w90 price

Yes, after looking more carefully, I see you are correct..... that pricing is bizarre by comparison!

 

well it would be nice if the maxed out model doesn't surpass $3,000

 

3199 €? Wow that's ridiculous pricing.

 

From what I can see in those two articles, the quoted prices are for a 'maxed-out', factory pre-configured W90Vp. The only difference I see from the first-to-be-released U.S. model, is an extra 320GB HDD, and a BD-Rom. IMO, those two minor additions do not justify that kind of EURO pricing.

WOW! It will be interesting to see the outcome here......

 

Well, I found one for 2779e in Finland, due for release in april.

Sorry the website is in finish, but you should be able to understand the price and configuration.

http://www.fonepoint.fi/PublishedService?file=page&pageID=9&itemcode=W90VP-UZ014K

 

Google says today a dollar is worth .78 Euro so we're talking $2167.62 strictly by conversion.

 

almost makes me wanna send my m17 back but i can fit 4870's so i just unno its that feeling of ohhh i like that

 

Not quite sure how you arrive at that..... my calculation is 2,799. EURO = 3,573.8169 U.S., based on todays exchange rate of 1 USD = 0.7776 EUR.

The european pricing for the W90 is EXTREME!

 

Justin@XoticPC indicates they will be offering the W90, when it becomes available. Also, on a VERY positive note, they will be offering customizable versions..... i.e. quads, etc.!

 

i want it instead of my m17 almost backlight keyboard is a huge deal to

 

LOL! I know what you mean, Dude! Hey, for gaming, just plug in a trusty SaiTek, LOL!

 

The w90 looks sweet. But I seriously like the grand piano gloss of the Whitebook, with the blue light accents. Pictures really dont do the Whitebook justice.

 

Yeah, so long as you are happy, I guess that's all that should matter, right?

The W90 is pretty stylish! I am betting it's build quality is better too.

I personally will enjoy the W90's extra screen real-estate...... like my Acer 8930..... HD and Blu-Ray are AWESOME! I am also betting the W90's display will be exceptional!

 

Hope the 17" version is available with LED backlit 1920x1200 or 1920x1080 screen and Radeon 4870 for under $1.5k US. Then it would battle with the MSI GT725 and perhaps match or beat the overclocked ones.

 

Hey Hoy,

I am unaware of a W90 with backlit keyboard (I WISH!), but if you hear otherwise, please let us know.

I think Justin@XoticPC will be offering customized W90's, that will compete with any and all.

The W90 is sure to be awesome nonetheless.

 

I meant the screen. Backlit keyboard would be great too though..

 

Thanks Guy...... my eye skipped right over 'LED', and focused on 'backlit', LOL!

Oh Well!

Anyhow, I think the W90's are sure to be great!

 

that's what I'm hoping for too!

 

1. Doubt they will have an LED screen.

2. Dream on.

This notebook obviously isn't competing with the GT725, it's in a way higher league.

 

..... smart man.....but, they are referring to the 17" model of the W90 (W90V)..... which will be 17" WUXGA (1920 x 1200), and will come standard w/ ATI HD 3850, 1024MB VRAM. To get the 4870, it would probably have to come from a reseller such as XoticPC. No doubt, this model should be less than the 18.4", W90Vp. $1.5K may not be too far off the mark..... we shall see.

17" W90V SPECS: http://www.asus.com/products.aspx?l1=5&l2=25&l3=855&l4=0&model=2679&modelmenu=2

 

I'll bet a solo 4870 equipped 17" notebook with a modest processor like an MSI or M17 is around $1750.

 

I think the same could be said for the 17" model of the W90 (W90V)..... but since the factory W90V will not come 'standard' with the 4870, it will have to be custom configured as such, by a reseller.

Of the three brands, I'd gamble that the Alienware M17 will be the most costly.

 

You're absolutely right, wrong divisor, wish fulfillment run amok!

 

is there a 4GB and a single ATI Mobility HD 4870 option?

 

I would get with one of the ASUS resellers, that will be doing custom builds of the W90..... like Justin@XoticPC. They could better advise you further.

http://www.xoticpc.com/index.php

 

That's what I'm hoping for. Hoping it'll cost around $1500. What other brands are coming with the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4870 in the future?

 

Well.. I may be "dreaming" but LED backlit screens are becoming more common and ASUS is one of the manufacturers that is implementing them. I don't see what would make it so impossible to put an LED backlit screen on one of these.

As far as the 4870.. if the GT725 has the 4850 at $1350, another $150 for a 4870 and LED backlit screen doesn't seem like a tall order. Of course ASUS is generally more expensive than MSI, but midrange gaming laptops hit $1k quite a long time ago so mid-high @ $1.5k doesn't seem like a stretch..

But I will always dream on, because dreams have a way of "coming true" in the computer world.. even if it's not the W90 which fulfills.

 

I think for what you seek, it will probably have to be custom built, vice a pre-configured factory model. With this in mind, I would seek the recommendations of one of the custom builders. I am sure they will offer the 4870's in several brands.

As a enthusiast, and potential buyer myself..... for the moment, I have my eye on the W90Vp for 'most bang-for-the-buck'..... and potentially, XoticPC for my custom needs.

I think the custom builders are best suited to advise on brands, configs, pricing, and availablity. For what you are looking for, this will be their arena!

I wish you well & good luck!

 

@Hoy,
Only in their 14 - 15" Multimedia range. Notice how none of Asus' gaming line have an LED screen. The W90 is not a "mid-high" gamer, it's a "high". This is their flagship. If people can't afford it, then they'll have to go for the G71G, now third in terms of power.

They are not competing with MSI or Gateway. The W90 isn't another $1200-1300 Gaming laptop sold at Bestbuy.

You can't say that Asus can charge $1500 as it's components add up to only "$150" more than the GT725. You're not taking into account the brushed aluminum, 3 RAM slots, screen and the fact that a 4870 might actually cost more than $150 more.

 

Ooooooo...... and I do love the 'brushed aluminum', the curves, the vents, and it's lines..... and I'll bet the screen will be AWESOME!

I see it will come with a case, but I am wondering if it will fit in my Targus 617XL backpack?

 

Dear Sir,

May I please kindly ask ... "which retailer" will be the first to carry the W90 ???

and because of this prediction - "no later then 23 Feb" ... that it should be anytime now ... that we will see a w90 being owned by someone ...

 

Feb 23 prediction is in US right?

 

I sure hope so ...

as I think the US will be where the w90 will be the cheapest to own ...

 

Hmmmm...... LOL!..... I predict the second 'retailer' will be Best Buy (but not by the 23rd.)

And, yes, it could be anytime, but I predict no later than the 23rd that sales will begin.

 

Yes, U.S. ......

 

some of bestbuy's gaming laptop range are really value for money ...

I read somewhere that the sale of laptops have surpassed desktops ...

so I think this is a sign of things to come ... as more and more adopt the laptop as their platform of choice ...

 

Mobility has definitely become HUGE!

 

any chance a 4GB and single ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4870 with a medicore CPU could cost around $1500?

 

Well I guess it's possible for a W90V model..... or perhaps more in the $1700- range, but as I suggested to you earlier, for your specific needs, get with one of the custom ASUS resellers (such as XoticPC).

Here is the problem..... since the W90 has not officially released, resellers are often bound by NDA's (non-disclosure agreements)..... so they are not telling, and for now it is difficult to get an exact $ figure or release date.

The prediction I made was for a specific model (W90Vp-X1), and the date (no later than the 23 FEB 2009) was for the first ' retailer' to begin sales in the U.S.

 

My understanding is that 'XoticPC' is a USA reseller. What about other reputable resellers (preferably in Canada) that customize ASUS Laptops? There has to be other well-known companies because I don't know about you, I don't particularly feel like ordering internationally, and paying a huge shipping charge and the high possibility of an import fee for it.

 

What does customizing it have to do with anything? This thing out of the box is already in the upper level of performance. You can not customize the vga and cpu (voids warranty but some can offer it). At the moment if it ever does come out it will not be this month. Asus makes a point of it not to release product info to vendors no more then 2 weeks before release. So the answer is that is will not be this month in any quantity if EVER. They all but abbandoned their performance business class notebooks. M70 is the only thing they have larger then 14" that can even be considered close to business class and it doesnt have two import options. An extended battery and docking option.

 

These Asus notebooks do not come customizable in the way you guys are talking. Screen, GPU, CPU, RAM, it's all set in stone. Any CPU upgrades that a place like XoticPC is offering run you the full retail price of the processor and may cost you the ASUS warranty.

 

It is great for you to give us some clarification here..... Thank You, Venerable One!

I think those considering a 'customized' model, are folks with an interest in the W90, but they seek to down-grade (per se), to place it in an affordable range. This is why they are looking at the 17" model (the W90V).

Myself, my eye is on the W90Vp, and I will be seeking to upgrade..... both CPU (QX9300), and optical drive (to a Blu-Ray writer). Justin@XoticPC advises that a CPU upgrade is certainly an option, and he make not mention of it voiding warranty. Perhaps you could clarify further.... ???

As to my PREDICTION of a soon to be released W90 model, I was referring to ONE specific model (the W90Vp-X1), and ONE specific reseller..... to wit, this model will be an EXCLUSIVE.

My ' prediction' is based on an ASUS FEB Sales Sheet, which indicates this exclusive model will sell for $1,999.-, and it is ASUS whom states it's availability "No Later Than 23 Feb 2009". I am not the only one here who has looked into this...... so perhaps you yourself could take a gander. Many here are greatly anticipating the release of this model. If you find out any information to the contrary, PLEASE share.

Geared2play.com, I am sure your input is always greatly appreciated, and I personally look forward to hearing from you again on this matter.

 

totally agree, those (including me) who want a customized version is because we don't need such high specs and pay for all the enthusiast-end specs. A single ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4870 is good enough for me.

 

You raise some interesting considerations......

W90 screens will come in two sizes..... 17" for model W90V, and 18.4 for models W90Vp and W90Vn. As to 'RAM', 6GB DDR2 will be standard..... so why could I not only get 4GB, if desired? As to 'GPU'..... if they are MXM, and of the same type (now THIS is the question?), then why not?

I am not aware that a CPU upgrade will violate warranty, but since you mention XoticPC, perhaps they can clarify some of this for us....? We all want to know!

 

so them w90p setup with them dual 4870's will be a selling for $1999 ??? !!!

 

Yes, the W90Vp-X1, to be the first U.S. release...... this is my understanding, but we shall see! I HOPE SO!

See my earlier post (this thread) as to the W90Vp-X1's configuration......

 

Look here, at any of the high-end models. What I'm saying is, resellers receive the Asus notebooks prebuilt. That's why the CPU upgrades cost so much (aftermarket prices), why there's no RAM options, no GPU options. I just think it's good for people to be given the proper perspective on what the precedence is on Asus notebooks. Oh yes, they'll gladly upgrade you to a QX9300, but if it didn't come installed by ASUS, it'll run you $1k. If you buy the model that comes with the 3850, but want a 4870, you'll be paying the aftermarket pricing for that too, and that's if they even have the cards to sell. Worst-case scenario is that you'll have to buy one from somewhere else to install yourself, which certainly will void a warranty.

Disregard my earlier comment on reseller CPU upgrades putting the ASUS warranty at risk. I didn't certify that statement first.

 

Hey Kevin_Jack2.0,

I fully understand..... and in my case, I realise the QX9300 will come at a premium. I can only really speak to my understanding of the W90Vp-X1.

For the folks that are trying to downgrade or save, I really can not speak to what a reseller can, or can not do for them. This is why I have suggested they get with one of the custom ASUS builders, like XoticPC.

Thanks for your insight.

 

Can you tell us which reseller this actually is?

Otoh, if naming said reseller would void any NDA you may have been given (implied or otherwise), perhaps you could just tell me whether this reseller ships internationally? That might at least save me a frustrating and potentially fruitless wait.