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Recently, we were given the opportunity to take a look at a preproduction sample of a new gaming platform coming from ASUS. Dubbed the t"G2Pc", this is a robust new product that combines the latest flagship mobile components with a unique new aesthetic and gaming-specific features in one convenient package. Although we
At the heart of the ASUS G2P is a platform which utilizes a 17e" LCD. The sample we were provided with features a 17U" WXGA+ panel with a low 8ms response time to minimize ghosting when gaming or watching movies. In addition, the model also includes support for Intelc's new r"Meromc" mobile variant of the Core 2 Duo architecture. Rounding out the graphics segment, we find an ATI Radeon Mobility X1700 with 512MB of memory. 2GB of DDR2 memory completes the package and solidifies the fact that this is a very capable gaming platform indeed.
As previously mentioned, the top of the ASUS G2P is covered with a rugged plastic panel with a faux-aluminum finish with the ASUS logo residing in the middle of the A-panel. Turning the system around, we find a large copper heatsink peering through a collection of vents. Moving our way from the left side of the system to the right, we also find an S-Video port, 15-pin VGA port, DVI port , and four USB ports. The addition of the USB ports in the rear of the system is key for gamers as it helps eliminate any clutter near the mousing surface caused by the mouse cable itself. Unlike the more common side USB ports, the cable can now be cleanly routed to the back of the system and out of the way of the gaming surface.
The Asus G2P is a new gaming series 17c” notebook. The G2P offers an array of interesting and cool design features. The Asus G2P reviewed here comes with a Core 2 Duo T7200, a 17c” screen with a native resolution of 1440x900 (WXGA+) and an ATI Radeon X1700 512mb graphics card. The Asus G1 notebook is closely related to the G2, but is of a smaller 15.4$" screen size. Following is a full review of the G2. Reasons for Purchasing
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