ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Strix (GL504) Hero II and SCAR II Gaming Laptops

Fremont, CA and Taipei, Taiwan (June 4, 2018) - ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the ROG Strix (GL504) Hero II and SCAR II, all-new versions of the successful esports gaming laptops built exclusively for multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) first-person shooters (FPS) titles. Both offer a narrow-bezel design that allows for a more immersive experience for gaming on the go. Their slim frame makes the display feel more expansive and keeps focus on the class-leading panel, whose 144Hz refresh rate and ultra-fast 3-ms response elicit unparalleled smoothness and exceptional clarity. In addition, both are equipped with Intel six-core Coffee Lake processors and NVIDIA 10-series GeForce GTX graphics capable of delivering triple-digit frame rates in popular esports titles. Carefully tuned cooling, via proprietary HyperCool Pro technology keeps crucial components running at top speed during intense gaming sessions, and other improvements included an enhanced HyperStrike Pro keyboard, upgraded the lighting, and a four-antenna WiFi system enhanced with ROG RangeBoost for faster, improved connectivity.

The ROG Strix Hero II is identifiable by the diagonal 3D texture on the lid and cyberpunk pattern on the palm rest. With GTX 1060 graphics, it’s ideal for serving up triple-digit framerates in battle arenas. The ROG Strix SCAR II is the weapon of choice for first-person shooters. It’s designed for battle with a camouflage-and-Kevlar finish, and is available with up to GTX 1070 graphics to handle the more demanding GPU requirements typical of FPS titles.

Superior, narrow-bezel gaming display with 144Hz refresh rate and 3ms GTG time

The ROG Strix laptops have a thinner bezel that allows for a bigger display inside a more compact chassis. Despite packing a similarly sized 15.6” screen to its ROG Strix (GL503) predecessor, the ROG Strix are nearly an inch narrower, and the smaller footprint also takes up less lap and tabletop space. The thinner borders around the display create a more vivid image, and the thicker bezel and the bottom elevates the screen to a comfortable viewing height.

Because refresh rate and response time are top priorities for hardcore gaming and competitive esports, ASUS worked closely with panel maker AUO to develop a narrow-bezel display that meets the exacting specifications required. Only available on the ROG Strix laptops, this IPS-type panel pairs a blazing 144Hz refresh rate and quick 3-ms response time. The higher refresh rate enables a true 144-FPS experience with minimal input lag, while the faster response reduces ghosting and blurring to produce a clearer picture. These benefits are an advantage in any gaming situation, and they’re especially vital for esports, where professional players require virtually instantaneous translation between thought and action.

High Performance, Professional-Grade Components

The new ROG Strix gaming laptops are powered by up to the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processor with up to 32GB of DDR4 2666MHz memory. Delivering high-refresh rate requires a high-powered GPU. The ROG Strix laptops use Pascal-based discrete graphics and are available with a GeForce GTX 1060 that can reach triple-digit frame rates in top esports titles or a GTX 1070 that provides additional power for AAA blockbusters and demanding games.