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    Monitor output/Resolution Query about G751 980M

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by nido23, Jul 22, 2015.

  1. nido23

    nido23 Notebook Geek

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    First, my goal is to play games, especially racing games.

    Now, I have a G751 w/ 970M (I purchased while working locally) but now that I work overseas, I plan to buy one with 980M, but I am now choosing between Alienware 17 with 980M or ASUS G751 with 980M.

    Alienware 17 gives me a sure shot with a triple monitor setup or with High Def gaming if I purchase a graphics amplifier w/ a 980ti down the line but I am thinking to give the ROG G751 a chance because I want the build quality and silence of the ROG G751, and Alienware is way overpriced here in Qatar while the G751 980M is not.

    #1.) I plan to buy 2 monitors or maybe 3 (thru VGA), with 1080p and use it for nVidia Surround Gaming, will it be possible to output to 2-3 monitors for gaming using the G751 980M. (I have no external monitor right now so I haven't tried doing any media output to my current G751 970M).

    #2.) Are frame-rates playable if I game using a Triple Monitor @ 5760 x 1080p or Single 3440 x 1440p.
    (Because I believe that 980M is not that much different from a 980 and hence, I think it can handle these resolutions, but that's why I'm asking because somebody might have a specific answer to my question.

    #3.) Should I just wait for a 1080M and see if it promises a more reliable solution to my needs.

    Thanks in advance to anybody helping me!
     
  2. Meaker@Sager

    Meaker@Sager Company Representative

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    I'd suggest a single 2880x1440 monitor as triple 1080p display is going to be a bit much for a single 980M. The 980 desktop can't really do that either. You really need a titan class card to do that better.

    The next gen is likely going to be closer to the full chip being unlocked but still wont be able to do what you want.
     
  3. Kevin@GenTechPC

    Kevin@GenTechPC Company Representative

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    Depends on the title you are playing as well as resolution used, you should be able to play most of titles via 3x 1080P monitors with reduced visual quality.
     
  4. nido23

    nido23 Notebook Geek

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    Thanks for your replies.

    Is it possible to output upto 2 or 3 monitor using the ASUS G751 while gaming ala nVidia surround?

    I guess my best bet will be an alienware then purchase a graphics amp with a 980ti.
     
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    Yes it is possible, I meant it's been done, but with reduced visual quality.
    You will be able to figure out the best configuration for your setup.
     
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    Did Asus leave that option in the vbios? I know it does not have optimus but have not personally plugged in the external monitor and checked the option is left open:

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