Description

• The right frame of mind

  One of the main benefits of a thinner bezel is that you can fit a bigger display inside a more compact chassis. Despite packing a similarly sized 15.6" screen to its Strix GL503 predecessor, the GL504 is nearly an inch narrower, making it easier to slip into your bag. The smaller footprint also takes up less space when you're sharing a desk or otherwise squeezed into tight spaces. While thinner borders around the display make imagery really pop, the thicker bezel below elevates the screen to a more comfortable viewing height.

• Rebirth of cool

  If modern CPUs and GPUs get too hot, they automatically reduce clock speeds to avoid overheating. But the resulting slowdown is the last thing you want in the heat of battle, so HyperCool Pro system keeps key components at comfortable temperatures. Heat pipes transfer thermal energy from the CPU and GPU to radiators on the perimeter of the chassis. The metal heat spreaders normally reserved for these chips are also found on the graphics memory and VRMs, allowing the cooling system to dissipate thermals from additional components. Multiple profiles put you in charge of the cooling. By default, an intelligent algorithm automatically adjusts fan speeds to balance thermals and acoustics. You can also activate Overboost mode to ramp up cooling performance or choose Silent mode for stealthier operation.

• The keys to success

  Despite their compact footprints, these notebooks still squeeze in a full-size keyboard and an accompanying numpad. The desktop-style layout features familiar spacing between the function for a more natural transition when switching between your laptop and home battlestation. Four dedicated hotkeys sit just above the keyboard to provide quick access to mute and volume controls, as well as the ROG Gaming Center application used to tweak system settings and monitor performance. The keyboard is durable enough to survive years of intense gaming marathons. The generous key travel is enhanced by Overstroke technology, which moves the actuation point higher so your inputs register sooner. Overstroke makes it easier to rapidly execute commands during intense bouts, while N-key rollover ensures every press registers, even if you're hitting multiple keys at once.

• Synchronized winning

  Improved keyboard lighting extends across four distinct keyboard zones. Although the gently curved key caps are the usual black, the edges are now translucent and extend deeper toward the deck. This subtle refinement diffuses the light more evenly and helps to eliminate the glare produced by naked, unfiltered LEDs.

• Smarter networking and copious connectivity

  A strong and stable network connection is a must for online gaming, whether you're playing competitively in tournaments or casually with friends. The integrated 802.11ac WiFi is based on Intel's Wave 2 solution, which is capable of greater than gigabit speeds when connected to compatible routers like the ROG Rapture GT-AC5300. The wireless card is hooked up to four antennas, a first for laptops. The RangeBoost technology monitors these antennas to determine which ones have the best signal and then switches automatically to ensure that you're using the best pair for the conditions. Wireless networks are more prone to interference and lag than hardwired alternatives, so the Strix has Gigabit Ethernet for serious multiplayer matches.

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