Desktop equivalent of Asus G750JW

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WhyeSnake

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I am considering purchasing an ASUS G750JW from the Futureshop in my city in Canada

Link: http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/asus-asus-republic-of-gaming-17-3-gaming-laptop-black-intel-core-i7-4700hq-2tb-hdd-16gb-ram-g750jw-rb71-cb/10256772.aspx

But before I do I thought that I would consult those more knowledgeable than me on the subject. I am just wondering if there are any laptops at the same price with similar specs or what the desktop equivalent would include or cost.

I think I have just been researching too long that I have become biased towards this laptop so any info or suggestions anyone could provide would be greatly appreciated!
 
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I actually purchased one yesterday and I like it so far. I bought it for mobility, realizing that gaming wouldn't be equivalent to my desktop in anyway in terms of graphics. Its smooth,quiet and responsive.

I have two issues, though. One being the battery indicator is showing 88%...its been on a charger for over 12 hours. It is still at 88% and I haven't found a fix on that or a probable cause. The second issue is a stuck or dead pixel. Since I bought this at my local Best Buy, I'm very tempted to return it today for those two issues.
 
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Its too bad that you had problems like that but thanks for the insight, I have a question though, from what I have read people have said it is too heavy and personally I don't think that would really be problem but I was just wondering what you thought of the weight.
 
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The weight doesn't bother me. It weighs 10 pounds, so yea, it is heavy. I haven't had one but for a few days now. I exchanged fora new one today and I have what I suspect to be motherboard issues now. Its getting real annoying.

Asus is an amazing brand, but I'm getting discouraged now.
 
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The more I look into it the more I am leaning towards just getting a desktop, I think I just have to re-evaluate how crucial portability is for me and having the ability to upgrade would be nice. Probably just going to get like a gtx 660 and some other kind of meh desktop parts and save some money.
 
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If you want a pc primarily for gaming, I would build a desktop. You'll get tons more power for less money, plus adding on and upgrading won't be a hassle. Video card wise, I'd go with the 700 series. If you're wanting a low budget build, look at the 750ti or 760.
 
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I meant to update you on my experience as well. I had two faulty G750jw models in a row. First time was battery and screen issues and the second was faulty hardware, Ram and Mobo. I'm not saying Asus makes bad products because I have yet to see many bad reviews on this particular laptop or on Asus in general. I love the few Asus branded products I have now and haven't had a problem with them after 2 years of use. I think I just got unlucky.

Again, if you don't plan on being mobile most of the time, I'd build a desktop. You will spend less money for more power in comparison to a laptop. You can upgrade later on for the most part. If something breaks, you won't have to send the whole unit like you would a laptop. I own a powerful desktop and am looking for a laptop. I can promise you will benefit much more from a desktop unless mobility is needed.
 
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