ASUS releases lightweight and compact 2in1 gaming notebook PC "ROG Flow series"

　ASUS JAPAN offers two lightweight and compact mobile gaming laptops "ROG Flow Series" for those who want to edit videos and play games freely on the go or at home. , announced the "ROG XG Mobile GC32" external graphics device. Sales will start sequentially from today.

In the ROG Flow series, two different types of products are available: the "ROG Flow Z13", a 2in1 gaming laptop that can be used as a tablet by removing the keyboard, and the "ROG Flow X13 (2022)", whose display rotates 360 degrees. doing.

　In addition to the two external graphics device ROG XG Mobile products equipped with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080/3070 Laptop GPU already on sale, we are also announcing a new product equipped with AMD Radeon RX series GPUs. ROG XG Mobile connects to the main unit with its own interface, dramatically improving the graphics performance of the ROG Flow series and making the game more comfortable.

In addition, customers who purchased some of the target products of the gaming laptop announced today at the ASUS Store are eligible for the "ASUS Store Limited 30-Day Return Guarantee Campaign". This is a campaign for customers to purchase the latest gaming products with peace of mind. Please check here for details.

ROG Flow Z13 GZ301ZE/GZ301ZC/GZ301ZA

2in1 gaming laptop with detachable keyboard and tablet

* The product photo shows an English keyboard, but the product to be released will have a Japanese keyboard.

○ Main specifications, suggested retail price and scheduled release date

Main features of the announced product

・ROG's first keyboard detachable mobile gaming laptop

　The keyboard can be removed, so it can be used as a laptop or a tablet. You can enjoy games in your room as a regular gaming laptop, take it outside and enjoy games on the go, use it as a tablet and enjoy touch-enabled games anywhere you like, watch videos, etc., for an excellent entertainment experience. can be enjoyed comfortably. If you carry a commercially available game pad with your tablet, you can use it like a mobile game machine.

・Amazing gaming performance for a 13.4-inch

　The CPU is equipped with the latest 12th generation Intel Core processor equipped with two types of cores: Performance-cores (high-performance cores) and Efficiency-cores (high-efficiency cores). For example, in-game processing that requires high processing performance is performed by the high-performance core, and simple and light processing that occurs at the same time is performed by the high-efficiency core. It is also ideal for game distribution etc.

In addition, although it is a tablet size, it is equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series Laptop GPU, so you can enjoy games as comfortably as a normal gaming laptop.

・Equipped with a MUX switch that maximizes GPU performance

On a normal gaming laptop, the screen output from the GPU is first passed through the graphics function built into the CPU and then output to the display. The MUX switch is a feature that saves time going through the CPU by allowing this to be output directly from the GPU to the display. Using this feature can greatly improve the performance of your game. *Not installed in GZ301ZA-I5UMA.

・Light enough to be considered a gaming laptop

　The tablet with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPU weighs about 1.18kg, which is surprisingly light for a gaming laptop. Even with the keyboard, it weighs about 1.52kg, so you can easily carry it anywhere.

　The body size of the tablet alone is 302 mm wide x 204 mm deep x 14.5 mm high, making it surprisingly compact and thin. Even with the keyboard added, it is only 302.8mm wide x 220.72mm deep x 20.1mm high. You can carry it in your bag or backpack without being bulky.

・No need to worry about heat with the combination of the latest technology

Despite operating as a GPU-equipped tablet, there is no need to worry about heat with this product. We will provide a mobile gaming environment where you can enjoy games with peace of mind, taking advantage of ROG's accumulated slim laptop development experience.

　The CPU uses liquid metal grease with amazing thermal conductivity, and the heat transfer part is equipped with a large vapor chamber that can process not only the heat of the CPU and GPU, but also the heat of the power supply circuit (GZ301ZA- I5UMA is equipped with a heat pipe).

　Equipped with a 0.15mm thick heat dissipation fin with a total heat dissipation area of 33,104 square millimeters. The heat from the radiating fins is powerfully discharged to the outside with our unique Arc Flow Fans, which achieve both large airflow and quietness. It also has a function that automatically stops the fan when the temperature is low, so it can operate silently when the load is low.

・Selectable 4K display and 120Hz high-speed display

　Out of all 4 models, except for the 4K high-resolution display model that can beautifully draw high-definition images down to the smallest detail, 3 models are equipped with a high-speed drive display with a refresh rate of 120Hz that allows you to enjoy a sense of speed.

With this, you can enjoy a smoother and smoother game screen than a normal laptop. It also supports Adaptive-Sync, which synchronizes the refresh rate of the display and the frame rate of the graphics side, so the game screen does not flicker or stutter.

・PANTONE Certified Display Shows True Game Colors

　The built-in display has acquired PANTONE certification, which proves that it can display accurate colors. This allows games and images to appear beautifully in their original colors. It also supports Dolby Vision, enabling more realistic and powerful display of compatible movies.

・Design reminiscent of the era of space development and surface treatment that is resistant to dirt

　On the back, the design and paint give a sense of the atmosphere of the space development era of the 20th century, suggesting that this product is not just a gentle laptop. The clear window through which the internal circuit board can be seen is also included as part of such a design.

The body has an anti-fingerprint coating that is resistant to fingerprints and dirt, so you can prevent the body from becoming greasy.

・Detachable gaming keyboard

　The keyboard is a slim and lightweight RGB illuminated keyboard that can be attached and detached, but it has the performance of a gaming keyboard and supports N-key rollover, which allows simultaneous recognition of all keys.

In addition, although it is slim, it has a keystroke of 1.5 mm, so it has excellent operability. Each key is illuminated by a backlight LED, so you can check the keys without any problems even in dark places.

ASUS, lightweight compact 2in1 gaming notebook PC

・Compatible with wireless gamepads that allow you to easily enjoy games

Since it supports Bluetooth 5.1, you can use gamepads and headsets wirelessly. Whether you're carrying it around or playing games, there's no need for cumbersome cables.

・Equipped with Dolby Atmos and high-resolution audio technology

　Dual smart amplifier speakers that support high-resolution audio and Dolby Atmos can output stereo sound with your favorite content. In voice communication, the 3D microphone array and AI noise canceling make it possible to make calls with clear voice while canceling out the surrounding noise. * High resolution is supported when outputting from the audio jack.

ROG Flow X13 (2022)

Mobile gaming laptop with 360-degree rotating display

* The product photo shows an English keyboard, but the product to be released will have a Japanese keyboard.

Main features of the announced product

・Mobile gaming laptop with a 360-degree rotating display that can be used like a tablet

　Since the display rotates 360 degrees, you can use it like a tablet by placing the screen and keyboard back to back. You can also stop the display at any angle and play the game with more freedom.

　In addition to the normal laptop mode, when using in tent mode, depending on the angle of the display, it is possible to achieve even better cooling efficiency than usual. When using it in tablet mode, it is possible to easily operate the application with a touch or pen to demonstrate quick operability.

・Surprising gaming performance that you wouldn't expect from a mobile phone

　The CPU is equipped with an AMD Ryzen mobile processor that features high multi-core performance. Even games with a high CPU load can be run smoothly with its high multi-core performance. In addition, although it is a mobile size, it is equipped with NVIDIA's Laptop GPU, so you can enjoy games as comfortably as a normal gaming laptop.

・ Compact and slim body for easy portability

Equipped with a compact 13.4-inch display, the main unit has a compact size of 299 mm (width) x 222 mm (depth) x 15.8 to 16.95 mm (height), making it easy to carry around. Although it is a gaming laptop, it is surprisingly lightweight at about 1.35 kg, so you can easily hold it in your hand whether you are moving around the house or going out.

・Selectable 4K display and 120Hz high-speed display

　There are two types of displays, a 4K high-resolution display and a high-speed drive display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The 4K high-resolution display model enables high-definition images to be beautifully rendered in detail, and the 120Hz high-speed display model allows you to enjoy smoother and smoother game screens than ordinary laptops.

　It also supports Adaptive-Sync, which synchronizes the screen output of the GPU and the display timing of the LCD display, so the game screen does not flicker or stutter.

・PANTONE Certified Display Shows True Game Colors

　The built-in display has acquired PANTONE certification, which proves that it can display accurate colors. This allows you to enjoy the game in the original colors of the game, as intended by the game developer. It also supports Dolby Vision, enabling more realistic and powerful display of compatible movies.

・No need to worry about heat with the latest cooling technology packed into a compact body

　Although it is a compact mobile gaming laptop, this product allows you to enjoy games to the fullest without worrying about heat.

　The CPU uses liquid metal grease with amazing thermal conductivity, and the heat dissipation part is equipped with 0.1mm thick heat dissipation fins with a total heat dissipation area of 44,230 square millimeters. The heat from the radiating fins is powerfully discharged to the outside with our unique Arc Flow Fans, which achieve both large airflow and quietness.

In addition, the fan mounting part is equipped with an anti-dust tunnel 2.0 function that discharges dust that has entered the inside to the outside, preventing dust from clogging the exhaust heat part.

・Equipped with a gaming keyboard that supports N-key rollover

　The keyboard is equipped with a gaming keyboard and supports N-key rollover, which allows simultaneous recognition of all keys. In addition, even though it is a mobile gaming laptop, it has a 1.5mm keystroke, so it feels solid when you press the keys and is easy to operate. Each key shines with a backlight LED so that you can check it even in dark places.

・One-touch login with power button with fingerprint authentication sensor

Equipped with a fingerprint authentication function, it offers both high security and convenience without the need to enter a password. Since the fingerprint authentication sensor is integrated with the power button, fingerprint authentication can be performed at the same time when the power is turned on, and you can quickly start up and log in to Windows with a single touch.

・Equipped with Dolby Atmos and high-resolution audio technology

*Detailed specifications and release information for "ROG Flow X13 (2022)" will be announced at a later date.

ROG XG Mobile GC32

External Graphics Device for ROG Flow Series

Main features of the announced product

・External graphics device that can dramatically improve graphics performance

　ROG XG Mobile GC32 is an external graphics device exclusively for ROG Flow series equipped with AMD Radeon RX series. By connecting to the ROG Flow series, you can greatly improve the graphics performance of the ROG Flow series and make the game more comfortable. For example, you can use it as a mobile gaming laptop when you carry it around, and connect ROG XG Mobile when using it at home to enjoy games with the performance of an ultra-high-spec gaming laptop.

In addition, the ROG XG Mobile GC31 announced in 2021 will be a model with a built-in NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080/3070 Laptop GPU, and a total of 3 products will be available, including a model with an AMD Radeon RX series GPU. I'm here.

・Connect with a high-speed dedicated interface that maximizes GPU performance

　The existing general-purpose interface is not used to connect to the ROG Flow series, but a dedicated high-speed interface is used to maximize the performance of the GPU.

・Equipped with a wide variety of ports, it can also be used as an interface hub

ROG XG Mobile is equipped with USB Type-A x 4, DisplayPort 1.4 x 1, HDMI 2.1 x 1, and 2.5GBASE-T compatible LAN port x 1. With ROG XG Mobile, you can not only improve graphics performance, but also get the expandability of a gaming desktop PC.

*Detailed specifications and release information for the "ROG XG Mobile GC32" will be announced at a later date.

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