ASUS G50VT-X5 Screen option?

I bought my son this laptop a few weeks ago for his school. I am also a owner of Alienware laptops, and just wanted to know if Asus allow any LCD screen upgrades. The 15.6 with WXGA 1366x768 is kinda weird. I guess i'm just used to 17" with 1920x1200 res. Just wondering if Asus allow an upgrade like AW. A 1440x900 would be a nice upgrade! Hope someone can help. Thanks!

 

Asus won't replace the screen for you, so you'll have to do that yourself. Doing so shouldn't void your warranty either. I've posted the disassembly guide HERE, so take a gander to see what you'll be getting into before purchasing a new screen.

 

Thank you so much! It was way more info than I expected! Now, just looking for an LCD that would fit the bezel of the ASUS.

 

alien let me know if you find something that fits the x5

 

Would there be a decrease in gaming performance with a higher resolution/larger screen?

 

Only if you run your games at the native resolution. However, you can always play in a lower res format.

 

Can some please tell me what replacement screen with a higher resolution would fit the X1? Thanks!

 

The only screen/parts that would knowingly fit the X1 and X5 would be that of the other G50V series such as the B1 X6 etc etc. There is a 16:10 1680x1050 screen, bezel and parts that came with those models.

If your looking for other answers there are probably only a hand ful of people who know what panels would be workable.

 

Do you know what website I can find some info on some possible screens? Thanks

Update: Will this one work?

http://www.screentekinc.com/Asus_G50V--15.4-inch--1680x1050-wsxgaplus-laptop-lcd-screen.shtml

or is it this one?

http://www.screentekinc.com/Asus_G50VM-DP01--15.6-inch--1680x1050-wsxgaplus-laptop-lcd-screen.shtml

 

im also looking to upgrade my x1's lcd screen

any updates?

Prism1039, those models are labeled to work the 15.4" version of the g50vt, would they also fit for the 15.6" case? and would the G50VM work for our g50vt?

 

I e-mailed the companies but they didn't reply back. Maybe you should try.

 

http://www.lcds4less.com/chi_mei-lcd-parts.shtml

All of the 15.6 inchers should fit. the last 15.6 inch one is a 1920x1080.

 

i dont get how this 15.6" screen can be WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050)
http://www.screentekinc.com/Asus_G50VM-DP01--15.6-inch--1680x1050-wsxgaplus-laptop-lcd-screen.shtml

is this correct?

 

I would call and confirm. All of these 3rd party sites are confusing. I called and confirmed the 1920x1080 screen.
Nice find on that reso though, I would def jump on it if it is in fact 15.6

Normally 1680x1050 would be 15.4

 

1920x1080 screen seems legit, but the matte finish is kind of turning me away.

 

Yea it's what stopped me from getting it. On monday I'll gladly call for the screen you posted to see if it's legit or not. The gloss screen is def a way to go.

 

i called into lcd4less and screentek and none of them have the 1920x1080 in stock.

they have no idea when it will come in.

Should i wait and try out this screen or sould i just sell my x1 and go for the x6?

 

Bumping for more info and/or update.

 

Keep in mine that 15.4 = 16:10 and 15.6 = 16:9. So no, 15.4 and 15.6 will not have the same resolutions. Depending on how the bracket and bolting system work in the G50, its a gamble to change sizes. So if you have 15.6, get a 15.6.

The 1080p on the 15.6 being tiny is actually keeping me from getting the G51. I would love to see a 1600x900 screen.

 

According to everest my panel (15.6" 1366x768) is a Chi Mei brand panel.

 

To make sure the new screen fits your laptop, keep these things in mind:

1. Screen size (diagonal)
2. Aspect ratio (width-to-height)
3. Backlight technology & (if there is one) inverter cable
4. Video cable

1) Obviously, you have a 15.6" screen so you'll want to get that if possible, though it depends on what the bezel & case of your laptop is like.

2) 1366x768 means an aspect ratio of 16:9 or 1.78. So to make sure the new screen has the same aspect ratio, look for these resolutions (links show some example screens):

• 1920 x 1080, 15.6 inch
• 1680 x 945, 15.6 inch
• 1600 x 900, 15.6 inch

There are also some lower than 1366x768, but I'm guessing that's not what you want anyway.

3) As far as the backlight goes, the 15.6" laptop screens I've come across have either 1 CCFL backlight or have an LED backlight. With the former, there's an inverter cable which powers the fluorescent light; with the latter, there's not. If there's an inverter cable, it's usually one of two types: "standard connector" or "toshiba connector" ... whichever company you call, ask them for details. If you give them the part # from the back of your current screen, they should be able to tell you what connector you have. (again, if applicable; if it's an LED backlight, none of this is an issue)

4) Lastly, the video cable. These are actually pretty standard, but it's something you'll want to ask about. Again, when you call the screen company, simply tell them the part # from the back of your current screen, and they should know the rest.

Good luck to you!

 

Man I'm really interested in hearing a successful switch of a screen from this laptop.

 

Is it possible to convert a CCFL-backlit laptop into an LED-backlit one?

 

Hey, it's not possible. You would need a new mobo

source: http://www.screencountry.com/index....by=topic&display_topic=&edit_language=English

I'm in the same boat as you guys and considering getting a samsung replacement. same resolution but that isn't my main concern with this screen. It's got terrible contrast, color, and viewing angle. It's almost impossible to play darker games without cranking up the brightness. what was asus thinking? don't say cutting costs because look at this...

http://www.screencountry.com/index.php?section=products&part_number=LTN156AT01

that's a samsung screen for the same price as my current one...

http://www.screencountry.com/index.php?section=products&part_number=B156XW01 V.0


Stay away from AUO! anyway if anyone's successfully upgraded their screen id love to hear about it. I'm still looking but pretty set on that sammy. cant go wrong with em..

heres my thread

http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?p=5534360#post5534360

 

I was thinking about getting a screen from screen country, and upgrading the resolution while I was at it. Do you think the G50vt-X1/X5 would be compatible with a 16:10 screen for the G50vt-A1 etc series?

I was going to go for a glossy 1680x1050:
http://www.screencountry.com/index.php?section=products&model=G50VT&brand=ASUS&size=

The bezel is here:
http://estore.asus.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=4922&catid=606