Launched at Gamescom 2018 in Cologne, Germany, the Zephyrus S, displayed alongside ROG Strix GL704 SCAR Edition, cements the gaming brand’s status as the top gaming brand in the country (based on GfK data as of June 2018), as it once again shatters its records for the world’s thinnest gaming laptop and the world’s most compact 17.3-inch gaming laptop. ASUS ROG laptops leads in 2017 in terms of gaming notebook activations with up to 50.9% and 53% market share in end user purchases during May and June 2018, respectively, based on data by third-party market research agencies. With wide variety of gaming products, ASUS ROG is keen to further cement its reputation in the Philippine gaming industry as well as to become the undisputed leader in gaming shipments for 5 years in a row when 2018 closes.
“We at ASUS Republic of Gamers pride ourselves with being the World’s Undisputed No. 1 Gaming Brand, and this is a goal that we continually strive to emulate in the Philippines. These market results validate the hard work and commitment that we put in to meet the needs of the ever-changing Philippine gaming landscape,” says George Su, Country Manager, ASUS Philippines System Business Group. “The grand arrival of the ROG Zephyrus S and the ROG Strix GL704 SCAR is a testament of our endless dedication to empower all the ROG fans and enthusiasts by providing them the most innovative gaming products that unleash the best gaming experiences possible.”
ROG Zephyrus S GX531 – UltraSlim Powerhouse
Coming at a mere 14.95mm~15.75mm at its thickest point, the Zephyrus S is the world's thinnest gaming laptop! Built with all-metal chassis that meets is military-grade durability standards without compromising on its killer design, with sleek lines and a premium finish. Packs the latest and powerful Intel® Core™ i7-8750H Processor matched with NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 graphics, making it ideal for work or play that can handle demanding work and productivity apps as well as take on graphic intensive rendering and games. Backed by fast DDR4 2666MHz memory and NVMe®storage for reliable storage and memory. Zephyrus S also sports-narrow bezels housing a 15.6-inch display, with a 144Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time, into a 14.2-inch chassis for unmatched immersive visuals. Covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut, ensuring richness of color, and wide viewing angles. To keep things cool, comes with advance cooling system for optimal performance of all components, incorporating the proprietary Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) — a design and engineering hallmark of the Zephyrus series. Show your true colors with Intergrated RGB lighting and Aura Sync. Armoury Crate unifies ROG hardware with a single utility that makes essential functions easily accessible - system settings and Aura Sync lighting. Features keyboard-forward layout for comfortable and reponsive inputs. As for connecitivity, 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi connects to compatible wireless networks at greater-than-gigabit speeds. Comes with direct USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C™ (USB-C™) and full-size HDMI 2.0 ports. Clearly being thin does not mean you get less and the Zephyrus S is powerhouse slim machine.
ROG Strix GL704 SCAR Edition – Unbounded Precision
Strix GL704 SCAR puts an industry-leading 17.3-inch display — with a 144Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, and complete sRGB coverage — into a 15.7-inch chassis, delivering immersive visuals while allowing for greater mobility. Inspired from first person shooter (FPS) game, it gets a camouflage and Kevlar textures adorning the chassis exuding killer looks. Strix GL704 SCAR is equipped with the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8750H coupled with NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 GPU with 6GB of video RAM. Internal storage is split between a speedy M.2 NVMe® SSD for faster loading of games and applications plus an optional secondary 1TB solid-state hybrid drive (SSHD) for that growing collection of games. Includes ROG RangeBoost technology, which intelligently utilizes additional antennas to extend Wi-Fi range making use of Intel’s latest 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi for faster frequencies. Gets HyperCool Pro cooling system incorporating three heatsinks and two fans, ensuring optimal and cooled system performance. Also has RGB lighting and Aura Sync to express and get that gaming vibe. The keyboard on Strix GL704 SCAR has a desktop-style layout also for comfortable gameplay and typing. So Game on? Get the compact yet feature rich Strix GL704 SCAR.
“Our performance for the last year has been nothing short of outstanding. This is a success that we credit to our commitment to address the needs of our customers, especially in today’s rapidly growing e-sports scene in the country,” continues Su. “Of course, we will not stop there; this year will surely be another challenge to conquer as we aim to push further and reach 60% market share. ROG fans can expect us to continue to deliver innovative and first-in-market products that are befitting of the best—truly the number one gaming brand for those who dare,” Su concluded.
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
The ASUS ROG Strix GL704 SCAR Edition will retail for PHP 114,995 and will be available on October 2018 in all ROG stores and authorized resellers nationwide. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531 will retail at PHP 129,995 and is now available for pre-order with exclusive bundles worth over PHP 6,000. You can place pre-orders at https://rog.gg/ZephyrusSPreOrder
