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expiredswiftwind posted Jan 26, 2021 10:57 PM

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop: Ryzen 9 5900HS, 1TB SSD, 15.6" 165Hz, RTX 3070

+ Free S/H (Pre-Order)

$1,800

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Best Buy has ASUS ROG Zephyrus 15.6" Gaming Laptop (GA503QR-211.ZG15; Eclipse Grey) for pre-order for $1799.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member swiftwind for finding this deal

Note, this item is available for pre-order and will ships approx. on February 16, 2021 (dates may vary)

Specs/Key Features
  • AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS Processor (4th Generation)
  • 15.6" 2560x1440 QHD w/ 165Hz Refresh Rate LED Backlit Display
  • 1TB PCIe Solid State Drive SSD
  • 16GB DDR4 RAM (3200MHz)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6 GPU
  • Wireless AX w/ Bluetooth
  • RGB Backlit Keyboard
  • 4-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
  • 2x Smart AMP 2.5W Speakers
  • Built-In Fingerprint Reader
  • Windows 10 OS
Warranty
  • Includes a standard 1-Year warranty w/ purchase (Parts + Labor)

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • This unit is available for pre-order and is set to release on February 15, 2021
  • This ASUS laptop offers high grade specs including an RTX 3070 for high quality visuals at a fast 165Hz 15.6" display w/ 16GB RAM to handle heavy graphics game w/ Ryzen 9 to process it all; good form factor if you're looking for this type of resolution/specs to reduce load times while offering ample storage
  • Offer valid while promotion last
Additional Note
  • The Slickdeals community has garner this deal as a good purchase in regards to the specs/form factor of this laptop, despite the initial listed price
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Written by swiftwind
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Best Buy has ASUS ROG Zephyrus 15.6" Gaming Laptop (GA503QR-211.ZG15; Eclipse Grey) for pre-order for $1799.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member swiftwind for finding this deal

Note, this item is available for pre-order and will ships approx. on February 16, 2021 (dates may vary)

Specs/Key Features
  • AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS Processor (4th Generation)
  • 15.6" 2560x1440 QHD w/ 165Hz Refresh Rate LED Backlit Display
  • 1TB PCIe Solid State Drive SSD
  • 16GB DDR4 RAM (3200MHz)
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6 GPU
  • Wireless AX w/ Bluetooth
  • RGB Backlit Keyboard
  • 4-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
  • 2x Smart AMP 2.5W Speakers
  • Built-In Fingerprint Reader
  • Windows 10 OS
Warranty
  • Includes a standard 1-Year warranty w/ purchase (Parts + Labor)

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • This unit is available for pre-order and is set to release on February 15, 2021
  • This ASUS laptop offers high grade specs including an RTX 3070 for high quality visuals at a fast 165Hz 15.6" display w/ 16GB RAM to handle heavy graphics game w/ Ryzen 9 to process it all; good form factor if you're looking for this type of resolution/specs to reduce load times while offering ample storage
  • Offer valid while promotion last
Additional Note
  • The Slickdeals community has garner this deal as a good purchase in regards to the specs/form factor of this laptop, despite the initial listed price
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Written by swiftwind

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trendygamer
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Thus begins the adventure of trying to find and compare RTX 3000 series mobile wattage.

Just so everyone knows if they don't already, NVIDIA removed any requirements for laptop makers to label lower powered mobile GPU's as "Max-Q" to indicate the design emphasis is on power efficiency and noise rather than straight performance. The only way we're going to be able to compare one 3000 series GPU to another is if the laptop makers grace us by telling us the wattage they're pumping thru the GPU. In extreme cases, you could end up with severely underpowered 3070 mobile GPU's being outperformed by high powered 3060's. Gonna be fun.
optimus08
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How is this a deal at asking price?
swiftwind
47 Posts
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That, and the i7 CPU is 4 cores, 8 threads which is comparable to the Zen U series. The 5900HS uses 8 cores and 16 threads.

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Original Poster
Jan 27, 2021 12:23 PM
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swiftwind
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Jan 27, 2021 12:23 PM
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The laptop was available for pre order when I posted it. It's been available for pre-order on and off throughout the day.
Jan 27, 2021 12:47 PM
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ragexJan 27, 2021 12:47 PM
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Thanks for summarizing the specs in the title, OP. Repped!
Jan 27, 2021 12:55 PM
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phrinkleJan 27, 2021 12:55 PM
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Quote from justned :
2021 and still no web cam. Can't even use for zoom class.
Why don't they put a webcam on these so they can be at least a bit multifunctional?
Jan 27, 2021 01:46 PM
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mrintroJan 27, 2021 01:46 PM
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Can someone explain why this keeps getting upvoted? Doesn't seem like much of a deal.
Jan 27, 2021 02:23 PM
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Hat-TrickJan 27, 2021 02:23 PM
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Quote from justned :
2021 and still no web cam. Can't even use for zoom class.
A close look and I see two microphones above the screen...what is wrong with them that they didn't implement a webcam (which was one of the main gripes about their G14 predecessor)?

At least the chassis and keys are black this time instead of silver!
Jan 27, 2021 02:25 PM
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Hat-TrickJan 27, 2021 02:25 PM
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Quote from mrintro :
Can someone explain why this keeps getting upvoted? Doesn't seem like much of a deal.
Probably not so much that it is or isn't a deal (since it's not even for sale yet), but more about what it is -- next gen Ryzen with top GPU and other specs.

It IS a really nice PC...
Jan 27, 2021 03:00 PM
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icepop4whoJan 27, 2021 03:00 PM
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How did you find this? I tried searching on Best Buy but all the "coming soon" laptops with RTX 30 cards have Intel CPUs

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Jan 27, 2021 03:10 PM
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swiftwind
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Jan 27, 2021 03:10 PM
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Quote from icepop4who :
How did you find this? I tried searching on Best Buy but all the "coming soon" laptops with RTX 30 cards have Intel CPUs
It should be the first result if you search for "3070 laptop".
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Jan 27, 2021 03:45 PM
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swiftwind
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Jan 27, 2021 03:45 PM
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Its available for preorder again!
Jan 27, 2021 04:52 PM
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BrooklyniteJan 27, 2021 04:52 PM
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Quote from Brooklynite :
Wait isn't this the one at $1499 that said coming soon with a $1299 version at $1099 or $1199 on Bestbuy saying they come Feb 15th?
The other one is still available for $1449 with similar specs.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6448936
Jan 27, 2021 05:19 PM
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CrashCroninJan 27, 2021 05:19 PM
131 Posts
I haven't looked into reviews personally yet but would be concerned what the thermal profile is for this combination of spec and thin form factor.
Jan 27, 2021 05:41 PM
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SssanChoJan 27, 2021 05:41 PM
84 Posts
thanks op. I paid $1620 with birthday offer.
Jan 27, 2021 05:46 PM
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DavidD7232Jan 27, 2021 05:46 PM
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Quote from viche :
Also, why is this so much cheaper? Very similar specs. Is it just because it bulkier?

ASUS - TUF 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel 11th Gen i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 - 1TB M.2 PCIEG3 SSD - Eclipse Grey - Eclipse Grey

$1,449.99

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6448936

I think the TUF perform worse in some games then last years 2070. I think they are limiting this 3070 to 80w. Saw a video by hardware cunucks explaining the bench's.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54tLvGJJSyY
Jan 27, 2021 06:22 PM
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blazepro1Jan 27, 2021 06:22 PM
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Quote from viche :
Also, why is this so much cheaper? Very similar specs. Is it just because it bulkier?

ASUS - TUF 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel 11th Gen i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 - 1TB M.2 PCIEG3 SSD - Eclipse Grey - Eclipse Grey

$1,449.99

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6448936
Warning to 30 series mobile gpus they dont all perform at the same level. for example 3070 in a Aorus may cost more and actually perform better than a TUF. watch review per device.

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Jan 27, 2021 06:33 PM
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armando416Jan 27, 2021 06:33 PM
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FYI I had an option to apply a 10% off coupon as a 'birthday month' reward during checkout for this pre-order. I think it was relating to signing up for MyRewards...I must've used a fake birthday since mine actually isn't for 2 months. Not sure if it is too late to sign up and get the coupon in Jan., but it did successfully take $180 off the price, which already seemed like a great deal for the specs.

I'm a bit nervous about ordering this since the G14 and G15 had gone on sale numerous times, including shortly after their release...but the extra 10% make me feel like I'm less likely to see a better sale price in the near future. Although who knows for sure, as competition in the laptop space does seem to be heating up. A bit disappointed about it having no webcam, though. Not something I'd use often, but certainly more convenient than having to use an external one...

Guess I can always cancel it or return it unopened if I have buyer's remorse.
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