G75VX now listed on BestBuy.com website - Stock should be arriving in stores shortly.

[madnj]

All,
I'm probably going to pull the trigger on a G75VX to add to my current G75 (wife needs a laptop). Here's the issue... The spec sheet for the BestBuy model is showing the Graphics as GTX670M not GTX670MX.

Can someone help confirm that this is getting the MX graphics? I can see no reason why they'd be selling an old architecture 670m in their new VX model unless it's just ASUS trying to get rid of supply.

I was really looking forward to the potential of the 670MX, but the spec sheet doesn't show. Is this a typo?

Specs: Details: Description:
Warranty Terms - Parts 1 year
Warranty Terms - Labor 1 year limited
Height 2 inches
Width 16.3 inches
Depth 12.6 inches
Weight 9.2 pounds
Processor Brand Intel®
Processor Intel® 3rd Generation Core™ i7 (Also known as the CPU). The part of the computer that interprets and executes instructions. Think of it as the brain of the computer.
Processor Speed 2.4GHz How fast a computer processor carries out instructions. In general, faster is better, but processor speeds across brands may not be equivalent (i.e., a 3.0GHz AMD processor may not be the same speed as a 3.0GHz Intel processor).
Display Type High-definition widescreen LED-backlit TFT-LCD (1920 x 1080) Technology used to display text and images on the screen. Computer monitors are available in 2 types: CRT (traditional tube displays) and LCD (flat-panel liquid crystal displays). Notebook computers, PDAs, mobile DVD players and other devices use LCD screens.
Screen Size (Measured Diagonally) 17.3" Size of the screen, in inches, measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Cache Memory 6MB on die Level 3 A small segment of memory that stores frequently used information for fast access by the processor, improving response time.
System Memory (RAM) 8GB The memory a computer uses to run its operating system, applications and active data files. Greater amounts of RAM improve speed and enable more applications to run at once.
System Memory (RAM) Expandable To 16GB Maximum amount of memory a computer can support (as opposed to the amount that comes preinstalled).
Type of Memory (RAM) DDR3
Computer Hard Drive Size 1TB Capacity for storing programs, photos, video, music and other electronic information. Hard drive capacities range from a few gigabytes to several hundred.
Optical Drive DVD±RW/CD-RW
Optical Drive Speeds Drive speeds not specified Fastest speeds at which the drive can write, rewrite and read data.
Direct-Disc Labeling No
Digital Media Reader or Slots Yes, digital media card reader
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M Type of graphics (video) adapter (usually built into the motherboard), identified by manufacturer and model.
TV Tuner No Enables reception of TV programs.
MPEG Yes A group of digital video formats created by the Motion Picture Experts Group (MPEG) to compress high-quality video into file sizes small enough to be transmitted over the Internet.
Built-in Webcam Yes
Modem None Device that allows a computer to send and receive information over telephone or cable lines.
Networking Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector) Ability to connect to other devices on a network using Ethernet, Wi-Fi (wireless; 802.11), Bluetooth, etc.
Wireless Networking Wireless-AC
Bluetooth-Enabled No
S-Video Outputs None Connections that deliver separate color and black-and-white video signals through a single cable. S-video connections provide better picture quality than RF and composite video connections but not as good as component video, DVI and HDMI connections.
Speakers Internal
PCMCIA Slots None Slots in notebook computers that accept credit-card-size upgrade cards. Type I is used mostly for memory, Type II for modem, fax and network cards, and Type III for hard drives.
USB 2.0 Ports 4 USB 3.0 Ports that allow high-speed (up to 480 Mbps) data transfer between compatible devices.
IEEE 1394 FireWire Ports None (Also known as FireWire, Apple Computer's trademarked name for IEEE 1394.) High-speed connection that supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps or 800 Mbps (depending on port version).
Parallel Ports None Older and relatively slower interface most commonly used to connect a PC to a printer.
Game Ports None Jacks for connecting video game controllers.
Laptop Weight Standard (more than 5.5 lbs.)
Battery Life Not available
Pointing Device Wide-type touchpad
HDMI Output Yes
Blu-ray Player No
Operating System Platform Windows
Operating System Bit Version 64-bit The terms "32-bit" and "64-bit" refer to the way a computer's processor (CPU) handles information. A 64-bit operating system handles large amounts of system memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system.

Most software programs designed for a 32-bit operating system will work on the 64-bit version, with the exception of many antivirus programs. However, if a program is designed for a 64-bit operating system, it is not backwards-compatible with a 32-bit version.

Device drivers designed for a 32-bit system will not work on computers running a 64-bit operating system. Similarly, drivers designed for a 64-bit system will not work with a 32-bit version.
Included Software Adobe Reader and more
ENERGY STAR Certified No
Best Buy PC App No
Graphics Chip NVIDIA
Backlit Keyboard Yes
Drive Capacity 1TB
Graphics Card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
UPC 886227289417

[chrsplmr]

If that price holds .. thats a heck of a deal.imho. $1299 .. with the gtx670 ??? Deal.c.
BestBuy G75vx

[pcorreiamd]

I have seen a lot of mistakes in the shops online regarding the VX. Usually it says VX but then the description is the VW. And if the price in my country is 1700 eur I wouldnt expect nothing below 2000 USD... Be carfeull ordering the laptops, always check the 670MX.

One of the biggest retailers in Europe http://www.fnac.pt/Asus-G75VX-T4059H-Computador-Portatil-Computador-Portatil/a640783?PID=10&Mn=-1Μ=-...

[Shawnnepc]

That looks like a mislabeled 660m SKU.

BTW, you know that Best Buy skims 1year off the warranty, correct?

madnj wrote:
All,
I'm probably going to pull the trigger on a G75VX to add to my current G75 (wife needs a laptop). Here's the issue... The spec sheet for the BestBuy model is showing the Graphics as GTX670M not GTX670MX.

Can someone help confirm that this is getting the MX graphics? I can see no reason why they'd be selling an old architecture 670m in their new VX model unless it's just ASUS trying to get rid of supply.

I was really looking forward to the potential of the 670MX, but the spec sheet doesn't show. Is this a typo?

Specs: Details: Description:
Warranty Terms - Parts 1 year
Warranty Terms - Labor 1 year limited
Height 2 inches
Width 16.3 inches
Depth 12.6 inches
Weight 9.2 pounds
Processor Brand Intel®
Processor Intel® 3rd Generation Core™ i7 (Also known as the CPU). The part of the computer that interprets and executes instructions. Think of it as the brain of the computer.
Processor Speed 2.4GHz How fast a computer processor carries out instructions. In general, faster is better, but processor speeds across brands may not be equivalent (i.e., a 3.0GHz AMD processor may not be the same speed as a 3.0GHz Intel processor).
Display Type High-definition widescreen LED-backlit TFT-LCD (1920 x 1080) Technology used to display text and images on the screen. Computer monitors are available in 2 types: CRT (traditional tube displays) and LCD (flat-panel liquid crystal displays). Notebook computers, PDAs, mobile DVD players and other devices use LCD screens.
Screen Size (Measured Diagonally) 17.3" Size of the screen, in inches, measured diagonally from corner to corner.
Cache Memory 6MB on die Level 3 A small segment of memory that stores frequently used information for fast access by the processor, improving response time.
System Memory (RAM) 8GB The memory a computer uses to run its operating system, applications and active data files. Greater amounts of RAM improve speed and enable more applications to run at once.
System Memory (RAM) Expandable To 16GB Maximum amount of memory a computer can support (as opposed to the amount that comes preinstalled).
Type of Memory (RAM) DDR3
Computer Hard Drive Size 1TB Capacity for storing programs, photos, video, music and other electronic information. Hard drive capacities range from a few gigabytes to several hundred.
Optical Drive DVD±RW/CD-RW
Optical Drive Speeds Drive speeds not specified Fastest speeds at which the drive can write, rewrite and read data.
Direct-Disc Labeling No
Digital Media Reader or Slots Yes, digital media card reader
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M Type of graphics (video) adapter (usually built into the motherboard), identified by manufacturer and model.
TV Tuner No Enables reception of TV programs.
MPEG Yes A group of digital video formats created by the Motion Picture Experts Group (MPEG) to compress high-quality video into file sizes small enough to be transmitted over the Internet.
Built-in Webcam Yes
Modem None Device that allows a computer to send and receive information over telephone or cable lines.
Networking Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Fast Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector) Ability to connect to other devices on a network using Ethernet, Wi-Fi (wireless; 802.11), Bluetooth, etc.
Wireless Networking Wireless-AC
Bluetooth-Enabled No
S-Video Outputs None Connections that deliver separate color and black-and-white video signals through a single cable. S-video connections provide better picture quality than RF and composite video connections but not as good as component video, DVI and HDMI connections.
Speakers Internal
PCMCIA Slots None Slots in notebook computers that accept credit-card-size upgrade cards. Type I is used mostly for memory, Type II for modem, fax and network cards, and Type III for hard drives.
USB 2.0 Ports 4 USB 3.0 Ports that allow high-speed (up to 480 Mbps) data transfer between compatible devices.
IEEE 1394 FireWire Ports None (Also known as FireWire, Apple Computer's trademarked name for IEEE 1394.) High-speed connection that supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps or 800 Mbps (depending on port version).
Parallel Ports None Older and relatively slower interface most commonly used to connect a PC to a printer.
Game Ports None Jacks for connecting video game controllers.
Laptop Weight Standard (more than 5.5 lbs.)
Battery Life Not available
Pointing Device Wide-type touchpad
HDMI Output Yes
Blu-ray Player No
Operating System Platform Windows
Operating System Bit Version 64-bit The terms "32-bit" and "64-bit" refer to the way a computer's processor (CPU) handles information. A 64-bit operating system handles large amounts of system memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system.

Most software programs designed for a 32-bit operating system will work on the 64-bit version, with the exception of many antivirus programs. However, if a program is designed for a 64-bit operating system, it is not backwards-compatible with a 32-bit version.

Device drivers designed for a 32-bit system will not work on computers running a 64-bit operating system. Similarly, drivers designed for a 64-bit system will not work with a 32-bit version.
Included Software Adobe Reader and more
ENERGY STAR Certified No
Best Buy PC App No
Graphics Chip NVIDIA
Backlit Keyboard Yes
Drive Capacity 1TB
Graphics Card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
UPC 886227289417

[madnj]

It's definitely the VX: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+-+17.3%26%2334%3B+Laptop+-+8GB+Memory+-+1TB+Hard+Drive+-+Black/6769...

As far as the warranty, I"m a systems engineer and unless there's a hardware issue I generally don't need any support at all. It's a risk for sure, but at a cost of $1299 + a second hard drive and 8GB of memory, I think it's still a very good deal. I'm not overly concerned about the warranty, but I am concerned that the VX Is showing as coming with the 670M and not specifically calling out the 670MX.

[Shawnnepc]

If it's really the correct model I'm concerned on why that's so cheap.

Best Buy ASUS tend to be inferior to their actual SKU couterparts (Be it a reduced warranty, modified video card, etc) in order to meet corporate margin terms.

I would be suspect until we see official release info from ASUS

madnj wrote:
It's definitely the VX: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Asus+-+17.3%26%2334%3B+Laptop+-+8GB+Memory+-+1TB+Hard+Drive+-+Black/6769...

As far as the warranty, I"m a systems engineer and unless there's a hardware issue I generally don't need any support at all. It's a risk for sure, but at a cost of $1299 + a second hard drive and 8GB of memory, I think it's still a very good deal. I'm not overly concerned about the warranty, but I am concerned that the VX Is showing as coming with the 670M and not specifically calling out the 670MX.

[pROGammer]

No mention of Thunderbolt at all.
Can anyone please confirm whether ALL g75vx will come with thunderbolt built-in, or we'll have another round of retailer lies and broken promises?

a happy G75vx owner.

[madnj]

Well, the G75 Best Buy model had the 660m which I'd say is arguably just as good as the 670 if mildly overclocked, but the 670mx was basically the main selling point for the VX model and even changing the model number at all.

If Best Buy was going to sell another model with the same 670m that's available in other VW model systems, I'd expect it to have simply come out as a newer VW Best Buy model.

My hope is that this is a typo and that Best Buy WILL actually offer the 670mx in their model. This is STILL a stripped model with a crappy HDD, only 8GB of RAM, lesser warranty etc, but the 670mx card could very well be offered with their new release.

I will bring up that the G73JH model that Best Buy released had the same Radeon 5870m that all of the other models had, but instead of a full 1080p display, they put in a really subpar 1600x1200 display. Many people opted for the cheaper Best Buy model and went 3rd party for a replacement screen.

I'm very hopeful that this is a typo in their spec page and that this is the full blown 670mx. It's definitely a new SKU with new spec page because they have the G75VW models listed with the 660m graphics listed.

[lilfoot95]

This computer is exactly like mine except the graphics card, and if it really is 1299 I wish I would have waited. 50 more dollars for a better graphics card would have been worth it

[madnj]

lilfoot95 - Yeah, I bought a Best Buy G75 with the 660m that I love, but I hear you and I think no matter when you buy you'll end up with buyer's remorse because there's always something new coming out. That said, I'm extremely pleased with the G75 I have now.

I just actually posted a question to Best Buy regarding the specific model that's going to be inside, so hopefully I get a response. In my opinion it doesn't make any sense for ASUS to release a model of the G75VX with a 670m with the old architecture because that video card is already an option in the VW model line. From my perspective, the 670mx is the main difference between models so I'm really hopeful that that's actually the case here.

I'll post an update if/when I hear back from Best Buy on the matter, but I wanted to give a heads up... If this does come out, my wife is going to be getting my current VW and I'll be happily using the VX :).