The ASUS G73JW-XA1 only recently hit the market but there are already tons of 4 and 5 star reviews on various websites. Most ASUS G73JW-XA1 reviews that I’ve read have commented (very favorably) on several key features. I’ll discuss a few below.
ASUS G73JW-XA1 Tech Specs
1.73Ghz Quad-core Intel i7-740QM
8GB RAM (DDR3 1066MHz)
Nvidia GTX 460M Graphics with 1.5GB GDDR5
750 GB HDD
Super Multi DVD Drive
17.3-Inch Full HD (1920×1080) LED Display
Illuminated Keyboard & 2.0MP Webcam
Windows Home Premium 64-bit Operating System
Every gamer knows that the latest games demands the best performance. But we don’t believe in just meeting the minimum requirements, we believe in obliterating them. That’s why we made sure that the Republic of Gamers (ROG) G73Jw-XA1 was jam-packed with one-of-a-kind innovation that propel mobile gaming performance to unseen levels.
Featuring the new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M graphics engine that comes with a massive 1.5GB of GDDR5 VRAM, the ROG G73Jw-XA1 leads in DirectX 11 gaming for advanced tessellation and faster graphics rendering. This gaming powerhouse, powered by the Intel Core i7-740QM quad-core processor, soars while performing several tasks simultaneously. And while others struggle to find the keys in dimly lit areas, the backlit gaming keyboard gives you the edge in the dark to put you ahead of the competition.
The ROG G73Jw-XA1 showcases a stealth fighter-inspired design with a unique thermal design that promotes airflow and keeps the air away from you. Plus, its 17.3-inch LED-backlit Full HD display lets you experience the latest in high-definition entertainment brilliant 1080p playback. The ROG G73Jw-XA1 breaks from the heard of traditional gaming notebooks with built-in overclocking feature through the ASUS Power4Gear Hybrid utility – instantly giving you extreme power with a push of a button.
The ROG G73Jw-XA1 also boasts 750GB 7200RPM hard drive, 8GB DDR3 system memory, high-speed wireless N, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Super Speed USB 3.0 connectivity, Bluetooth v2.1, HDMI connectivity, 2.0 megapixel camera, and Altec Lansing speakers with EAX Advanced HD 4.0 sound.
ASUS G73JW-XA1 reviews made it clear that this Republic of Gamers laptop is a high end gaming laptop that runs even high-end video games flawlessly. The 17” high-def display is something that most ASUS G73JW-XA1 reviews mentioned as a big draw since it really immerses you in the game you are playing. In addition to the huge display, many an ASUS G73JW-XA1 review noted the huge hard drive and 8GB of RAM as key selling points.