The N73Jq-A2 17.3" Notebook Computer from ASUS is a 17.3" notebook computer, perfect for day-to-day use. The computer features an enhanced B&O ICEpower audio system, powered by ASUS SonicMaster technology. Graphics are handled by a dedicated nVIDIA GeForce GT 425M GPU with 1GB of DDR3 VRAM. A Blu-ray drive is present for HD disc playback. It can also read and burn CDs and DVDs.
The computer features a USB 3.0 port, which is up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. It allows you to use the latest external storage devices that support the USB 3.0 protocol, without having to add an expansion card.
The system is powered by a quad-core 1.73GHz Intel i7-740QM CPU, which can be clocked at up to 2.93GHz thanks to the Intel Turbo Boost system. It boasts 6GB of RAM, a 500GB 7200rpm hard drive, 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, 3 USB 2.0 ports, a USB 3.0 port, eSATA, and HDMI. Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit) is the installed operating system.
SonicMaster revamps notebook audio, balancing sound, noise reduction, volume, and dynamic range to eliminate distortion and boost performance. The superior resonance chamber design and materials used culminate in delivering sound system-like audio quality never before heard on a notebook.
- Increases the maximum resolution to 4K x 2K -- 3840 x 2160p at 24/25/30Hz and 4096 x 2160p at 24Hz, which is a resolution used in digital theaters
- Allows for a 100Mbps Ethernet connection between the two HDMI connected devices -- as well as an Audio Return Channel and 3D Over HDMI