PHILIPPINES – ASUS Philippines Republic of Gamers has recently reached out to Filipino gaming communities in the recently concluded Gamers’ Gatherings held in Cebu, Davao, Cagayan De Oro, and Baguio, in which they showcased the latest ROG gaming line-up.
Dubbed as ‘ROG on Tour’, the events focused on gaming communities across the Philippines in order to inspire and inform gamers of the new high-end gaming solutions provided and developed by ASUS.
These gatherings mark the ASUS ROG as a brand solely dedicated for gamers, professionals, or simply for those wishing to get the best computing tools for their trade. Whether it’s a notebook, desktop, or even gaming accessories, ROG has it all. Among the products introduced in the gatherings were the ROG G501, G551 and G20.
G501 is powered by the 4th-generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor and the new NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M graphics for an unrivalled gaming experience. This impressive power is supported by ASUS-exclusive Hyper Cool technology with dual independent fans, delivering smooth, stable performance for both gaming and professional content creation.
In addition, G501 has a 15.6-inch FHD (1920×1080) to treat users to incredibly detailed visuals and lifelike colors.
Ultraportable design for gaming on the go
ROG G501 is one of the world’s thinnest gaming laptops, with a height of just 20.6mm. It features a lightweight aluminum construction and weighs just 2.06kg (non-touchscreen). Its modern, elegant design sports red bezel accents and gaming features like a red-backlit keyboard with 1.6mm of key travel for a responsive feel, a numeric keypad, and marked WASD cursor keys.
Exclusive Hyper Cool technology
G501 is also the coolest and quietest gaming laptop on the market, with exclusive Hyper Cool technology built in. This advanced cooling system employs dual fans and copper heat sinks to remove heat efficiently with minimal fan noise. Both processor (CPU) and graphics-processing unit (GPU) are cooled independently based on each component’s demands to ensure maximum efficiency — delivering extremely cool gaming experiences that are both whisper-quiet and silky smooth.
Uncompromised gaming performance and fast content creation
ROG G501 is powered 4th-generation Intel Core i7-4720HQ processor for the smooth, powerful performance required to drive today’s fast-paced games. G501 also features the latest NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics with up to 4GB of GDDR5 video memory for sharp, vivid visuals and smoother in-game animations. The powerful GPU also drives hardcore content-creation, enabling even the most demanding creative to produce any kind of content on the go.
Immersive ASUS SonicMaster audio
G501 features ASUS SonicMaster audio, incorporating ICEpower®, Bang & Olufsen technology, for high-quality sound. ASUS AudioWizard gives users five preset audio modes with settings tailored to suit different game genres.
ASUS ROG G551
This new G Series models represent a performance leap over their predecessors, with Intel® Core™ i7 processors and enthusiast-grade NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX™ graphics for the horsepower to drive today’s games smoothly at their highest settings. The G Series laptops exhibit their visual prowess with wide-angle IPS displays, and provide gamers with Full HD visuals. There’s also Trinity Display output for multi-monitor gaming or multitasking.
The distinctive G Series design features a matte-black brushed-aluminum finish with red diamond-cut edges, and bears an illuminated ROG logo on the lid. The keyboards are designed especially for gamers, and the almost-silent cooling system efficiently removes heat with minimum fan noise.
Enthusiast-grade gaming performance
The new G Series laptop is powered by Intel Core i7 processors for the performance required by the latest gaming titles; while enthusiast-grade NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics with Microsoft DirectX 11 provide sharper visuals and smoother in-game animations. To cope with the amazing power, G Series features an advanced cooling system that efficiently removes heat with minimal fan noise so as not to disrupt the gaming experience.
Audiovisuals that deliver immersive game worlds
The G Series comes in 15- inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 resolution) display. The IPS panel have wide 178-degree viewing angles, so color shift is minimized even when viewed from extreme positions in both the horizontal and vertical planes. Gamers are guaranteed accurate, lifelike colors that further enhance their gaming experience. Trinity Display technology enables users to hook their G Series up to three other external displays via HDMI 1.4 or Mini DisplayPort 1 — ideal for multi-monitor gaming and multitasking.
SonicMaster Premium provides rich, crystal-clear high-fidelity audio while ROG AudioWizard features five easy-to-use preset modes with settings tailored to suit different game genres. And since most LAN gamers utilize headsets, G Series laptops incorporate a powerful headphone amplifier that has been fine-tuned by audio specialists in the ASUS Golden Ear team for an even more immersive experience.
ROG-infused design
Aesthetically, the G Series exudes ROG DNA, sporting a premium matte-black brushed-aluminum finish, red diamond-cut edges and an illuminated ROG logo on the lid. In keeping with the ROG theme, the G Series has a seamless one-piece chiclet keyboard and specially-marked WASD keys for easy navigation and gameplay. The backlit keys glow red to make it easy for gamers to read keys in dim environments, and further adds to the ROG mystique.
The G20 is a compact gaming desktop, a stylish gaming PC designed to dominate the small-form-factor gaming desktop segment. The G20 features a compact 12.5-liter case and is powered by a 4th-generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor matched with an NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX™ 745 graphics card for unstoppable gaming and home entertainment. ROG G20 delivers incredible energy efficiency as well, drawing just 10W in Eco Energy mode. On the outside, G20 sports a bold and distinctively-ROG design, with a matte-black finish, aggressive lines, Mayan-inspired markings, and customizable lighting effects. ROG G20 has already received critical acclaim, winning the Best Choice of the Year and Golden Awards at Computex 2014.
The world’s most powerful compact gaming desktop
Despite its compact 12.5-liter size, ROG G20 is designed to be a one-stop gaming and entertainment system and is available in a variety of specifications. ROG G20 can be specced with up to a 4th-generation Intel Core i7 processor for unprecedented levels of gaming and multitasking performance.
The G20 isn’t just powerful, it’s energy-efficient as well. In Eco Energy Mode, its ultra-low power design draws as little as 20W1 at idle – so users can leave the G20 on overnight to download games. It can also function as a home server with Intel Ready Mode technology, drawing only 10W* even when connected to the internet. On top of that, it runs whisper-quiet at just 22dB at idle.
Effective heat management for ultimate stability
ROG engineers designed the G20 with no visible exterior side exhaust vents in order to preserve the neat, clean lines of the chassis. ROG G20 boasts a thermal design that takes advantage of natural convection, with a hidden airflow channel and two internal fans to ensure efficient heat management, making it ideal for marathon gaming sessions.
Designed with gamers in mind
ROG G20 has a 12.5-liter chassis that features a matte-black finish, aggressive lines and Mayan-inspired markings. Customizable lighting effects showcase up to 8 million colors on the front and underside of the chassis, reflecting the feel of the game currently being played to further add to the experience.
ASUS SonicMaster audio takes advantage of a unique mix of audio hardware and tuning software to bring gamers right into the fight. Whether they’re using a headset or external speakers, gunshots ring out, explosions reverberate, and even footsteps become auditory cues. On top of that, ROG AudioWizard sound processing provides ROG desktops with an additional layer of audio enhancement, with up to five customizable modes that can be easily accessed on-the-fly.
The ASUS-exclusive Aegis application provides real-time performance monitoring through a user-friendly interface. Aegis lets users track CPU and memory usage, as well as internet download and upload status. Temperature and voltage thresholds can even be set for the system to maintain and monitor automatically.
ASUS desktops — Most-recommended Windows desktop brand
Innovation, design and reliability are at the heart of all ASUS computers. Winning Readers’ Choice for overall satisfaction for the second year in a row, and for the third successive year in the home category, is proof that ASUS is better at delivering what customers want than rival Windows desktop PC companies. As PCMag.com says: “If you want a Windows desktop PC, ASUS is the best choice”2.
Availability & Pricing
ASUS ROG G501, G551 and G20 are now available in all ASUS Authorized Re-Sellers nationwide.
| Model | Price |
| ASUS ROG G501 |
Php59,995 |
| ASUS ROG G551 | Php69,995 |
| ASUS ROG G20 | Php63,995 |
ASUS G551 Technical Specifications:
| G551 | |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i7-4720HQ |
| Operating System | WIN8.1 |
| Memory | DDR3L 1600 MHz 16GB |
| X`Display | 15.6” AG FHD IPS LED backlight (1920 x 1080) |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M with 4GB GDDR5 VRAM |
| Storage | SATA 1TB 2.5′ HDD |
| Optical Drive | DVD Super-Multi / Blu-ray read |
| Camera | Built-in HD camera and array mic |
| Dimension and Weight | 38.2(W) x 25.5(D) x 3.2(H) cm, 2.7 Kg (for 6-cell Battery) |
ASUS G501 Technical Specifications:
| G501 | |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i7-4720HQ |
| Operating System | WIN8.1 |
| Memory | DDR3L 1600 MHz 12GB |
| X`Display | 15.6” AG FHD LED backlight (1920 x 1080) |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M with 4GB GDDR5 VRAM |
| Storage | SATA 1TB 2.5′ HDD |
| Optical Drive | DVD Super-Multi / Blu-ray read |
| Camera | Built-in HD camera and array mic |
| Dimension and Weight | 383 Wx255 Dx20,6 H mm (Non-touch) / 2,06kg (est.) |
ASUS G20 Technical Specifications:
| G20 | |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ i7-4790HQ |
| Operating System | WIN8.1 |
| Memory | DDR3L 1600 MHz 16GB |
| Weight and Dimension | 104x340x358mm
6.38KG/10.77kg. |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 745 |
| Storage | SATA 1TB 2.5′ HDD |
| Optical Drive | DVD Super-Multi / Blu-ray read |
| Front IO Port | USB 3.0 x 2
Mic Port x 1 Earphone port x 1 |
