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    Asus G751 coming with Maxwell GTX 980M and GTX 970M

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by Cloudfire, Sep 19, 2014.

  1. lewlewz02

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    I hope this is real, i registered just to leave my comment of excitement.
    Pre-ordered as soon as i saw the link up on amazon, its my birthday this month going to have to treat myself even though most of my salary this month is gone :D
     
    lewlewz02, Oct 6, 2014
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    Ohh, please let us know how the new laptop performs - video or photos are VERY welcome!
     
    SoulMisaki, Oct 6, 2014
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    hmm.. i can't see any ips displays on the models..
     
    Kaozm, Oct 7, 2014
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    That's quite pricy, I was hoping for around GBP 1200 for 970m model. Maybe the price will go down a bit within 2 or three months...
     
    stetzen, Oct 7, 2014
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    We sometimes will see alternate models get released slightly later that will be lower in price. There isnt anything we know of right now, but with all previous generation models they have done that.
     
    Support.3@XOTIC PC, Oct 7, 2014
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  8. SoulMisaki

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    Speaking of those options, looks like I'm getting the JT-DH72:

    g751.png

    Let me know when you get it in at Xotic PC, Hutsady.
     
    SoulMisaki, Oct 7, 2014
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  9. Nyceis

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    Does anyone know what brand of touchpad is in the G751 series?
     
    Nyceis, Oct 7, 2014
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  10. Narpa

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    ASUS ROG Nordic:

    Say hello to the all new ASUS ROG G751. It features the extremely impressive GTX 970/980M (+5% OC with TurboMaster) and Intel Core i7 (with XTU OC support). The thermal solution is comprised of separate modules for the CPU and GPU, making sure that it will never throttle or be noisy. It will be available in a wide range of configurations starting from next week.
     
    Narpa, Oct 7, 2014
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    Nordic, cool! literally...

    I have a bad feeling that cheapest model will be here in Finland around 1600€, perhaps Swedish Webhallen retailing slightly cheaper... Wonder what happened that JM or 741 or whatever 860M model?

    They advertise it's heat management as "improved" and "upgraded intelligent cooling". Makes me wonder what way they have, if any, improved it since latest 750 batch. Does anyone know?
     
    anttik09, Oct 7, 2014
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    I actually do find Finland's price for this laptops quite reasonable. If you compare with other awful laptops in Finland, it is a perfect deal and there is only 100€ difference between 880m and 870m GPU models. I have G750JZ with upgraded SSD and Ram from Verkkokauppa and I would like to sell it actually after 3 months using since I fell in love with G751 :)
     
    PredatoR_TR, Oct 7, 2014
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    Soulmisaki,

    You are one of the reasons I finally made an account, thanks for all the information and questions you are asking / answering!
    The prices on the picture, are they in USA currenty or Canadian currenty?
     
    Zaza164, Oct 7, 2014
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  14. SoulMisaki

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    First of all, thank you~!

    Secondly, they are most likely in US dollars. Knowing Asus, they may release Canadian variations on those models - with CA instead of DH at the end - with Canadian prices. Usually though, it's better to buy from the states, if the exchange rate is good enough. (I personally have my orders shipped to a depot just across the border, where I pick it up and drive back.)
     
    SoulMisaki, Oct 7, 2014
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    Some US resellers offer support for Canadian owners too :)
     
    Meaker@Sager, Oct 7, 2014
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  16. SoulMisaki

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    I might just order from you guys actually, since you give active member discounts - do you suggest I email you or message you here on NBR to set that up? (I'm getting excited!)
     
    SoulMisaki, Oct 7, 2014
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    n1ghtfallz, Oct 7, 2014
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    Use the email in my signature or call us, either works.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Oct 7, 2014
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    nohaybanda, Oct 7, 2014
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    Some in built overclocking is interesting. I'm itching to give the cards a proper going over :)
     
    Meaker@Sager, Oct 7, 2014
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  21. OgNat

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    I'd most likely go with the JT-CH1 model since the SSD is the only difference. I have a 512 SSD in my current G73 and just most it over. I'm so glad I've waited to update my aging G73.
     
    OgNat, Oct 7, 2014
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  22. JinKizuite

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    The lower VRAM is seriously putting me off a purchase now. Someone comfort me and tell me it's all going to be okay. :'(
     
    JinKizuite, Oct 8, 2014
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  23. l34sh

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    It's still incredibly unclear as to which models are the "slim" versions and which are the "gaming" versions. Asus's webpage doesn't mention anything. The preorder pages from different sites show "slim" version in front pictures and "gamer" version in back pictures.
    Does anyone have any idea which models are which?
     
    l34sh, Oct 8, 2014
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  24. ZerockX

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    980m is fatty one, the other is 970m.
     
    ZerockX, Oct 8, 2014
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    I was in your position until i realize in shame that Ram does share its memory for vram, so yes everything will be perfect.
     
    ZerockX, Oct 8, 2014
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    Source for this info?
    Because this and this say otherwise.
     
    l34sh, Oct 8, 2014
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    That's to bad, I live outside the US (I live in Europe). Buying the laptop in Canada and shipping it to me is actually cheaper for me.. Exchange rate being Eu (1,00) - CAD (1,41) atm.
    I'm probably going for the GTX 970 model since I want to spend as less money as possible.
     
    Zaza164, Oct 8, 2014
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    Hii am new to this forum. I wanted to ask, I am interested with the notebooks with nvidias 900m GPUs, as maxwell gives you get more efficiency. So will you be able to buy laptops in the beginning of 2015 with nvidia 980m with a core m u broadwell CPU? Thanks. I would think that it would most power efficient. But I'm not sure if that pair is possible? Because 14nm CPU with 28nm gpu?. Thanks. Sorry if this is a stupid question
     
    faisaldante23, Oct 8, 2014
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  29. ZerockX

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    It's a common confusing. They using that picture for every G751 advertising, It did happen with the G750. It's a tradition of G75x series that different card have different body.
     
    ZerockX, Oct 8, 2014
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    The thing is Core M is for tablet and ultrabook, basicly it's not the type of CPU that used in gaming laptops. The Broadwell that you're waiting for will arrive much later, somewhere mid 2015. And 14nm cpu with 28nm gpu is ok.
     
    ZerockX, Oct 8, 2014
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  31. ronferri

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    What model will keep the 980M cooled the most under heavy load? The GT72 Dominator ? Or the new Asus G751?

    Big difference in temps and noise?
     
    ronferri, Oct 8, 2014
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    bmhbmh, Oct 8, 2014
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  33. praetorianx

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    So, no IPS displays and Optimus...... What did I miss???
     
    praetorianx, Oct 8, 2014
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  34. SoulMisaki

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    SoulMisaki, Oct 8, 2014
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    Retailers should update their informaiton. None of them say IPS on the sales pages...

    Also, how much does the height dimension change from the models? On the specs page it goes from .9-1.7" where as the g750 went from .7-2.3," which seem like massive ranges.
     
    darealsunny, Oct 8, 2014
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    SoulMisaki, Oct 8, 2014
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    No worries. Thanks for taking the time to reply.

    There is actually a machine which does have 4k and GTX970m. KillerInstinct pointed it out to me on another thread:
     
    bmhbmh, Oct 8, 2014
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  39. Zaza164

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    As far as I know, the MSI GS60 has a lot of cooling problems. (temps up to 105 C)
     
    Zaza164, Oct 8, 2014
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  40. ronferri

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    the real question is, which is more silent under load? the MSI GT72 or the ASUS G751?
     
    ronferri, Oct 8, 2014
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    It will be G751. Again. No doubt about that.
     
    praetorianx, Oct 8, 2014
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    Asus is pretty hard to beat in that regard, if noise is your top concern then the Asus takes it.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Oct 8, 2014
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    I should have just waited instead of buying my G750JH 10 months ago.

    I'm gonna cry... this GTX 980m GPU is PHENOMENAL.
     
    FIGHTYARD, Oct 8, 2014
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    10 months is enough time :) I bought my MSI with 780m a year ago and I do not regret it!

    Remember that OCing can give you 880m performance which is still powerful and close to 970m :D
     
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    Are you aware of the MSI GT72 cooling architecture? it has 2 fans, thick heatsinks, an extra copper pipe, and dual exhausts just like the Asus G750. The pre-maxwell versions had very close noise levels under load, it was a close call in all the reviews with the 880M. I'm curious what makes you so decisive about it?

    Yes, given a 980M, cooling, noise and price are what close the deal for me. Asus G751 or MSI GT72?
     
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    Lol so far all laptop ads looks so cheap, except the Macs. Why they spend so little in marketing for their important products? =/
     
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  49. CurrentlyPissed

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    Do we know when retailers should start receiving these? I just placed a pre-order with GenTech
     
    CurrentlyPissed, Oct 8, 2014
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    I'll probably wait until the boxing day deals come around before buying my next computer - until then, I'll keep an eye out for any machines that may be comparable to the G751 at the same / a lower price.
     
    SoulMisaki, Oct 8, 2014
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