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Laptop Asus ROG GL742VW

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The Asus ROG GL742VW laptop is designed to meet the needs of gamers and professionals. With its 17.3-inch screen and a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, it offers an immersive and high-quality visual experience. Equipped with a Intel® Core™ i5-6300HQ quad-core processor, it ensures smooth performance for demanding tasks, with a Turbo frequency of up to 3.2 GHz.

This model features a NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M graphics card and 1.7 GB of video memory, guaranteeing optimal performance for gaming and multimedia applications. Its 6 GB DDR4 RAM is expandable up to 32 GB, allowing for efficient multitasking management.

Storage is provided by a 1 TB hard drive, offering ample space for your files and applications. The pre-installed operating system is Windows 10 Home, ensuring a familiar and user-friendly interface.

For user comfort, the Asus ROG GL742VW is equipped with a full keyboard with Windows keys and a touchpad. Its sleek black and gray design and dimensions of 415 mm x 270 mm x 31 mm make it a device that combines aesthetics and performance. Additionally, it features modern connectivity options such as Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.0.

In summary, the Asus ROG GL742VW is a robust laptop, ideal for users seeking power, graphical performance, and an enriching user experience.

Manual of product ROG GL742VW

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Editorial note

The Asus ROG GL742VW stands out for its powerful performance, thanks to the Intel® Core™ i5-6300HQ processor, which offers a Turbo frequency of 3.2 GHz and 4 cores. This allows for efficient multitasking management, making it a solid choice for demanding users. The user experience is also pleasant, with a 17.3-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) display and LED backlighting, ideal for multimedia content and gaming. In terms of design, the laptop features a sleek and ergonomic appearance, with a full keyboard and a touchpad that ensure comfortable use. However, its weight of 3000 g may make it impractical for mobile use, which could deter users looking for a lightweight portable. Additionally, the lack of a numeric keypad could be a drawback for those who frequently perform data entry or calculations. The 48 Wh battery is acceptable, but it may not provide sufficient autonomy for extended sessions without access to a power outlet. Finally, the absence of USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt ports limits connectivity options and may affect data transfer speeds for modern peripherals. In summary, the Asus ROG GL742VW offers good performance and a pleasant user experience, but its weight and certain connectivity limitations may not meet the expectations of all users.

Score details

Performance

The performance is powerful thanks to the Intel® Core™ i5-6300HQ processor, offering a Turbo frequency of 3.2 GHz and 4 cores to efficiently handle multitasking tasks.

User experience

The user experience is pleasant with a 17.3-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) screen and LED backlighting, ideal for multimedia content and gaming.

Battery life

The 48 Wh battery is acceptable, but may not provide sufficient autonomy for extended sessions without access to a power outlet.

Design

The design is sleek and ergonomic, with a full keyboard and a touchpad, offering comfortable use for work and entertainment.

Value for money

Although the computer offers good performance, its weight of 3000 g and the lack of USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt ports may limit its appeal to some users.

Usability

The absence of a numeric keypad may be a drawback for those who frequently perform data entry or calculation tasks.

Advantages

Powerful Intel® Core™ i5 processor

Immersive 17.3-inch Full HD display

Fast 1000 GB hard drive

Built-in Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.0

Ergonomic design with full keyboard

Disadvantages

Heavy weight, inconvenient to carry

Lack of numeric keypad

Limited battery life

No USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt ports

Aging processor for demanding applications

Technical Specifications ROG GL742VW

General Information

Processor

  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    i5-6300HQ
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    3.2 GHz
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Processor frequency
    2.3 GHz
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    14 nm
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1440
  • Stepping
    R0
  • Computer bus
    8 GT/s
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Processor cache memory
    6 Mo
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Bus type
    DMI3
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    45 W
  • Processor code name
    Skylake
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • Processor series
    Intel® Core™ i5-6300 Mobile Series
  • ECC supported by the processor
    Non
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Configurable TDP down
    35 W
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 6th generation

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 530
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR5
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    350 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    950 MHz
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0x191B
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    1.7 GB
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    12.0
  • OpenGL version of integrated graphics card
    4.4
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Black, Grey
  • Format
    Hinge
  • Market position
    Play

Keyboard

  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Full keyboard
    Yes
  • Full keyboard
    Yes
  • Full keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 10 Home
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit

Memory

  • Type of internal memory
    DDR4-SDRAM
  • Memory frequency
    2133 MHz
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    32 GB
  • Internal memory
    6 GB

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel® HM170

Storage support

  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    MMC, SD
  • Hard drive capacity
    1000 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    1000 GB
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    7200 RPM
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Optical reader
    DVD Super Multi DL

Screen

  • Screen size
    17.3 "
  • Touch screen
  • LED backlighting
    No
  • Display area
    Yes
  • Image format
    Matte
  • Screen resolution
    16:9
  • Type HD
    1920 x 1080 pixels
  • Full HD

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    4
  • Battery capacity
    48 Wh

Power

  • AC power adapter
    120 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Output current of the power adapter
    6.32 A
  • Output voltage of the power adapter
    19 V

Security

  • Password protection
    Yes
  • Cable lock location type
    Kensington
  • Password protection
    Yes
  • Password protection
    BIOS, HDD

Audio

  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    3000 g
  • Width
    415 mm
  • Depth
    270 mm
  • Height
    31 mm

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Bluetooth model
    4.0
  • Wifi standards
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)

Connectivity

  • Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports
    2
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt ports
    0
  • Headset / microphone port
    Yes
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Quantity of USB Type C ports 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    1
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Certificate

  • Certification
    UL
  • TUV
  • MIC
  • CE Marking Compliance
  • FCC Compliance
  • BSMI
  • Australia C-TICK / NZ A-Tick Compliance
  • CCC
  • CB
  • EPEAT
  • EU Flower
  • Energy star
  • WEEE
  • RoHS

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    RoHS
  • ENERGY STAR

Special features of the processor

  • Supported instruction set
    SSE4.1
  • Processor code
    SSE4.2
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    AVX 2.0
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    SR2FP
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    No
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    2.0
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    Yes
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    No
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    1
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    Yes
  • Graphic lithography and IMC
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    No
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    14 nm
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    No
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    Yes
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    Yes
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    1.00
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    1.00
  • SIPP Version (Intel® Stable Image Platform Program)
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    0.00
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    1.00
  • Processor ID ARK
    42 x 28 mm
  • Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
    Yes
  • Version of Intel® identity protection technology
    88959
  • Yes
  • 1.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you are using. For example, a 25 Mb/s connection means that, theoretically, you can download up to 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This measurement corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you can measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI stand for?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable is used to transmit audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, a slightly damp cloth or a soft, clean cloth is recommended. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, using compressed air is ideal.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to remove dirt. You can also clean the keys with a slightly damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transfer between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range between devices can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Asus ROG GL742VW?
The Asus ROG GL742VW weighs 3000 g.
What certifications does the Asus ROG GL742VW have?
The Asus ROG GL742VW is certified by several standards: UL, TUV, MIC, CE compliance, FCC compliance, BSMI, Australia C-TICK / NZ A-Tick certification, CCC, CB, EPEAT, EU Flower, Energy Star, WEEE, and RoHS.
What is the screen size of the Asus ROG GL742VW?
The screen of the Asus ROG GL742VW measures 17.3 inches.
What is the height of the Asus ROG GL742VW?
The Asus ROG GL742VW has a height of 31 mm.
What is the resolution of the screen of the Asus ROG GL742VW?
The resolution of the screen of the Asus ROG GL742VW is 1920 x 1080 pixels.
What is the width of the Asus ROG GL742VW?
The Asus ROG GL742VW measures 415 mm in width.
What is the depth of the Asus ROG GL742VW?
The Asus ROG GL742VW has a depth of 270 mm.
Is the manual for the Asus ROG GL742VW available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Asus ROG GL742VW is not available in French. It is only accessible in English.

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General Information

The Asus ROG GL742VW, manufactured by the brand known for its quality and innovation, Asus, is designed to deliver optimal performance. This model, identified by the code ROG GL742VW | 90NB0A41-M01420, ensures an enhanced user experience. The EAN code 4712900196795, 4712900279993 allows for unique identification in the distribution system.

Processor

The Asus ROG GL742VW is equipped with a processor from the Intel® Core™ i5 family, model i5-6300HQ. With a Turbo frequency reaching 3.2 GHz and 4 cores, this processor ensures efficient multitasking management. It operates at a base frequency of 2.3 GHz and has a cache memory of 6 MB, thus optimizing data processing. Its 14 nm lithography offers notable performance and energy efficiency.

Graphics

Regarding graphics performance, the Asus ROG GL742VW integrates the Intel® HD Graphics 530 adapter and a NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M for smooth and modern visual rendering. The integrated graphics card operates at a maximum dynamic frequency of 950 MHz and supports high resolutions thanks to its compatibility with DirectX 12.0 and OpenGL 4.4.

Design

The design of the Asus ROG GL742VW is both modern and functional, featuring a black and gray finish. This laptop is designed for gaming and primarily targets professionals, offering a bar format that facilitates its use in various contexts.

Keyboard

This model is equipped with a full keyboard, with a touchpad for smooth navigation. Although it does not have a numeric keypad, it includes Windows keys for quick access to system features.

Software

The Asus ROG GL742VW runs on Windows 10 Home, optimized for an intuitive and efficient user experience thanks to its 64-bit architecture.

Memory

It is equipped with 6 GB of DDR4-SDRAM, expandable up to 32 GB, allowing for efficient application management. The memory frequency is 2133 MHz, ensuring excellent performance when executing multiple tasks.

Storage Support

The Asus ROG GL742VW offers a generous storage capacity of 1000 GB via a hard drive at 7200 RPM, allowing for the retention of a large amount of data. It also includes a memory card reader compatible with MMC and SD.

Screen

The 17.3-inch screen offers a Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels), with LED backlighting and a matte surface for a pleasant visual experience, reducing glare.

Battery

The nickel-metal hybrid battery technology (NiMH) has a capacity of 48 Wh and consists of 4 cells, providing sufficient autonomy for daily use.

Connectivity

The Asus ROG GL742VW supports modern connections thanks to Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 4.0. It features several ports, including an HDMI port and a USB Type-C port for connectivity with various devices.

Weight and Dimensions

3000 g, the Asus ROG GL742VW measures 415 mm in width, 270 mm in depth, and 31 mm in height, offering a robust design but less suited for portability.

Security

This model is equipped with a security system featuring password protection for the BIOS and hard drive. It uses a Kensington lock slot to prevent theft.

Durability

The Asus ROG GL742VW complies with several durability and energy efficiency standards, including RoHS and ENERGY STAR certifications, ensuring adherence to environmental standards.

Special Processor Features

The processor includes advanced technologies such as Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 for optimal performance, as well as SSE4.1 and AVX 2.0 instructions for improved compatibility with various software.