass, it's not something you would want to take to school it will take up your whole desk. Sometimes when it starts up and first sign in it takes like 3 minutes for the RAM to start going. You have to make sure the fans aren't covered or it will overheat and shut off pretty fast. If you have the computer set to gaming and are on battery the battery doesnt last long. Other than that its a great computer. If you only watch movies and play runesape though I wouldn't recommend it for that. It is a bad ass gaming computer though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Rcms Report post Posted July 16, 2011 Gl :P..I prefer to play rs on a desktop while I have my laptop next to it watching a movie/forums/yt. But meh. Nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Weloverange Report post Posted July 16, 2011 I'd recommend building your own or getting someone that knows what they're doing to do it for you. It's cheaper+more fun. Also, if you don't want to do that, that laptop wouldn't be a bad choice either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Eazy Report post Posted July 16, 2011 Good for a laptop he knows what he's talking about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Numbers` Report post Posted July 17, 2011 It's too much for what you say you're going to be doing with it, but nice choice i guess only other downer i see is the weight for when you'll be lugging it around at school. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
Guest Ecko Report post Posted July 17, 2011 You can make you're own for half the price just as good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 0
