Advantages and Disadvantages of Asus G73JH-A1 (Review)
Posted on | June 6, 2010 | No Comments

Advantages of Asus G73JH-A1: Excellent performance; nicely configured for its cost
Disadvantages of Asus G73JH-A1: Smallish keyboard for the laptop’s size; no discrete media controls; massive power supply; basic port assortment; no Blu-ray playback software.
Other than some niggling design complaints, the Asus G73JH-A1 is an excellent high-performance desktop replacement for gaming or other demanding tasks.
Asus G73JH-A1 Specs:
Price Range: $1646.99 – $1646.99
- Manufacturer: Asus
- Part number: G73JH-A1
General
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Built-in DevicesStereo speakers, Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antenna
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Width16.6 in
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Depth12.8 in
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Height2.3 in
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Weight7.9 lbs
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ColorBlack
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Notebook typeGaming laptop
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Wireless capabilitiesBluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Processor
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ProcessorIntel Core i7 I7-720QM / 1.6 GHz
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Multi-Core TechnologyQuad-Core
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64-bit ComputingYes
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Chipset TypeMobile Intel HM55 Express
RAM
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Installed Size8 GB / 8 GB (max)
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TechnologyDDR3 SDRAM
Storage Controller
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Storage controller typeSerial ATA
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Storage Controller / Serial ATA InterfaceSerial ATA-150
Storage
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Floppy DriveNone
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Hard Drive500 GB – Serial ATA-150 – 7200 rpm
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Hard Drive (2nd)500 GB – Serial ATA-150 – 7200 rpm
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Storage RemovableNone
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Hard drive typePortable
Optical Storage
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TypeDVD-Writer / BD-ROM
Optical Storage (2nd)
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2nd optical storage typeNone
Card Reader
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Card reader type8 in 1 card reader
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Supported flash memory cardsMemory Stick, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, SmartMedia Card, xD-Picture Card, Memory Stick Duo
Display
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Display Type17.3 in TFT active matrix
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Max Resolution1920 x 1080
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Widescreen DisplayYes
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FeaturesGlare, Color Shine, LED-backlit, Zero Bright Dot, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology
Video
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Graphics Processor / VendorATI Mobility Radeon HD 5870
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Video Memory1 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Audio
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Audio output typeSound card
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Audio output compliant standardsEAX 4.0, EAX ADVANCED HD
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Audio Output FeaturesAltec Lansing speakers
Notebook Camera
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Camera TypeIntegrated
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Sensor Resolution2 Megapixel
Input Device(s)
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Input device typeMouse, Keyboard, Touchpad
Networking
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NetworkingNetwork adapter
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Networking / Wireless LAN SupportedYes
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Data link protocolEthernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
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Networking standardsIEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1
Expansion / Connectivity
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Expansion Slots Total (Free)Memory
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Interfaces1 x Microphone – Input – Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Headphones – Output – Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 x Display / video – VGA – 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 4 x Hi-Speed USB – 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Network – Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T – RJ-45, 1 x Display / video – HDMI – 19 pin HDMI Type A
Miscellaneous
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Included AccessoriesGaming Mouse, Carrying backpack
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FeaturesExpress Gate
Power
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Power device form factorExternal
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Voltage RequiredAC 120/230 V
Battery
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Technology8-cell
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Installed Qty1
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Battery capacity5200 mAh
Operating System / Software
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OS ProvidedMicrosoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Edition
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Microsoft Office ReadyIncludes a preinstalled image of select 2007 Microsoft Office suites. Purchase a Medialess License Kit (MLK) to activate the software.
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SoftwareASUS Hotkey, ASUS Splendid, Virtual Camera, ASUS LifeFrame3, ASUS NB Probe +, ASUS SmartLogon, ASUS AI Recovery, ASUS Fancy Start, ASUS Live Update, ASUS Express Gate, ASUS Screen Saver, Nero 8 Essentials, CyberLink Power2Go, ASUS Wireless Console, InterVideo WinDVD 8 BD, ASUS Power4 Gear Hybrid, Adobe Acrobat Reader 9.0, Trend Micro Internet Security 2010
Manufacturer Warranty
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Service & Support2 years warranty
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Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty – 2 years, Accidental damage coverage – 1 year, Limited warranty – Battery – 1 year
Category: Laptop
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