ASUS ROG 15.6" GL551JW Core i7 4720HQ (2.60 GHz) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M 16 GB 500GB SSD Windows 8.1 Gaming Laptop

ASUS ROG GL551JW-DS71 Gaming Laptop, Made for the Republic of Gamers

Made to move. Ready for battle. The stylish ASUS ROG GL551JW-DS71 Gaming Laptop is the pinnacle of portable gaming at the palm of your hands. It combines industry-leading components and lots of gaming-optimized features with superb thermal design, giving you unstoppable performance to obliterate the opposition. Confidently play the hottest tittles anywhere, anytime.

Features at a Glance

High performance with Intel Core i7-4710HQ processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M 2GB graphics
Sleek brushed aluminum design with a 15.6” FHD anti-glare display for great mobility and high quality visual experience
Majestic red backlit keyboard with adjustable brightness level and highlighted WASD keys, great for gaming even in dark environments
Advanced cooling efficiency design keeps the device cool at all times for maximum stability and minimum noise
Enhanced audio experience with ROG AudioWizard

Impressive Processing Power

Armed with the speedy 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor, the GL551JW sets all-new benchmarks for powerful performance, so you never have to slow down even on-the-go. Now you can play when you want, how you want.

Stunning NVIDIA GeForce Visuals

Get a boost in graphics with the high-end NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics. It’s powered by the groundbreaking NVIDIA Maxwell architecture, and utilizes an array of innovative NVIDIA technologies – like NVIDIA Voxel Global Illumination, MFAA, Dynamic Super Resolution, GameStream and more, for unmatched GPU performance. This means you can now take on even the most challenging games at high settings for a smooth, ultra high-definition, 4K experience.

Play it Cool

Heat is a gamer's worst enemy, as it can cause unreliability and performance degradation - but not with the ROG G series gaming laptops. With expertly-designed powerful thermal solution, the GL551’s exterior is tested and proven to be kept at a comfortable temperature level at all times for maximum stability - and maximum gaming pleasure.

Immerse Yourself into Full HD Gaming World

Whether you’re the hero or the villain, get ready to be immersed in a Full HD gaming world through a 15.6" anti-glare display.

Audio for the Win

The GL551’s audio system packs a punch, featuring ASUS’ exclusive SonicMaster technology with large speakers and resonance chambers to deliver more powerful sound and deeper bass. This rock-solid audio foundation also comes with ROG AudioWizard, letting you personalize sound settings or choose between 5 preset modes for the ultimate winning soundtrack.

Ultra-responsive One-piece Backlit Keyboard

With long travel keys for instant response, the seamless one-piece backlit keyboard is a joy to use even after extended sessions. In addition to the highlighted WASD keys, you can also adjust the brightness of the red keyboard backlight at any time for maximum visibility, making it easy to game anywhere, any time.

Black. Red. Stealth – Know an ROG When Your See One

With its precision gaming controls, adjustable backlit keyboard, cool brushed aluminum finish and majestic red design touches, the GL551 is here to show the world you're serious about gaming with its instantly-recognizable style infused with ROG DNA.

Model
Brand ASUS

Series ROG GL551 series

Model GL551JW-DS71

Quick Info
Color Black

Operating System Windows 8.1 64-Bit (Free upgrade to windows 10)

CPU Intel Core i7-4720HQ 2.6 GHz

Screen 15.6"

Memory 16 GB DDR3L

Storage 500GB SSD

Optical Drive DL DVD+-RW/CD-RW

Graphics Card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M

Video Memory 2 GB

Communication Gigabit LAN and WLAN

Dimensions (W x D x H) 15.00" x 10.00" x 0.60"-1.30"

Weight 6.00 lbs.

CPU
CPU Type Intel Core i7

CPU Speed 4720HQ (2.60 GHz)

Number of Cores Quad-core Processor

CPU L3 Cache 6 MB

Chipset
Chipset Intel HM86

Display
Screen Size 15.6"

Touchscreen No

Wide Screen Support Yes

Display Type Full HD

Resolution 1920 x 1080

LCD Features Matte

Operating Systems
Operating System Windows 8.1 64-Bit (Free upgrade to windows 10)

Graphics
GPU/VPU NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M

Video Memory Dedicated 2 GB

Graphic Type Dedicated Card

Solid State Drive
SSD 500GB

Memory

Memory 16 GB

Memory Speed DDR3L 1600

Memory Spec 8 GB x 2

Memory Slot (Total) 2

Memory Slot (Available) 0

Max Memory Supported 16 GB

Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type DVD±R/RW

Optical Drive Spec DL DVD+-RW/CD-RW

Communications
LAN 10/100/1000Mbps

WLAN 802.11a/g/n Wireless LAN

Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0

Ports
USB 3 x USB 3.0

Video Port 1 x Mini DisplayPort

HDMI 1 x HDMI

Audio Ports 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack

Input Device
Touchpad Yes

Keyboard Illuminated Chiclet

Backlit Keyboard Backlit

Webcam HD Camera

Card Reader SD / MMC / MS

General
Style bStandard

Type Gaming & Entertainment

Usage Consumer

Power
Battery 6-cell lithium ion

Battery Life Up to 5 Hour(s)

Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions (W x D x H) 15.00" x 10.00" x 0.60"-1.30"

Weight 6.00 lbs.