When Nvidia's Pascal GPU went mobile last month, Asus revealed six Pascal-equipped laptops, but now it's expanding with the addition of two ROG Strix models.
The pair, the ROG Strix GL702VM-DB71 and GL702VM-DB74, are almost identical to the recently announced ROG Strix GL502VS. The GL702 VM series feature an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, support for up to 32GB of memory, and storage slots for an HDD and SSD.
The August lineup was composed of high-end offerings, with each laptop sporting at least an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070; as such, the laptops had hefty price tags. In comparison, the two new GL702VM models are equipped with GTX 1060s, making them considerable more affordable. The GL702VM models also feature a wider 17.3-inch FHD G-Sync display than the 15.6-inch panels on the GL502 laptops, and therefore larger dimensions and greater weight.
The GL702VMs' larger size means more room, which Asus used for the laptop's triple-fan cooling solution; it'll be interesting to compare how well it fares against other similarly equipped laptops.
Additionally, the Strix GL702VMs feature a neon-accented "tactile keyboard" with illuminated WASD keys, anti-ghosting and 30KRO. As with all ROG laptops, the GL702VM will come with Asus's ROG Gaming Center software pre-installed. From here, users can edit lighting effects, overclock settings, key macros, and more.
The Asus ROG Strix GL702VM-DB71 and GL702VM-DB74 are available now at Asus' store and select retailers for $1,399 and $1,599, respectively.
| Product | GL702VM-DB71 | GL702VM-DB74 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Quad Core i7-6700HQ 2.6GHz (Turbo up to 3.5GHz) | Intel Quad Core i7-6700HQ 2.6GHz (Turbo up to 3.5GHz) |
| Operating System | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4 2133 MHz (up to 32GB) | 16GB DDR4 2133 MHz (up to 32GB) |
| Display | 17.3" FHD 1920 x 1080 G-SYNC with wide viewing angles | 17.3" FHD 1920 x 1080 G-SYNC with wide viewing angles |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5 |
| Storage | 1TB 7200rpm HDD | 256GB SATA III SSD + 1TB 7200rpm HDD |
| Networking | -Intel 8260 2x2 802.11ac-Built-in Bluetooth V4.1-Gigabit Ethernet jack | -Intel 8260 2x2 802.11ac-Built-in Bluetooth V4.1-Gigabit Ethernet jack |
| I/O | -Combo audio jack-USB 3.1 Thunderbolt Type-C -3x USB 3.0-Mini DisplayPort 1.2-HDMI-AC adapter plug | -Combo audio jack-USB 3.1 Thunderbolt Type-C -3x USB 3.0-Mini DisplayPort 1.2-HDMI-AC adapter plug |
| Audio | Dual speakers | Dual speakers |
| Battery | 64Whr 4-cell Lithium-Ion | 64Whr 4-cell Lithium-Ion |
| Power Adapter | 180WInput : 100 -240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal | 180WInput : 100 -240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 16.53 x 10.82 x 0.86~0.97 inches | 16.53 x 10.82 x 0.86~0.97 inches |
| Weight | 6.02 lbs | 6.02 lbs |
| Price (USD) | $1,399 | $1,599 |