Asus G53, the smaller version of the G73jh

Do we know when the second shipment of the G53 is supposed to arrive?

 

Reportedly it is supposed to arrive at ASUS Distribution on Thurs (28th) and so will probably start showing up at the resellers on the 1st or 2nd.

 

Second shipment should be here this Friday.

 

damn it I thought I was receiving my computer today but ETA is pushed back 2 days

 

We have seen allot of questions on this so I thought I would clear the understanding on the 2nd Hard Drive brackets for the G53. Those that have claimed in this thread to have them in stock are using the G73 Brackets that are NOT a 100% match. They can be modded to a certain degree to fit but not 100% like the official G53 Brackets will fit. Unlike the G53 Brackets the G73 brackets are more readily available in the short term but you sacrifice a 100% exact fit.

 

Probably need some help in doing an international e-check since I never use it at all. I think i will just order one from the US.

 

Hi,
I have been reading about the G53 and G73 for the past couple of days now. My two year old HP Pavilion DV5 just annoyed me by having its screen starting to flicker heavily just after warranty ended and I can't send it to HP for a 6 week repair. This gave me the idea to separate my gaming and work from now on by buying a portable gaming machine.

I noticed that we are slightly left behind in terms of deliverytime here in Sweden. We can get the new G53 around 5-10 November but they have only started to take preorders for the i5 model with DVD.

What strikes me is that there is no actual competitor within the same price range here in Sweden. I visited one of the local retailers and they still try to sell the old G73 with the 5870 graphic for $3850 USD incl vat in store. The same model can be bought for $1800 USD online. Alienware M15x by Dell is sold for $2000 USD (Intel Core i3, 3GB internal memory, 512MB GT240M) and it is an older computer with not the same punch.

I haven't found any real alternative for the G53 here in Sweden. The new G73 with i7 will retail for $2850 USD and the G53 w i5 will retail at $1850 USD incl vat. Its a thousand dollar difference between G53 w i5 and G73 w i7.

Now to my question. The G53 for $1850 USD will be a huge boost for my games if you compare it to my two year old pavilion with the GT9600 card. The difference in price between a G53 with i5 and DVD vs one with i7 and Bluray will probably be $300-400 USD (just a guess, it could be more).

I don't need the bluray. I already have three bluray players in the house so I don't need another one that I have to pay extra for.

Will I actually notice a difference in my causal gaming with a G53 with a 7i core compared to the G53 i5 or is it just a measured difference? (example - 5% improved fps from 40 fps to 42 is not a major improvement to me)

I will probable buy a new portable in 3-4 years anyway so picking the latest version and pay extra for it is not in my interest. I would like to have a good portable gaming computer for 2-3 years, then I think I can buy a new one for $2000 USD again.

Will the G53 w i5 be ok for my needs you think or is it a huge improvement in my casual game play to go from i5 to i7 that it really is a must to pay extra for the upgrade?

Long story...puh....

 

The short answer: No, no huge improvement.

For the longer answer. Many of the dual cores (i5) run can run just as fast as the quad cores (i7) when running single or double threaded applications. Even in situations where the i7 is going to give you more processing heft, you'll likely run into video card bottlenecks before your processor starts slowing you down significantly.

If you were a hardcore gamer running the newest games and wanting to squeak out every possible fps, the i7 would clearly be the best way to go. But for casual gaming, older games, or games not running at max settings you wont notice a significant difference between the processors.

 

Hey guys, I've got a question about the wireless card.. Is stock card fine or upgrade is necessary choice? (In that case, which card you recommend?)

 

Upgrade is a must, if you use ur wireless connectivity a lot. I'd rec the 6200, only 35 bucks

 

Thanks for the fast answer. I do think the G53 i5 w DVD is at a bargain price for the $1850 USD. There is nothing in the same price range here in Sweden.

WEBHALLEN.com - Asus G53JW-SZ154V - i5 460M / 4GB / 500GB / 15.4" TFT / GF GTX 460M / DVD / BT / Win7 HP

 

Sorry, I just have to say that the HP laptops doesn't have the so call superb quality as it seems. Certainly I do not want an laptop that fails during my computer simulation labs.

Laptop reliability survey: ASUS and Toshiba win, HP fails -- Engadget

 

Waiting for it!


@Gentech, XoticPC, PowerNotebook, <anyotherreseller>:: Any of you have any numbers of how much notebooks are you getting this time (second shipment)?
All info i have is that it's gonna be "huge", but that is just a matter of perspective...

 

Not yet, they are arriving on Thursday and we will know then. After this shipment the next one is not until the end of November.

 

I meant currency wise. And the free upgrade to 8GB is still listed on GenTech.

 

Yes, I wouldn't say its cheap by any means, but compared to the other prices you posted you will certainly be getting a lot more for your money.

 

We are also offering the Free upgrade to 8GB while supplies last.

 

Ok.. thanks for fast reply..

Okey guys, this is it.. I have been deciding for G73jw since its launch, but finally, I haven't money for that, so I'm gotta go with G53. I hope this choice isn't stupid at all. I'm really full of doubts. But I have to do the step forward and I really hate the waiting on the money for G73 so..

I will go with xoticpc with following configuration

i7 740QM, GTX460M, 8GB RAM, 750+500GB 7.2k RPM HDD, IC thermal paste upgrade, Cobalt blue light mod,DVD optical drive, Intel N6200 wireless card and back up disc.. for 1637 USD

It should be great if you'll have any advices, recommendations etc This is gonna be my first gaming laptop so I'm scarred a little bit, so every positive reaction is very welcome

 

You can send me PM regarding the international order and payment.

Free upgrade to 8GB RAM is now for every orders.

 

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Yeah, upgrading the wireless is a surefire way to go. I'm also getting the second hard drive! TWINS!
Don't have doubts about the G53. The temperatures run a little higher than the G73, this is true, but it basically is a smaller G73. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

 

Any chance of me getting one from the second shipment if I order it today? Do international wire transfer eligible for 3% discount?

 

I don't really think you need to pay 75 for paste and 15 for the backup disc, kinda useless since you could burn ur own backup disc and there hasn't been any information about how much paste brings down temps

 

Feel free to PM me and i can share more specifics with you

 

lol my SSDs arrive in the mail, and i was like YES! and then i stared at them for awhile cause i didn't have anything else to do with them, no laptop =(

 

Well.. about the recovery.. how long does it takes? Because I don't wanna spend my first hours with new notebook burning recovery discs
Anyway, about the paste, you are right.. Is there someone, who can say, what is the temp. difference with paste/without in G53 (Justin,Ken...? )

 

According to BTOTech's YouTube comments it does not make any difference.

 

Wow.. that's wierd.. Any other experience with repasting and following effectivity?

 

Dont need to call MGM to make a Movie

just a simple VIDEO is what all want to see
with some games would be nice

 

According to G73 owners that repasted it certainly does.
There were some members that had there temps in the high 90's and even 100+ that after a reapplication of a good quality thermal paste reduced temps alot.
I think BTOtech is just sick and tired of opening up laptops to repaste because it basically requires you take the whole laptop apart.

 

i7 is more future prooof. I'd recommend getting it if you plan on having your laptop for a couple years.

Why not order from a US Reseller (I got mine from GenTech)? Much much cheaper.

I find Europeans are getting grossly ripped off by their local stores ...grossly doesn't even cut it as a word to use in this case. Minus the UK (which is charged about 10-15% more), the majority of Europe and Aussies are getting nailed for x2-3 the price of a US unit! That's criminal. Just order from the US imo. If I lived in Sweden, I'd seriously gather a protest rally infront of government offices if technology is priced like that allover your country.

 

G73JH or G73JW ... I think it is well known that Asus shall we say didn't do the best job with the G73JH thermal compound. I think those successes are just because the repaste was making a better connection than the stock compound and maybe Asus has learned their lesson.
At least I hope so :wink:

Nevertheless it would be nice to see more than just one reseller telling us their repaste experience.

 

Not speaking for the G53, but for other gaming laptop models I was browsing a couple months ago, I saw that IC7 compound brought down the temp by up to -10c. I'm not sure if that works the same on all gaming laptops, though.

I can tell you right now that the G53JW seems perfectly fine without getting it pasted (for those who are buying the G53JW). I've had:
- WoW (Ultra)
- SC2 Downloading
- 10 FireFox Tabs
- FL Studio
- Adobe Audtion
- Disc copying information onto my drive
- MSN

and a few other things all at once and it does not break a sweat.

 

Buy a cooler for 5 bucks and call it a day

 

I would like to, but we are used to always pay much more for products. I bought some new converse for my daughters, in NY they costed $30 USD on sale, in Sweden they cost at least $100-120 USD...for one pair of standard converse. The price difference is silly.

 

I ordered my G53JW with the optional IC7 as well because of previous research, but I think I'll cancel this option. Especially as it might be a bit tricky sending it to Asus UK/Germany for warranty work with modified thermal compound even if it was done by one of the well known resellers

Has anyone any experience with such case (non-stock thermal compound & warranty work carried out by Asus directly) ???

 

lol try adding 25% tax and duty on top of the US price. And additional shipping cost. And the extra wait.
And not to talk about all the extra benefits you get from buying from local stores.

 

Not to mention an American keyboard layout for a German user

 

You are getting used to it faster than you think. It is just a couple of ASCII codes on the US or UK keyboard. I even caught myself couple of times punching in ASCII codes when using a German layout :confused2:

It's as easy as driving on the wrong side of the road *cough*

 

Even after 25% tax and duty, the US price is still better.

If the G73 is 3850$ USD in Sweden and 1749$ USD USA, factor in 25% tax/duty:

1749$ USD + 437.25$ USD (25%) + 150$ USD (S/H) =
2336.25$ USD.

3850.00$ - 2336.25$ = 1513.75$ USD Savings

Even if it comes with an US Keyboard, with the 1513.75$ USD saved, just buy a Swedish one for 50$ ...

There are no "Extra Benefits" by buying a G73 in Sweden. So what, you have to wait an extra week to get it delivered? Big deal ...I can't believe you're trying to justify those prices.

 

Just for you:

Flickriver: Most interesting photos from I Love Unicorns pool

 

I'm seeing Xoticpc's price for the G53 Lowest and with free 8GB upgrade?

 

"It shipped, make some noise. " - Ken !!!!!!!!!!!!!!



"Scheduled Delivery: 28-October-2010 "



I'm speechless!

Thanks alot Ken!!! You Da Best!

 

The G73 does not cost $3850. Where on earth did you find that number?

A G73 from Sweden with an I7 cost $2500. You get other versions around $2000. Which means it cost $200 more to buy it in Sweden.

And there is a lot of benefits to buy from a local store in Sweden. I live in Norway and we have the same stores and laws, so i should know.

- Accidental damage warranty. For an extra small amount you get 3 years of ADW and you get the whole laptop replaced. No questions asked. Asus Accidental Damage Warranty is only for USA and Canada.
The stores have made deals with certified hardware repair shops that repair your laptop a lot faster than Asus own repair centers if an accident did occur.
- Return policies. If you are unsatisfied with the product you can return it for a FULL REFUND here in Sweden within 7 to 14 days. If you purchased the laptop from Gentech or Xotic, you have to atleast pay the shipping back. Here in Sweden you get the money the same day you deliver it, and it only takes you a few hours. If you want to return it to Gentech or Xotic, the whole process takes a long time.

 

Congrats man! Now hoping mine ships soon!

 

Congrats! /cheers

That's awesome news. 3-D review INC?!?!?!

 

Hello Henry,

Thank you for taking the time to contact ZAGG and for your interest in protecting your Asus G53 laptop with an invisibleSHIELD. Currently, each invisibleSHIELD is designed with the utmost precision to the exact standard of each device for which they are made to protect. ZAGG does not, at this time, accept custom designed invisibleSHIELDs, nor do we explicitly plan on producing an invisibleSHIELD design for your device. However, due to the changing demand for certain invisibleSHIELD designs, this is certainly liable to change. To be aware of our most current invisibleSHIELD designs, please check ZAGG.com on a regular basis.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any other questions.

All the best,
--
Cameron Leishman

 

Lol...


Thank you for your interest in our invisibleSHIELD! Our design team is continuously working on new invisibleSHIELD designs and they will be readily available once our design team has completed a design for other devices such as the Asus G53-JW A1. If we do make an invisibleSHIELD for the Asus G53-JW A1 in the future it will be posted directly on our website.

 

At least you tried.

Hmm, have you guys sent e-mails anywhere else? I know we're waiting for Ebay thing ...hopefully that works out.

It's going to be very difficult to find one that works! Arghhh

Not sure why companies aren't hoping on the G53/3D custom made shields because it's almost a requirement with every laptop purchase lol

 

Yeah, the only thing that scares me that it is made for outdoor use, so the adhesive is going to be some powerful stuff... I'm gana try it on small area on my old laptop before I go anywhere... It shipped today, but without any tracking, so I'm guessing it will not make it on time with my laptop... and I know this weekend I'll be moving it alot.

Because it's such a tiny consumer base, that's why you'll see more MacBook protectors than anything else... there is only 3 of them (13,15,17?) and the design/size doesn't change every year (meaning it's cheap to research and develop, its cost effective)... so it will be purchased by a whole Lotta people....

Thanks... no idea what "INC?!?!?!" is exactly.

 

I live in Brazil, and doing the maths a G53 will cost me about U$ 2700:

Asus G53JW: U$1500

US Postal Service: U$ 130

Brazillian Importation taxes (60%, higher than any other place in the world): U$ 900

Brazillian Postal Service: U$ 100

Converting it to Real:: R$ 4590, wich is the average price for a gamming laptop with half of the power G53 has.

If you guys think your laptop is overpriced.. things could be worse.. you could live here