Asus G750 Officially Announced

I was under the impression that AUO B173H01 V.4 can still be easily bought on ebay, but just did a search and can't find it. Odd. Thank god I still had the one in my Clevo to swap in the Asus. On that note, the matte chimei which is now in my Clevo is not horrible like people say, just looks odd to my eyes as I haven't used a matte screen in 6 years.

 

Xoticpc announced that they have the Asus G750JH in stock now.

 

Xoticpc had them available on there site with numerous screen options just to let you know but I don't see the option for the 3D screen

 

Yes, I saw that the JH was posted up today. I was getting ready to make my order, but now I am researching screen options. I want the higher color gamut screen, but I don't know the refresh rate or what model/version the screen is. Here are Xotic's options:

I've been reading through this thread from back in 2011:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/sag...etween-different-screen-options-photos-1.html

They were talking about the AUO B173HW01 V.4 (matte) and V.7 (glossy) being the best upgrades there are, but keep in mind this was mid-2011. Supposedly something better was coming along around May of '12, but it was never clearly stated. Last post was in July of 2013 where someone said the V.4 was discontinued, but still able to be found.


So... question time. What are the "top end" screens, both matte and glossy, that we can put in the G750's? Are all these screens 120Hz? Do they just have the one ribbon cable or two? Why is it so fun to punch babies?

 

3D screen required different mainboard with 3D emitter connector which is not available in US.

 

The problem matte screen I believe was CMO1720. You can check in device manager under display to see what screen you have. The screen it was replaced with was a CMO1726, which is the glossy version which is very nice. They are both made by Chi Mei. It is interesting that complaints about that screen go back to the G75, and Asus is still using it??? It is certainly not because it is a matte screen, because the other two matte screens on my desk right now do not have the graininess of the CMO1720, but reduce glare just as well. My guess is that since both Asus and Chi Mei are both Tawinese, that has something do do with it (maybe chi mei buys Asus computers in return, or some other silly reason). You have to think that people at Asus read these forums, and it is clear from the overall high quality of the machine that they are not looking for the cheapest parts, so there must be another reason that they continue to use the screen besides price. But considering how quick the tech put in my new screen, fixing the problem should be as easy as buying a CMO1726 and putting it in yourself. I saw a dealer selling it online for $99, so these are not expensive at all. And if you figure that you should be able to sell the used screen for maybe $50, there is no reason to put up with the screen if you are not happy with it.

 

Not too bad.

Test-Update Asus G750JH-T4080H Notebook - Notebookcheck.com Tests

 

Can't wait to see the temps with XoticPC copper cooling upgrade and ic daimond added!

Love the silence....

 

Just placed my order last night!

I went with the 90% color gamut gloss screen. They said there is no 3D screen offered

 

You can overclock the internal display though to go above 60fps at least.

 

To all the people planning on buying a G750 and do not like the grainy/smudgy dirty look of the anti-glare matte panel then you guys should grab it from xoticpc since they are offering a FHD glossy 72% color gamut upgrade for only $35 bucks.

 

Anyone whom is wanting the JH with 3D screen will have to wait, like me. (US)

But you will be rewarded with the "best" version!

 

That's what I'm doing as well. I'll give it a month or so to see if the 120hz screen is coming stateside, then make my decision.

 

I think it's worth the wait myself, especially paired with the 780M.

 

Hello! I'm interested in buying the G750JH just to play one game which is an MMO called Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn. The thing is i want to know how much this laptop will score in the game benchmark using a screen resoultion of 1920 x 1080 in standard laptop settings and high laptop settings. The benchmark can be found in the following link:
FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn Official Benchmark (Character Creation)

Thanks in advance!!

 

In Germany, JX and JW have been available since June, and JH since August. Still no 3D screens for any models, and no ETA. Just FYI.

 

G750JW doesn't have the option of having 120hz 3D display.

 

Yes asus is keeping that option for the JH only.

Does not really look available anywhere just now.

 

Since I created that thread, the fabled "better" screens which were rumored never came to fruition. The B173HW01 V.4 (glossy) is still the highest gamut 17.3" screen available, and it's simply beautiful if you don't mind reflections. The B173HW01 V.7 doesn't win in contrast ratio, having a typical of just 600:1, but it's a vibrantly colored matte screen, and still ranks among the best.

 

^Thanks for updating us. I do not know the screen model/version offered from XoticPC, but I did go with the 90% gamut w/ glossy screen upgrade. I asked the guy if he had much experience with the screen and if it was a worthwhile upgrade and he said it definitely is. Now I just wait....

 

Extremely High with highest settings (didn't even bother with standard test) Can't remember the score, but 12k+ comes to mind

My JH dosen't even think twice about this game which I play alot of. Never seen the Frames drop below 40 (in crazy crowds)and it usually is sitting around 60 and has gone to 70+ in "quiet" areas. Looks fantastic on the matte screen as well

Also the fan sound is pretty quiet. About as loud as my old GT60 when Idle, but pumping out serious frame rates

 

Thank you very much for your help!!!

 

Actually 3D option is not only restricted to JH model. I am in India and we have an option of Asus G750JX with a 3D panel. Its funny because that's the only configuration that we can get here. [I was going to put a link of the reseller, but as a newbie I am not sure if that's allowed here in the forum.]
This appears to be a case of country specific SKU's. God I miss the customization options that you guyz have there.

 

Wrong.

Plenty of JX are selling with 120Hz screens. Just in very, very few countries for whatever reason.

 

Also in italy the g750JX CV038H (the only configuration available here) has 3D and a 120 Hz monitor

Inviato dal mio Galaxy Nexus con Tapatalk 2

 

Hey guys I was about to drop the bomb on purchasing the ASUS G750JH from XOTICPC but realized that even with the 72% Matte screen gamut, the screen refresh rate would still only be 60hz. Would the 120hz screen upgrade really be a significant upgrade or should I just stick with my original purchase?

 

I went with the optional 90% gamut screen. I spoke with Derek and he said it is definitely a worthwhile upgrade. Still not 120Hz, but it will look nice.

As for 3D, when these screens finally come out, will an upgrade be as simple as swapping out the panel, or is there more to it?

 

The glossy 90% NTSC screen is beautiful, it has colors I never thought you would see on a screen! My bro has it on his N76VZ. (best if you want the most colors)

The glossy 3D screen will give you the 120hz which is unbeatable for FPS also great brightness and colors! I have 120hz on my S27A950D. (great on colors and smooth)

If you don't have the money, then the 72% NTSC screen is a great option for $35.

The 3D 120hz screen is non transferable. You can not upgrade to it from what I understand, because it needs a different motherboard, back-lighting, and emitter. (missing hardware)

 

Well...omg, someone out there has laid their hands on the fabled legendary unicorn: (asus G750JH/w 3D screen)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3q1XBkR1VY Enjoy!

 

I also deciding between matte and glossy but i heard glossy has crazy reflections which seems to be an issue for me. Would the matte 72% not be a good choice?

 

Correct and the mainboard are all the same except where they solder the connector:

 

Now I'm quite close to buying a G750JH. I've got one more question concerning dual boot Win8/Linux: As long as I don't touch the partition with Win 8 on it, can I change the other partitions as I wish during installation of Linux? Is there anything I should consider?

 

The same pinout on the PCB, interesting they need to use a different header.

 

Here is a detail guide about dual boot Win8 and Linux:

How to dual-boot Windows 8 and Linux

 

Thank you very much! Looks like it's no big deal, in principle. But should I need to reinstall Windows 8 using the recovery function, will it possibly undo the repartitioning, erasing Linux, that is, really restoring the very factory default, or will it just reinstall Windows 8 on a selected partition? I have no idea how recovery functionality in notebooks looks like nowadays.

 

you could solder in a header but there will be traces which are not conected .... someone has to investigate this .... high res scans of a 3d mainboard would help for sure...

 

I tried and have resoldered screen Connector on g73sw from 3D to 2D Place. It did not worked. Actually screen got recognised but it didnt displayed or got backlight on. I found that screen got recoginsed when I Connected external screen via vga port and checked wit HWinfo.
After that I found many small Component missing around Connector when I have compared both 3D and 2D motherboards.
I asume it is same with g750 models to.

 

Notebookcheck review of G750JH is up (in German)

Test-Update Asus G750JH-T4080H Notebook - Notebookcheck.com Tests

 

Are you using the right cable? They may have a different arangement.

 

With the G750JH, are there still problems with headphones causing hissing noises or has it been possibly solved by software updates?

 

Yes I did. 50pin contact cant be plugged in 40pin connector and vice versa. On motherboard side conectors are identical though.

 

there's a new BIOS out, version 208. It removes the throttling to the CPU when on battery power if you select performance in power4gear.

 

Hey guys, just trying to get some opinions. Curious if I should go with the Asus 750jh db71 or spend an extra grand and get a 18inch alienware with the 4800cpu and 780m sli gpu? I really dont like the fact that the asus's cpu and gpu arent upgradable. What are your thoughts, thanks.

 

No you don't need to reinstall Windows 8 using the recovery function. if you use recovery function it will take you back to where you at right now.

 

Hey guys, this is my first post on this forum.

I bought my G750JX on Friday without OS for 1250e so I think a got it for a good value.
i7 (HQ470 0), GTX 770m, 8gb of RAM, 1TB HDD (without SSD/for now), matte screen, etc...

I was really blown away with this laptop, first with its design, and then on Saturday when I installed Win7 and turned it on for the first time.
I was very sceptical about matte screen and about speakers too, and to my great surprise, both are very good, in my opinion. I didn't notice any vertical lines nor any lack of sharpness, or I'm just not that demanding user. Screen is very bright, and colours seem very good to me. Speakers with Waves MaxxAudio drivers are quite good too. Very loud, with deep and crisp sound, and without any cracking noises that I read people were complaining here about. In comparison with my old Toshiba Satellite A660 with its Harman/Kardon speakers, these (on G750) are much better.

All would be perfect if I haven't noticed one thing, and because of it, I will have to return back my G750.
When I installed OS I noticed one black line on my screen, about 3-4mm long. First I thought it will disappear when I install all the drivers and that the problem is software and not hardware, but I was wrong. Black line is still there, and it appears to me it's not because of dead pixels. It looks like it's some kind of an internal scratch.
It's not very cheep laptop, and because it's brand new, I thought it would be ridiculous for me to return it back for a service (exchanging srcreen or whatever), so I decided I'll return it back this afternoon. It wouldn't be a problem if I could take a new one today, but there isn't a single one (G750JX-T4073) at this moment, anywhere. Dealer told me there is going to be a new shipment of G750 in a 2 weeks time, but he doesn't know if there will be exact this model. So, I'll return my laptop today and pray that the new one will come in 2 weeks.

PS: Here are few pictures for you guys to see my screen problem.
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PPS: Sorry if my English isn't that good, it's not my native language.

Cheers,
Nikola

 

Not solved for JX...

 

It mainly depends upon on your needs; since you are choosing between a 17" and 18" option, mobility isn't a big factor [I assume]. Comparing performance per dollar Asus is better [agreed 780m SLI in Alienware 18 beats the hell out of the benchmarks], but Asus gives better bang for buck (if you know what I mean ) in comparison. Alienware on the other hand offers some incredible visual appeal (not to say its better than Asus's stealth fighter look, in the end it depends upon person's preference).

Agreed that Asus doesn't allow CPU & GPU upgrades like Alienware might, but Asus has re-engineered their CPU & GPU build to perform better that any other similar CPU & GPU build.
Also keep these factors in mind, that how often do you upgrade your laptop for CPU & GPU, availability of mGPUs & mCPUs (which is pretty scarce, even after months of launch) and their cost. By the time the update is really required, the price of update is nearly as much if not same as the new laptop that's available.

You might also want to checkout detailed reviews for both these latops and find out about issues, bugs, design imperfections, bios limitations etc if any.
Also do checkout Alienware Arena and Asus ROG owners forum (as they are kind of main product forums of the respective companies) to get a good idea.
Gaming wise, both will provide top notch performance.

Bottom line:

If you are really smitten by the new Alienware avatar and have money to get the SLI configuration in Alienware (Sager/Clevo does it too remember and its a little soft on the wallet), you are not going wrong choosing an Alienware.
If on the other hand if you want better acoustics and admire the stealth fighter looks, want to game getting the best performance per dollar deal, Asus here would be the right choice.

Let us know about with which system you went with and why, that will help the participants of this forum. Happy Hunting!

 

Thank you for your replies.

Interesting, thanks. Hope this is not the case should I get the JH version...

 

People have reported that static/hissing noise is caused by headphones with low impedance, a good pair of headphones should not have this issue.

Alternatively fjollon suggested another possible solution:

 

Thank you! This sounds like a nice trick. Now I'm less worried. ^^