ASUS Releases Affordable Gaming Powerhouses
Asus is showcasing at E3 new laptops and desktops designed for gamers.
The ROG Strix GL10DH is among the world’s first gaming desktops with AMD’s new 3rd Gen Ryzen processors, bringing together formidable firepower with core gaming fundamentals.
Asus is also continuing to shake up our laptop lineup with the latest Ryzen mobile APUs. The new TUF Gaming FX505DV raises the bar for AMD's Ryzen family with a 144Hz/3ms display and GeForce RTX 2060 GPU tuned for fast-paced gameplay. It joins a cast of TUF contenders along with the sleek ROG Zephyrus G GA502, an affordable ultra-slim gaming laptop with a good battery life.
The new Strix GL10DH gaming desktop uses the latest Ryzen CPUs to bring a new level of performance to affordable gaming desktops. Equipped with up to a Ryzen 7 3800X CPU with eight cores and 16 threads, the Strix GL10DH packs heavy duty horsepower. The 3rd Gen Ryzen processor otherwise known as Matisse is based on an updated Zen 2 microarchitecture that boasts up to 15% higher performance per-clock than the previous generation, plus a larger cache and higher clocks.
The Strix GL10DH flexes its gaming prowess with a range of ASUS graphics cards that includes the Turbo GeForce RTX 2070, or options from the Phoenix family featuring GPUs up to the GeForce RTX 2060. NVIDIA’s new Turing GPU architecture uses a mix of CUDA, RT, and Tensor cores dedicated to programmable shading, real-time ray tracing, and artificial intelligence.
The graphics cards slot into a reliable ASUS Prime B450M-K motherboard. Out of the box, the GL10DH is configured with up to an M.2-based NVMe SSD with 512GB of storage. The SSD is paired with up to 1TB of mechanical storage for the rest of your library, along with up to 32GB of system memory.
The Strix GL10DH puts performance and potential into a streamlined case with Aura Sync accents. You can choose between a vented side panel that increases airflow into the main chamber or an expanse of clear acrylic that provides an unobstructed view of the illuminated internals. The dual-chamber chassis groups the CPU, GPU, and motherboard in the main housing, while the storage bays and power supply sit in a separate cooling zone below. Everything squeezes into just 27 liters to save space wherever you play.
TUF Gaming brings military-grade toughness at affordable prices. The Asus TUF Gaming FX505DY was the first adopt AMD’s Picasso platform, combining its mobile Ryzen APU with discrete Radeon graphics and a FreeSync display. The TUF Gaming FX505DD/DT/DU laptops released in April paired the same processor with GeForce GTX graphics to maximize gaming performance.
The next step forward is the TUF Gaming FX505DV, which carves out a new sweet spot at the intersection of durability, performance, and price by teaming the latest Ryzen mobile APU with a GeForce RTX 2060 GPU and 144Hz/3ms panel. The FX505DV can pump out reliably high frame rates that take full advantage of its NanoEdge display. The high refresh rate makes fast-paced gameplay smoother than on standard 60Hz displays, and the quick response time keeps the picture sharp at speed. Sharing your screen for movies or multiplayer is also more enjoyable thanks to IPS-level panel technology that ensures consistent colors for every seat in the house, and slim 6.5-mm bezels that keep your attention focused on-screen.
TUF Gaming FX505DD/DT/DU/DV | TUF Gaming FX705DD/DT/DU | |
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 3750H with Radeon Vega Mobile Graphics AMD Ryzen 5 3550H with Radeon Vega Mobile Graphics |
AMD Ryzen 7 3750H with Radeon Vega Mobile Graphics |
Display | 15.6” Non-glare Full HD 144Hz IPS-level 15.6” Non-glare Full HD 120Hz IPS-level 15.6” Non-glare Full HD 60Hz IPS-level |
17.3” Non-glare FHD 60Hz IPS-level |
Memory | Up to 32GB DDR4 2666 MHz | |
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 with 6G GDDR6 VRAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with 6G GDDR6 VRAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with 4G GDDR5 VRAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 with 3G GDDR5 VRAM |
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with 6G GDDR6 VRAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with 4G GDDR5 VRAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 with 3G GDDR5 VRAM |
Storage | 1TB 5400RPM 1TB 7200RPM 1TB Firecuda 128GB / 256GB / 512GB PCIe SSD |
1TB 5400RPM 1TB Firecuda 128GB / 256GB / 512GB PCIe SSD |
Wireless | 802.11AC+ Bluetooth 5.0 1*1, 2*2 (wave 2) |
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Connectivity | 2 x USB 3.0 Gen1 ; 1 x USB 2.0 1x HDMI 2.0 1x RJ-45 Jack 1x 3.5mm headphone and microphone combo jack 1x Kensington lock |
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Keyboard | Global Gold Steel: RGB keyboard Stealth Black: RGB keyboard China: Stealth Black: White backlit keyboard Red Matter: Red backlit keyboard |
Gold Steel: RGB keyboard Stealth Black: RGB keyboard |
Battery | 48Whr | |
OS | Windows 10 Windows 10 Professional |
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Size | 360.4(W) x 262(D) x 25.8~26.8(H) mm | 399.8(W) x 279.5(D) x 26.7~27.7(H) mm |
Weight | 2.2 kg | 2.7 kg |
Paired up with the AMD Ryzen 7 3750H mobile APU, this TUF Gaming laptop is fast and efficient whether you’re hopping into a match or taking care of work on the go. The processor’s quad cores and eight threads make quick work of everyday multitasking and productivity, and the system’s performance is further bolstered by an efficient cooling system that pairs internal design with on-demand switching that optimizes the system for the task at hand. With a keyboard shortcut, HyperFan lets you quickly adjust system settings so that you get the cooling you need when you need it. Turbo mode pushes fan speeds and performance to the max, unleashing the full power of the FX505DV. Balanced mode optimizes operation to deliver strong performance with lower acoustic levels for gaming. Silent mode minimizes fan noise for less demanding tasks, which is perfect for working in quiet environments and streaming videos.
Under the hood, AMD's self-cleaning cooling system channels particles and other debris out of the laptop through anti-dust tunnels integrated into the fan housings.
The mobile Ryzen platform makes ultra-slim gaming more affordable with the ROG Zephyrus G GA502. Despite being only 20mm thin and 2.1kg, this machine is no slacker when it comes to gaming performance. Configurable with up to GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics and a 120Hz display framed by super-narrow bezels, the GA502 capably cuts through a wide range of popular games. In Turbo mode, ROG Boost clocks the discrete GPU up to 1435MHz at 60W.
The Zephyrus G is equipped with the same quad-core, eight-thread AMD Ryzen 7 3750H mobile APU as the TUF Gaming FX505DV. The processor optimizes performance and power consumption with SenseMI technology, allowing the battery to last up to nearly nine hours in MobileMark, or survive almost seven hours of video playback or Wi-Fi web browsing.
Paired with a NVMe SSD, the Zephyrus G zips through everyday tasks with quick load times across games and applications. Up to 32GB of RAM guarantees enough memory for major multitasking, and all this power and utility is lightweight and slim enough to slip into standard backpacks.
GeForce and Ryzen together in the TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705 laptops
The TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705 team the latest Ryzen mobile APUs with up to a GeForce RTX 2060 GPU and high-refresh displays to bring more power to affordable gaming laptops.
Like the rest of the family, the TUF Gaming FX505DD/DT/DU/DV and TUF Gaming FX705DD/DT/DU wrap military-grade toughness around core features that enhance gameplay. They make premium extras like narrow bezels and high refresh rates accessible to everyone, while also elevating fundamental elements like the keyboard and cooling to offer a better experience day to day.
The FX505 and FX705 come in a range of configurations. The new FX505DV is available with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 that unlocks the full power of NVIDIA’s latest Turing architecture, blending traditional CUDA processing cores with RT and Tensor cores to handle ray tracing and artificial intelligence. More modest configurations feature the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti, which deploys NVIDIA’s latest Turing architecture with a tighter focus on today’s games. Although it lacks support for some of the flashier visual effects available in the RTX line, upgrades to its CUDA cores, cache hierarchy, and memory subsystem produce a significant per-core performance increase over the previous generation. Both GPU options let live-streamers can also reap the benefits of a new video encoder that improves video quality by up to 15% using hardware-accelerated capture that reduces burden on the CPU.
The FX505DV’s 144Hz panel gives you the same edge as the pros, while the FX505DY takes it down a notch to 120Hz that still handily doubles the standard refresh rate of regular laptop displays. A The 15.6″ FX505 also comes in a 60Hz flavor that’s better for graphically demanding games that run closer to 60 FPS. If you crave a larger screen, the FX705 stretches the diagonal to 17.3″ and is available with a 60Hz panel, too.
AMD’s latest Ryzen processors, also known as Picasso, are based on the updated Zen+ architecture and built using 12nm fabrication technology. Both the TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705 boast options up to a Ryzen 7, which packs quad cores and eight threads. Despite the ability to slice through multithreaded workloads and aggressive multitasking, the processor fits into an energy efficient 35W power envelope that preserves battery life.
Room for up to 32GB of DDR4-2400 memory means there’s enough RAM for productive multitasking and light content creation. A range of storage options accommodates varied needs and budgets: solid-state drives up to 1TB boast high speeds across the board, a 1TB FireCuda SSHD accelerates access to frequently used data, and 1TB HDDs offer affordable storage at 5,400. The storage bays and memory slots are readily accessible with a standard screwdriver, so it’s easy to upgrade as needed.
Two chassis variations bring different looks to the TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705. Gold Steel skins the lid with Gunmetal Grey aluminum, while Stealth Black keeps a lower profile with a shadowy exterior.
Both versions bounce back from short drops to a desk, and the 15″ models can handle higher falls.
The keyboard is optimized for gaming with a layout reminiscent of standard desktop designs. Function keys are separated in the usual groups to make shortcuts more intuitive, arrow keys are offset for navigation, and a full numpad makes number crunching a breeze. Highlighted WASD keys clearly identify the home row for gaming, while a wider space bar provides a larger target for your thumb.
Each key cap is curved to cradle your fingertips. The underlying switches have 1.8mm of travel enhanced by Overstroke technology that offers responsive input with an improved overall feel. With a rated lifespan of 20 million presses, the switches are durable enough to hold up to years of heavy use.
Gaming is immersive with DTS Headphone: X technology that brings 7.1-channel virtual surround sound to stereo headsets or speakers plugged into the laptop.
The 3.5-mm audio jack is joined by enough USB ports for vital peripherals like a gamepad, mouse, and external storage. HDMI 2.0 lets you drive a wide range of displays at resolutions up to 4K, from the monitor on your desk to the big-screen TV in the living room to the projector at school. Getting online is easy with integrated 802.11ac WiFi.
TUF Gaming FX505DT-EB73 | TUF505DU-EB74 | |
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 3750H with Radeon Vega Mobile Graphics | AMD Ryzen 7 3750H with Radeon Vega Mobile Graphics |
Display | 15.6” Non-glare Full HD 120Hz IPS-level |
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Memory | 8GB DDR4 2666 MHz | 16GB DDR4 2666 MHz |
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with 4G GDDR5 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with 6G GDDR6 VRAM |
Storage | 512GB PCIe SSD | 256GB PCIe SSD + 1TB 5400RPM |
Price | $999 USD | $1,099 USD |