The G73Sw-A1 17.3" Notebook Computer from ASUS is a powerful 17.3" notebook computer, built to handle the intensive hardware demands that modern computer games place on a system. The computer's graphics engine is powered by the nVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M card, loaded with 1.5GB of GDDR5 video memory.
The computer is loaded with a Blu-ray drive. It is capable of playing HD movies from disc, either on the computer's 1080p display or an an HDTV via an HDMI connection. The drive can also read and write CDs and DVDs.
The system is powered by a 2GHz Intel i7-2630QM quad-core CPU which, coupled with the graphics card, can really push up frame rates in complex 3D video games. Thanks to Intel Turbo Boost Technology and the ASUS LevelUp function, you can overclock the system's CPU to up to 2.9GHz for enhanced performance.
Storage is handled by a hybrid storage system. The computer features two 500GB hard drives, each of which features an extra 4GB of SSD storage built-in. This improves performance, as the drives store frequently used files in the SSD portion of storage. The computer boasts 8GB of RAM, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, and a 2MP webcam. A THX TruStudio sound system provides crisp and clear audio output for a true multimedia experience. Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) is the installed operating system.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2GHz Intel Core i7-2630QM |
| Cache | L3: 6MB |
| System Bus | None |
| Memory |
Slots: 4x SO-DIMM 204-Pin Type: PC3-10600 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM Installed: 8GB Capacity: 16GB |
| Graphics Card |
Type: Dedicated Installed: nVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M with 1500MB GDDR5 SDRAM Dedicated |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Type | Widescreen |
| Size | 17.3" |
| Backlight | LED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive |
Bays: 2x Installed: 1008GB (2x 504GB 7200rpm + SSD) Type: SATA |
| Optical Drive | Tray-Load Blu-ray ROM with DVD Burning |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Ports |
1x USB 3.0 (A) 3x USB 2.0 (A) |
| Display |
1x VGA 1x HDMI |
| Audio |
Integrated Stereo Speakers Integrated Microphone 1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Headphone Output 1x 1/8" (3.5mm) Microphone Input |
| Expansion Slots | None |
| Flash Media Slot |
1x SD 1x MMC 1x MiniSD 1x Memory Stick 1x Memory Stick PRO 1x Memory Stick Duo 1x Memory Stick PRO Duo 1x xD-Picture Card |
| Communications | |
|---|---|
| Network | 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Modem | None |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.1+EDR |
| Webcam | Yes, 2MP |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) |
| Security | Kensington Lock Slot |
| Keyboard |
Type: Full-Size Features: Backlight, Numeric Keypad, Chiclet Style |
| Pointing Device | TouchPad |
| Battery | 8-Cell Lithium-Ion |
| Power Requirements | AC: 100-240 V AC, 50/60Hz |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.6 x 2.3 x 12.8" / 42.16 x 5.84 x 32.51 cm |
| Weight | 8 lb / 3.63 kg |