ASUS ROG Gladius II Origin Mouse Review

ASUS’s Republic of Gamers peripheral series has recently released their second iteration to the Gladius Origin mouse. Sticking with the original physical characteristics, ASUS has revamped the optical sensor to a staggering 12000 DPI range, granting serious accuracy on all high end monitors. Key highlights of this product not only lays within the engineering of the drivers, but the ability of physically replacing the micro switches (which was also a popular option in the first generation). Of course it would not be a ROG product without a beautiful lighting presentation…

8 June 2018PeripheralsBy Joe Gulczinski

ASUS ROG Strix Flare Mechanical Keyboard Review

ASUS has always been a forefront in the PC industry focusing on fundamentals, innovation, and aesthetics. Their latest product featured from the special Republic of Gamers or ROG, is the Strix Flare Cherry MX mechanical keyboard. ROG is a recognized leader in gaming and overclocking performance, where the Strix term refers to advanced enhancements or features (compared to standard stock bins). In this case it is the customizing of profiles and a great plethora of RGB spectrum displays on the very keys themselves!

20 February 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS HC102 Windows Mixed Reality Headset Debuts

ASUS today announced the ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset HC102. Its unique and innovative design, featuring a beautiful 3D pattern and a comfy weight-balanced construction with premium antibacterial cushioned materials, means it’s not only stylish but also supremely cool and comfortable for extended use. Unlike other headsets, the ASUS Windows Mixed Reality Headset HC102 doesn’t need any external sensors, making initial setup incredibly easy — users will be ready to play in less than 10 minutes. What’s more, the headset supports over 20,000 Windows apps and more than 2,000 Steam® VR titles, so users can watch immersive 360° videos, play games like never before or get on with important work or school projects. And importantly, the headset is also compatible […]

1 February 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Blue Cave AC2600 Wi-Fi Router Launched

ASUS today launched Blue Cave, a high-performance AC2600 Wi-Fi router based on Intel’s latest connected home technology that’s built to meet the demanding needs of modern smart homes. Blue Cave is an easy-to-use, innovatively designed router featuring family-friendly features like easy PC-free network setup and control, via the intuitive ASUS Router App for Android and iOS devices. It’s built to cope easily with the increasingly complex and bandwidth-heavy demands of smart home networks, offering superb multi-device performance powered by the Intel® Home WiFi chipset, comprehensive commercial-grade security with ASUS AiProtection, and out-of-the-box IoT integration with Amazon Alexa and IFTTT. “Combining years of ASUS experience in wireless innovation and Intel’s connected home technology, Blue Cave delivers ultrafast WiFi speeds throughout your […]

14 August 201714 August 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ROG Rampage VI X299 Motherboards Debut

The latest generation of high-end desktop motherboards have arrived from Republic of Gamers (ROG) and are more than worth the wait. Based on Intel’s new X299 platform, the ROG Rampage VI Extreme and Rampage VI Apex motherboards are designed to help gamers and enthusiasts get the most out of their PCs. ROG is the leader in motherboard design and innovation. Our engineers tailored the Rampage series for different priorities: the Rampage VI Extreme lives up to its name for drool-worthy dream machines with custom liquid cooling and ultra-fast networking, the Rampage VI Apex unabashedly targets peak game performance and record-breaking overclocking. Shared Innovations Define the ROG X299 Family Both Rampage boards share the same DNA—essential features that enthusiasts in the […]

20 July 201720 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ROG Pugio Ambidextrous Gaming Mouse Launched

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is excited to launch Pugio, an ambidextrous gaming mouse that offers ultimate customizability to meet the needs of most hardcore gamers. Its configurable side buttons let you decide on your own side button layout, while exclusive push-fit switch sockets offer variable click resistance. The push-fit design makes it easy to replace worn out switches to extend the lifespan of the mouse. The Pugio features stunning, aggressive aesthetics to match its performance — including angular ASUS Aura RGB light channels with Aura Sync support. Ergonomically Designed for Marathon Gaming Ambidextrous mice with side buttons usually feature a mirrored button layout to accommodate both right- and left-handed gamers. The drawback of this design is that it often […]

20 July 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

New ASUS X299 Motherboards Introduced

The X299 platform is designed for the enthusiasts, the power users, the creative professionals, and every user seeking the ultimate DIY computing experience. Go beyond performance with the best X299 Motherboards from ASUS and the Republic of Gamers. Synchronize RGB LEDs and lighting effects across Aura Sync-enabled hardware and accessories to create dazzling themes in perfect harmony. Personalize your build with eye-catching designs and improve performance with ASUS – the first motherboard brand to introduce a dedicated mount to support 3D-printed parts. Prime X299-Deluxe – Beyond Limits MSRP $309.99 USD The Prime X299-Deluxe is primed to outperform. 5-Way Optimization automatically tailors overclocking profiles to your unique build delivering 1-click overclocking and dynamic system cooling for maximum OC performance. Known for […]

27 May 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Republic of Gamers Rapture GT-AC5300 Router Introduced

First ever battle-ready ROG gaming router, with tri-band AC5300 Wi-Fi, 8-port gigabit LAN, powerful PC-grade 1.8GHz 64-bit quad-core CPU and ROG Gaming Center ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Rapture GT-AC5300, the first ROG router designed specifically for gaming.Modern online games require close teamwork and precise control from players; even a second of unwanted network latency can lose a game. To date, most routers labeled as ‘gaming routers’ are largely defined by their fast Wi-Fi data rates. With over 10 years at the forefront of gaming hardware, ROG knows that a good data rate is not the only thing gamers need: features that improve the actual gameplay experience are equally important. Such is the design thinking behind ROG Rapture […]

8 January 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS G11 Gaming Desktop Released

Popular high-performance gaming desktop updated with the latest Intel Core processor for next-level gaming performance ASUS today announced that the ASUS G11 gaming desktop is now available with the latest 7th Generation Intel® Core™ processors. This gives G11 the processing performance required to run the latest games smoothly at the highest graphics settings. G11 can be specified with up to an NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics card, which delivers up to three times (3x) the performance of previous generation NVIDIA graphics cards. In addition, G11 features the exclusive ASUS Aegis III gaming utility for easy access to system features and XSplit Gamecaster gameplay recording and sharing. Intel Core processors for blazing-fast gaming performance The 7th Generation Intel Core processor provides […]

24 December 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Zenbo Robot Announced

Various industries and a government agency partner with ASUS to enrich the Zenbo experience through features and services ASUS today announced at a press event in Taipei that the Mandarin edition of Zenbo — the first ASUS robot designed to provide assistance, entertainment, and companionship to families — will be available for pre-order in Taiwan from 1st January, 2017. The press event opened with a chorus of 10 Zenbo robots performing onstage, singing holiday songs for the audience. Following the performance, ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih introduced Zenbo’s features and shared his vision of enabling robotic computing for every household. “For decades, humans have dreamed of owning such a companion: one that is smart, dear to our hearts, and always at […]

17 December 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Xonar U7 MKII USB Sound Card Released

Compact, USB-powered soundcard and headphone amplifier features true 7.1-channel, 192kHz/24-bit HD surround sound, with Sonic Studio for full and intuitive audio control ASUS today announced Xonar U7 MKII, a high-quality USB sound card and headphone amplifier. The compact Xonar U7 MKII is an upgraded version of the acclaimed Xonar U7 and features true 7.1-channel,192kHz/24-bit high-definition (HD) surround-sound output for incredible audio performance. Xonar U7 MKII comes with ASUS Sonic Studio, a software utility with an intuitive single-screen interface that provides complete control over a wide range of audio features, and Sonic Radar Pro, a feature for gamers that visually maps in-game sounds in first-person shooter (FPS) games to provide a competitive advantage. Compact size, spectacular sound ASUS Xonar U7 MKII […]

3 September 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ZenBook UX330UA Laptop Announced

Thinnest-ever 13.3-inch model in the award-winning ZenBook ultraportable laptop family delivers non-stop elegance with 12-hour battery life ASUS today announced the elegant and powerful ZenBook UX330UA, the thinnest-ever 13.3-inch ZenBook model. Precision-crafted from solid aluminum and powered by a high-performance up to Intel Core i7 processor, the 13.5mm-thin ZenBook UX330UA is 15 percent thinner than its predecessor — the highly-acclaimed ZenBook UX305 — and is also one of the world’s slimmest 13.3-inch laptops to feature this processor. With a crisp and vibrant up to QHD+ (3200 by 1800) display — the highest resolution available at this size — and a weight of just 1.2kg, the sophisticated ZenBook UX330UA is the ultimate ultraportable for discerning users. ZenBook UX330UA has an incredible […]

28 August 201628 August 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS RT-AC58U Wi-Fi Router Announced

Powerful AC1300-class Wi-Fi router with MU-MIMO technology delivers outstanding coverage and smooth multi-device performance ASUS today announced RT-AC58U, a dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi router featuring AC1300-class combined concurrent speeds of up to 1267Mbps. RT-AC58U addresses the common problem of Wi-Fi congestion in the home caused by a proliferation of connected devices, with a design that delivers improved performance and range for busy home networks in multi-device households. It features four external high-gain antennas and supports the revolutionary multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO) technology, which works with compatible MU-MIMO devices to allow multiple devices to operate simultaneously at their maximum possible speed. A powerful quad-core processor combined with 128MB of fast DDR3 RAM gives RT-AC58U superior multi-tasking capabilities and the ability to deliver smooth […]

9 August 20164 August 2017PeripheralsBy Meng Vang

ASUS ROG Spatha Gaming Mouse Review

The ASUS ROG Spatha Wireless/ Wired gaming mouse brings wireless gaming to the desktop. It has an aggressive body design, six tactile side buttons, RGB lighting, and swappable left and right OMRON switches. The magnesium alloy chassis promotes durability and the sparkly steel-gray non-stick coating prevents the finish from wearing off after years of usage. Inside of the ROG Spatha is the 8200 DPI Avago 9800 laser sensor. When the mouse battery runs low, a provided micro-USB cable can be connected directly to the mouse to charge it as you play. A charging station/ wireless receiver is included in the box to charge and show off the mouse when it is not in use. At Benchmark Reviews, we will take a look at what the ROG Spatha has to offer over the competition.

30 July 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Z170 Pro Gaming/Aura Motherboard Announced

ASUS today announced Z170 Pro Gaming/Aura, the world’s first 3D-printing-friendly motherboard with a patent-pending mounting design, plus Aura RGB LED lighting to enable the creation of exciting color-matched custom builds with ease. Z170 Pro Gaming/Aura is packed with many exclusive features optimized for the best gaming experience and incorporating multiple performance-boosting overclocking technologies. Features include flawless gaming audio with SupremeFX and Sonic Radar II, plus superior gaming networking and speed with Intel Gigabit Ethernet, LANGuard, GameFirst IV and RAMCache technologies. The new motherboard even protects itself and the gamer with Gamer’s Guardian components, multiple smart DIY features and the all-new, reinforced SafeSlot PCIe®. Based on the Intel® Z170 chipset, Z170 Pro Gaming/Aura’s ASUS-exclusive performance-enhancing features include 5-Way Optimization auto-tuning technology […]

17 July 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS TUF Sabertooth 990FX R3.0 Motherboard Announced

ASUS today announced TUF Sabertooth 990FX R3.0, a new ATX motherboard with an exclusive digital-camouflage design — and the first TUF model with ASUS Aura LED illumination built in. Based on the AMD® 990FX/SB950 chipset and compatible with processors for the AMD AM3+ socket, TUF Sabertooth 990FX R3.0 features SafeSlot, the patent-pending reinforced PCI Express® (PCIe®) slot from ASUS, and the easy-view Q-LED indicator light for simple boot analysis. TUF’s latest motherboard also includes the latest connectivity with three USB 3.1 Type-A and one reversible Type-C ports on board, and delivers 24/7 durability with military-grade TUF Components, TUF ESD Guards 2 to fend off electrostatic discharge, TUF LANGuard for reliable networking, and a five-year warranty for complete peace of mind. […]

28 May 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS PL-AC56 Networking Kit Introduced

HomePlug AV2 powerline adapter kit with dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi offers 1200Mbps wired and wireless networking via any power outlet. ASUS today announced PL-AC56 Kit, a complete HomePlug® AV2 powerline networking kit with ultra-fast dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi connectivity. This powerful AC1200-class kit gives users an easy, instant way extend wired and Wi-Fi networks to hard-to-reach areas of the home, and is especially convenient for extending internet access between floors in multi-floor homes. With 1200Mbps powerline connectivity, three Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports and 1200Mbps Wi-Fi, PL-AC56 Kit has more than enough bandwidth and expandability to deliver high-speed internet access throughout the home, all achieved via existing electrical wiring without any cable mess. Powerful and convenient connectivity ASUS PL-AC56 Kit uses the latest […]

14 May 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS X99 Signature and ROG Strix Motherboards Introduced

ASUS and Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced ASUS Signature X99-Deluxe II, X99-A II and X99-E, along with ROG Strix X99 Gaming from the latest ROG Strix Series line-up — four all-new ATX motherboards based on the Intel® X99 chipset and loaded with exclusive technologies to maximize the potential of the new Intel Core™ i7 processor family for socket LGA 2011-v3. Commenting on the new product line-up, Joe Hsieh, ASUS Corporate Vice President & General Manager of Motherboard Business Unit said: “Our X99 motherboards have won awards from many respected publications and editors around the world, with ASUS consistently praised as the number-one motherboard brand. We are keen to offer best-selling, easy-to-use, stable and trusted motherboards — that’s why we […]

31 January 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS VivoMini VC65 and VC65R Mini PCs Announced

High-performance mini PCs powered by up to 6th-generation Intel Core processors, featuring RAID support and a versatile modular design with three configuration options ASUS today announced its latest mini PCs, the VivoMini VC65 Series. The VC65 and VC65R mini PCs feature a versatile modular design with three storage and optical drive configurations1 for increased performance, productivity, and entertainment. They are the world’s smallest mini PCs that can accommodate up to four 2.5-inch SSD or HDD storage modules. VivoMini VC65 Series mini PCs are designed for a wide range of computing tasks for the home or office, and are powered by up to desktop-grade 6th-generation Intel® Core™ processors. The top-of-the-line VivoMini VC65R model features built-in RAID support, making it ideal for […]

23 January 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS ZenDrive U7M External USB DVD Writer Announced

ASUS today announced ZenDrive U7M (SDRW-08U7M-U), an ultra-slim external USB DVD writer with M-DISC® archival media support. Designed to help users protect their lifelong memories — such as family photos and home videos — M-DISC DVDs can store data for 1,000 years or more1, giving the peace of mind that these important moments will be safe for generations to come. ZenDrive U7M comes with two free M-DISC DVDs2, so users can get started preserving their priceless memories and important data immediately. ZenDrive U7M is stylish with an incredibly slim 13mm form factor, making it the perfect companion for thin and light laptops. Its sleek, Zen-inspired design with the signature ASUS concentric-circle finish adds sophisticated aesthetics to any computer setup. With […]

16 January 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS TUF Sabertooth Z170 S Motherboard Announced

ASUS today announced TUF Sabertooth Z170 S, a new ATX motherboard with stunning arctic-white digital camouflage and packed with many exclusive features for ultimate cooling. These include TUF Thermal Radar 2 fan management, TUF ICe temperature sensors, the TUF Detective 2 companion app for remote monitoring and control, and a color-matched Q-LED indicator light for boot analysis. The new Intel® Z170 Express-based motherboard for 6th-generation Intel Core™ processors also boasts the latest connectivity with both USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and reversible Type-C ports on board, and delivers 24/7 durability with military-grade TUF Components, upgraded TUF ESD Guards 2 to fend off electrostatic discharge, TUF LANGuard for reliable networking, and a five-year warranty for complete peace of mind. Designed tough, […]

30 December 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Maximus VIII Formula ATX Gaming Motherboard Announced

Z170 gaming motherboard with best-in-class CrossChill EK liquid cooling, sleekly strong ROG Armor and Aura RGB LED lighting ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Maximus VIII Formula, a Z170 Express chipset-based ATX gaming motherboard with exclusive CrossChill EK cooling, epic aesthetics and strength with Aura RGB lighting and ROG Armor, and 5-Way Optimization, Intel® Gigabit Ethernet and LANGuard to deliver game-conquering performance. Equipped with an LGA1151 socket and optimized to unleash the maximum performance of 6th-generation Intel Core™ (‘Skylake’) processors and DDR4 memory, Maximus VIII Formula is also engineered with champion-level SupremeFX 2015 audio technology to elevate even the smallest in-game sound details — making every battle arena sound as real as life. The new board is also kitted […]

29 November 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS Maximus VIII Hero Alpha Motherboard Announced

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced Maximus VIII Hero Alpha, an ATX Z170-based gaming motherboard packed with advanced gamer-friendly features and the very latest connectivity — and the world’s first motherboard with an integrated RGB header compatible with standard 12V RGB LED strips for instant custom illumination. Maximus VIII Hero Alpha is the latest evolution of ROG’s gamer-delighting Maximus VIII Hero motherboard, upping the game with the two new four-pin headers for RGB strips, 2×2 (2T2R) 802.11ac Wi-Fi with Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO), USB 3.1 Type-A and Type-C powered by an Intel® USB 3.1 controller for super-speed data transfers of up to 10Gbit/s, and dual NVM Express (NVMe) U.2 sockets and M.2 for extreme 32Gbit/s transfers and up to three-way […]

22 November 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS N552 and N752 Laptops Introduced

ASUS today announced two new N Series laptops, the 15.6-inch N552 and the 17.3-inch N752. These are the latest and most powerful models in this entertainment-focused range, delivering unprecedented performance from the latest 6th-generation quad-core Intel® Core™ i7 processors with gaming-grade NVIDIA® GTX® series graphics. The new models incorporate the latest and fastest technology, including 10Gbit/s SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1 Gen 2) with the revolutionary Type-C port, DDR4 RAM, and ultra-fast PCIe® 3.0 x4 SSD storage options. Stunningly-detailed, immersive visuals with accurate color reproduction are provided by up to 4K/UHD (3840×2160) wide-gamut IPS displays. Both models feature exclusive ASUS SonicMaster audio, incorporating ICEpower® technology, for incredible sound quality. The aluminum-clad, easy-to-open design of N552 and N752 is practical yet sophisticated, […]

22 November 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS X456, X556, and X756 Laptops Announced

ASUS today announced the latest X Series laptops – X456, X556, and X756. These 14-, 15.6- and 17.3-inch laptops feature elegant glossy, spun-, or brushed-metal-effect finish chassis and are available in five expressive colors: Chocolate Brown, Navy Blue, Arctic Snow, Glamour Red, and Icicle Gold. ASUS X Series is powered by up to the latest 6th-generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor, and feature up to NVIDIA® GeForce® 940M graphics for gaming-grade Full HD visuals. In addition, ASUS Eye Care technology reduces blue light emission by up to 33% to protect users’ eyes during long hours of use. Intel Core performance and NVIDIA graphics ASUS X Series laptops are powered by the up to latest 6th-generation IntelCorei7 processor with up to 8GB […]