G73jw X_1? Xa1, Xn1, Xt1?

Hey guys,

I'm a new member here but I have been reading through these forums for quite awhile. I'm looking for my 1st gaming laptop and I'm leaning towards the G73JW. I just wanted to get some info first. Which model offers the best deal? Or should I shell out the extra $300 and just get the G73JW-A1 for the extra backpack & mouse?

 

why is it the tiger direct version (G73JW-XT1) come with better specs compared to the other versions with almost the same price? Is there a catch?

 

I've been wondering the same thing, but I'm pretty sure I've pieced it together:

G73JW-A1 - Everywhere...
G73JW-XA1 - (A)mazon
G73JW-XN1 - (N)ewegg
G73JW-XT1 - (T)iger
G73JH-BST7 - Best Buy

(note the model numbers and the names of the companies match)

I think, basically, each distributor gets to customize it's own version of the same notebook. I've been wondering since the A1 is a bit beyond my price range and I haven't been able to figure out the other ones.

 

Surprisingly, the XT1 model was $100 less ($1499->$1399) for a period of time (a week or two). Great deal.

 

I believe only the A1 and A3 models come with the 8gb memory, bag/mouse, and full 2 yr warranty

 

It does look like the Tiger Direct model is the best bang for the buck. I am looking at replacing my son's Gateway FX notebook, this just may do the trick

All the models I looked at had 8mb of ram except the Best Buy version. They all have the 2 year warranty. If it was not for the lower res screen the Best Buy one would be a get deal.

I think the Amazon Version only has a one year warranty.

Anyone seen these lower than $1,400.00 besides Best Buy?

 

How do you figure that?

 

I looked at Amazon's site, it says one year warranty.

Tiger Direct is the only seller except the A1's that has a two year warranty.

Some of the differences & prices (1/2/2011) :

G73JW-A1 - Everywhere... (many different setups and prices)
G73JW-XA1 - (A)mazon $1,449.00
G73JW-XN1 - (N)ewegg $1,429.99
G73JW-XT1 - (T)iger (Only model with Blue Ray except the A1's) $1,499.99
G73JH-BST7 - Best Buy (only 6MB of Ram and 1600 x 900 res screen) The cheapest priced Model $1,199.99


Warranty Information by store:

Amazon link:
http://www.amazon.com/G73JW-XA1-Republic-Gamers-17-3-Inch-Gaming/dp/B0044BCZ0E



ASUS backs a commitment to quality with the industry’s most comprehensive warranty.

1 Year ASUS Global Warranty3

Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:
1 year global warranty
30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
2-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support

1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty (ADW)3

Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.
Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24/7 toll-free phone support

Tiger Direct link:
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicat...asp?EdpNo=6701575&csid=ITD&body=WARRANTY#tabs

2-Year Warranty, 1-Year Accidental

Newegg link:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220834

Manufacturer Warranty
Accidental Damage Warranty
1 year ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty - Drops, Fire, Spill, Surge
Parts
1 year limited
Labor
1 year limited

Best Buy link:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+-+...lack/1257894.p?skuId=1257894&id=1218243761956

Warranty Terms - Parts1 year
Warranty Terms - Labor1 year limited

 

So for $50 you get (apparently) bluray and an extra year of warranty. Maybe I'll be buying from TD instead.

 

Yep, it looks as of right now the Tiger Direct one is a pretty good deal. If the Best Buy one just had a better res, that would be awesome, I am used to 1920 x 1080, I wish I wasn't, I could save $300.00

 

Get the FHD screens, they are just better looking panels.