New G501 (for those who were waiting for the GX500)

[X-ROG]

News here: http://rog.asus.com/399392015/g-series-gaming-laptops/g501-the-coolest-quietest-thin-light-15-inch-g...

[Sieg131]

"- Supplied Accessories: Gaming Carry bag + USB2.0 to RJ45 cable + mDP to VGA cable"

So is this like a backpack like the one that came with the G75? I haven't been able to find any pictures.
Also on board the "when is it really out" camp, but again, will be waiting to see when it at least comes with windows 10 pre-loaded.

[X-ROG]

Sieg131 wrote:
"- Supplied Accessories: Gaming Carry bag + USB2.0 to RJ45 cable + mDP to VGA cable"

So is this like a backpack like the one that came with the G75? I haven't been able to find any pictures.
Also on board the "when is it really out" camp, but again, will be waiting to see when it at least comes with windows 10 pre-loaded.

Microsoft already stated all Win 8.1 systems get a free Win 10 upgrade. 🙂

Ruby Rabbit wrote:
Thanks Marshall. 60hz is just great! the G60 ghost pro, Origin Evo15-s ship with Samsung 48hz panels.

Will ASUS release a 970m version? This would make it an absolute beast and I would buy it instantly!!! I just think the 960m is just too low this gaming laptop. If they put 970m in it you would be king of the hill and out do the Razer blade and may others.

We're not planning one with GTX 970M currently sorry; at this time we feel temp and battery life would be too compromised.

Bozzified wrote:
Marshall, will there be an option to use the GPU as discrete graphics and turn off IGP? I'm really hoping you are allowing an option to turn off IGP and not funnel the discrete graphics through IGP to the display. I am not a gamer but I've been buying ASUS products because I wanted powerful mobile workstations but with this muxless implementations of Optimus it becomes a nightmare to work with multiple OSs.

For those who don't have a priority on battery life it would be very nice to simply have an option to use the GPU to it's full potential. Lenovo made it happen with their previous models making them mux-ed and not muxless and a serious gaming laptop should have this option.

Can you let us all know whether or not whether that's an option?

Second question is related to this review.. the model this review is showing seems to have a spot for a 2.5" drive. Will this variant be available for purchase?

Unfortunately there is not an option to disable the Intel graphics completely sorry. I understand Optimus is not for everyone - which is why it was removed from G751 series, and I am pushing them to remove it from all G series.

[JG61265]

Sieg131 wrote:
"- Supplied Accessories: Gaming Carry bag + USB2.0 to RJ45 cable + mDP to VGA cable"

So is this like a backpack like the one that came with the G75? I haven't been able to find any pictures.
Also on board the "when is it really out" camp, but again, will be waiting to see when it at least comes with windows 10 pre-loaded.

Ordered this today but the bag isn't on the list of contents 😕

[WhiteScorp]

Good news Everyone - G501JW-DS71 - In Stock - NewEgg

[JG61265]

WhiteScorp wrote:
Good news Everyone - G501JW-DS71 - In Stock - NewEgg

Went to buy it this morning but it's not showing up on neweggbusiness.com where I have my account. :mad:

EDIT: Got it ordered! Has anyone put Windows 7 on these laptops where Asus only offers the Windows 8 drivers? Is it a pain tracking down all the necessary software?

[infinite]

Any details on the display like model no. Is it igzo? Is the nx500 screen the better choice as image quality for me is important.

[Skjoldur]

Is it possible to output 4k@60Hz via mDP? Is it 1.1 or 1.2? And what refresh rate is supported for 4k output via Thunderbolt?

[farronsama]

Will the 1080p version be available in the US?

[J82]

farronsama wrote:
Will the 1080p version be available in the US?

I would love the 1080p version and larger battery version.

I only see the 4k version on newegg, amazon, and the ASUS store. Will the 1080p and customizable options be available for the US?

Thanks!

[agaw]

G501 is now on sale. It was released a week ago in Singapore. I played with it earlier. Can anyone comment on whether it does indeed have PCIx4 as when the ASUS rep opened it up only 2 were visible, are the other 2 located under the keyboard?! retailing for 2698 SGD exVAT in ASUS or 2599 SGD exVAT in some competitor stores in the Funan digital Mall in SG. It got really hot on a Firestrike Extreme test on the top right corner after 15 mins. All vents are at the back under the screen where it folds. no intake, I'm doubtful at just how cool this thing can stay without a cooling pad or the AC on full.