ROG Malaysia announces pricing and specs for Q2 2021 Intel and Nvidia series releases

Unveiled at their global launch event, ROG gets you to “Unleash the Tiger”, and does so with a whole host of products. Many of these are ones you already recognize, to be finally made available for Malaysian users.

FOR ESPORTS

The ROG Strix Scar 15 / 17 and ROG Strix G15 / 17 are here.

The ROG Strix Scar 15 / 17 represents core gaming, with an esports centric design boasting AAA performance for professional gamers.

The ROG Strix G15 / 17 caters more to mainstream gaming, with the classic ROG design, with the same top notch performance.

FOR ULTRA SLIM GAMING

Users can choose between the ROG Zephyrus M16, or the ROG Zephyrus G14 / G15.

The ROG Zephyrus M16 is a low profile, sleek machine using ROG’s gaming design, striking the balance between gaming, working and creative work scenarios.

The ROG Zephyrus G14 / G15 keeps gaming performance as its core, but in a unique design to appeal to lifestyle gamers or trend setters.

FOR MAINSTREAM GAMING

Out of the selection, the Asus TUF Gaming F15 / F17 will fit you just right, with a best-in-class design, highest per dollar performance ability and legendary durability to suit a majority of gamers. The TUF Gaming logo may have been redesigned, but you’ll get the same performance you expect.

FOR MAINSTREAM SLIM GAMING

For those who want a smaller package, the Asus TUF Dash F15 will be one for you, with the same best-in-class design, highest-per-dollar performance all in a portable machine.

The TUF series gets a logo refresh, with the F15 / F17 getting a metal Eclipse Gray colour option rather than the prior metal Fortress Gray / plastic Bonfire Black.

TUF GAMING F15 / F17

The TUF series has stuck to a few key selling points, including:

• Potent Performance for gaming & beyond
  • Up to the latest Gen Intel Core i7-11800H CPU, GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, 16gb DDR4-3200 RAM, 512GB of SSD speed and 2nd SSD slot
• Ultimate fast output
  • Latest Thunderbolt 4 with USB 4, DisplayPort 1.4 & G-Sync output port 
• Compact with Military-grade toughness
  • Even with its incredibly thin and portable chassis, the laptop meets MIL-STD-810H standards for resilience against elemental extremes, serious travel and beyond
• Smart Cooling Sustains Long Term Stability
  • Improved thermals allow for better performance with less noise. Dual-83-blade fans draw in more air, while self cleaning cooling extends system longevity
• Powerful Productivity Anywhere
  • Stay connected on the go with a long-lasting 90wh battery, Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) connectivity and an integrated webcam in a compact chassis

ZEPHYRUS M16

Now featuring dynamic lighting and V-cut evolution, the machine has a new pearly, glossy, shimmery colour story. Design aside, it boasts a 94% screen to body ratio, Pantone validated screen. Sound is brought to you by Dolby Vision HDR. Key features for this line include:

• Pro 16” display in an ultra-slim 15” form factor
  • Slim bezels fit a 16” QHD 165Hz/3ms Adaptive-Sync panel on a 15” chassis. It’s Pantone Validated with 100% DCI-p3 and a 16:10 aspect ratio
• Geared for hardcore gamers
  • Game faster with up to a GeForce RTX 3070 GPU, an Intel Core i9 CPU cooled with liquid metal, and the latest Gen 4 SSD up to 2TB
• Studio-quality audio for recording artists
  • Six speakers with dual force-canceling woofers enable Dolby Atmos surround sound, while a 3D mic array captures clear audio in any scenario
• True portability for frequent fast-travelers
  • Create on the go with a large 90Wh battery and Thunderbolt 4 with Power Delivery. Work and play with greater comfort on a large touchpad and a Stealth Type keyboard that stays under 30dB
• Outfitted in style for the fashion-foward
  • Show off with a metal Off-Black chassis CNC-milled with 8279 perforations to let Prismatic Film shine through. Soft-touch coating along the palm rest

Availability and pricing is planned to be announced in June.

ROG ZEPHYRUS G14

Geared for a multi-lifestyle audience, you can game, stream, create or work on a single machine. Play games on high settings, stream thanks to an external camera, do creative editing, or plug in up to two external displays depending on your needs. The models have a new prismatic effect design to showcase your individuality. Externally, the machine is 17.9mm thick, bearing a 85% screen to body ratio, FHD 144Hz / WQHD 120Hz, Pantone-validated 14-inch display and 6.9mm super narrow bezels, weighing in at 1.6kg.

The AniME Matrix models will come pre-installed with a Virtual Pet, an interactive digital assistant who lives on your desktop, while the AniME Matrix LED display can show you system notifications and more. Key features include:

• A portable 14-inch powerhouse
  • Up to NVIDIA Geforce RTX 3060 GPU and 8-core, 16thread AMD Ryzen 9
• Lighten up and show on
  • A customizable AniMe Matrix display uses 1215 mini LEDs to show off animation, notifications, a new virtual pet and more
• Stay active anywhere
  • Do more anywhere with over 10 hours of battery life, while Type-C charging lets you recharge with power packs
• Visible superiority
  • Choose between a high-res WQHD display or super fast 144Hz gaming panel. Both are Pantone Validated for superb color accuracy
• Submerge yourself in high quality sound
  • Dolby Atmos technology and quad speakers redefine your audio experience with multidimensional sound

ROG STRIX G15 / G17

Available in Eclipse Gray and Black armour cap, it will have the backlit ROG logo, ROG pixel pattern and Aluminium A part. The keyboard has been improved with bigger arrow keys, and the touchpad has been widened for an 85% increase in area with glass.

STRIX G – ELECTRO PUNK SPECIAL

For those you want to stand out, this is the one to go for, the A designed to be similar to a tattoo as another method of expression. With an Eclipse Gray main body, Pink Speckle armour cap, Electro Punk ROG logo, ROG Totem design and Aluminium A part, you get to complete the whole set with the ROG Ranger Electro Punk backpack, Electro Punk mousepad and ROG Strix Impact II Electro Punk ver. for the complete showcase.

ASUS TUF DASH F15

This is the first slim, yet solid machine designed for the TUF Gaming series. The streamlined design and stealthy styling keeps you on the lowdown anywhere, more so at just 19.9mm thin and 2.0kg. Naturally, with the TUF name, the laptop goes through the battery of MIL-STD-810H tests, meant to survive drops, vibration, humidity and extreme temperature and will be more than capable of surviving just about your everyday bumps and knocks.