CES 2018: Asus ROG unveils its latest lineup of gaming PCs and gears for gamers

Asus ROG Strix SKT T1 Hero Edition

ROG Strix SKT T1 Hero Edition is a limited edition gaming laptop that marks the first collaboration between ROG and top esports team SK Telecom T1. This gaming laptop comes bundled with limited-edition ROG-SK telecom T1 co-branded collectables, including a team jersey and mouse pad, along with Faker and SK Telecom T1 team posters. The cover of this limited edition laptop also features the SK Telecom T1 team and ROG logos, with sharp, straight creases and unique markings. A signature of Faker, the world's most influential League of Legends players, is presented on the bottom right corner of the keyboard palm rest.

The laptop comes with a 15.6-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) LED-backlit display with a wide-viewing angle of 178-degrees, a refresh rate of 120Hz, and an anti-glare panel. Designed for multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) gaming, ROG Strix SKT T1 Hero Edition is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics and features a 120Hz IPS-level display with a 100 percent sRGB color gamut. It comes with pre-installed Windows 10 Home and offers 16GB of RAM. There is a 1TB 5400RPM hard drive and a 256GB Gen3X4 SSD drive.

The RGB-backlit keyboard has specially marked QWERTY keys and features N-key rollover technology to ensure every keystroke and command is properly logged. The keyboard has upgraded switches with 20-million-keystroke durability to cope with the grueling demands of intense gaming. The laptop is backed by a 65Wh battery under the hood. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, a USB Type-C port, 4 USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI port, an audio jack, a mini Display Port, and an RJ45 jack. The laptop weighs 2.3 kg.

"This gaming laptop is ideal for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena games players such as League of Legends, and it marks the collaboration between Republic of Gamers and SKT T1," said Sang-Hyeok Lee, better known as Faker.

Asus ROG Strix GL12

ROG Strix GL12 is a gaming desktop engineered to quench gamers' never-ending thirst for unstoppable gaming performance. The device is powered by a factory-overclocked 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor (up to 4.8GHz hexa-core) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 graphics for incredible gaming performance and features an expansion bay and an eSports-ready easy-swap SSD tray to make system upgrades effortless.

ROG Strix GL12 has an unconventional design with aggressive, angular ‘slashes' across the front of the chassis, a transparent side panel, and customizable Aura Sync lighting effects. Gamers can customize the lighting effects for the ‘slashes' on the front panel using over 16 million colors with several distinctive preset effects. The transparent side panel lets gamers showcase the internal components, including the water-cooling block with a glowing red ROG logo.

In addition to ROG Strix GL12, all upcoming ROG desktops and laptops will feature Aura Sync to enable gamers to synchronize lighting effects with supported keyboards, mice, headphones and other accessories to give their entire gaming setup a consistent look and feel that reflects their gaming persona or the feel of the game being played.It offers 1TB 7200RPM hard drive (expandable up to 2TB), a 256GB SSD (up to 512GB) drive, and a 128GB SSD (up to 512GB) drive and basically comes with pre-installed Windows 10 Home.

Connectivity options include a 2-in-1 card reader, two USB 2.0 ports, two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, and a 1 microphone port. Back I/ O ports include two USB 2.0 ports, 2 USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, 4 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, 5 audio jacks, 1 RJ45 LAN, and 1 PDIF out. Two powers adapters - 500W and 300W - are also provided with the desktop. The PC comes with accessories such as a keyboard, mouse, and power cord, alongside antivirus software. It weighs 11kgs.

Asus ROG G703

The Asus ROG G703 is the world's first gaming laptop with an ultra-smooth wide-view display. The laptop sports a 17.3-inch UHD (2160x3840 pixels) anti-glare display with a 178-degree wide viewing angle and NVIDIA G-SYNC technology for a 144Hz refresh rate. It is powered by 7th generation Intel Core i7 chips (overclocked up to 4.3GHz), coupled with Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 graphics and up to 64GB RAM. There are three SSDs (512GB, 512GB, and 256GB) and one hard drive (1TB at 7200RPM).

ROG G703 features the innovative Anti-Dust Cooling (ADC) system that enables it to rid itself of harmful dust and particles. Dust, dirt and other particles are ejected from the chassis through two dedicated tunnels, preventing build-up in the thermal fins for improved heat dissipation and increased system stability and lifespan.

The laptop features an illuminated backlit keyboard and an HD web camera. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, 4 USB 3.0 ports, 1 HDMI port, 1 USB Type-C port. There is a 74Wh 8-cell battery under the hood. Additionally, ROG G703 is a VR ready laptop and has a weight of 4.7 kg. It comes pre-installed with Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro.

"ROG G703 combines the best of laptop and console gaming with built-in Xbox Wireless that enables gamers to effortlessly connect their favorite Xbox accessories to ROG G703, eliminating the need for multiple adapters and swapping controllers when switching between their console and laptop," the company said.

Asus Bezel-free Kit

Bezel-free Kit is an accessory that enables gamers with multiple-monitor setups to visually eliminate the gaps where their displays connect, creating the appearance of one extra-large, wraparound monitor for a totally immersive gaming experience. Bezel-free Kit consists of vertical lenses and easy-to-attach mounts that connect the edge of each monitor at a 130-degree angle - the angle determined through extensive testing to provide the best viewing experience.

An optical device that requires no software or power to operate, Bezel-free Kit uses light refraction to make the monitor edges disappear to the viewer. It provides an innovative, simple and effective method of increasing field of view and dramatically enhancing gameplay.

ROG Aura Terminal

ROG Aura Terminal is a quad-channel addressable RGB controller designed to bring gamers a more immersive gaming environment. Featuring innovative ROG Halo technology, ROG Aura Terminal enables stunning system lighting effects synchronized to in-game action.

When LED strips are mounted behind a monitor, ROG Halo instantly determines the colors displayed at the edges of the screen and illuminates the LED strips with matching colors, creating a dynamic halo of lighting around the display for captivating gaming. ROG Aura Terminal can also be mounted inside the PC case and connected to Aura Sync devices to create unified system lighting effects.

ROG Spotlight

ROG Spotlight is an RGB lighting accessory that projects the ROG logo on a wall or surface, enabling gamers to display their ROG pride and create an enhanced gaming atmosphere. Its colorful lighting synchronizes with Aura Sync gaming gear, from motherboards to mice, to perfectly illuminate the gamer's battle station.

ROG Spotlight has a matte-black aluminum finish and a magnetic base for easy and secure attachment to a metal surface. It provides 360 degrees of adjustment, so the ROG logo can always be positioned upright.

ROG Strix Flare

ROG Strix Flare is an RGB mechanical gaming keyboard that combines top-notch performance with ergonomic comfort, and brings customizable style to a whole new level. Constructed with world-renowned Cherry MX RGB switches - the preferred choice of professional and amateur gamers alike - every press of the ROG Strix Flare is of optimal actuation to deliver satisfying and reliable keystrokes.

Dedicated media keys, including a convenient volume wheel, are located on the upper left of the keyboard for instant access, so the gamer's right hand can remain on the mouse at all times. A USB pass-through port lets gamers connect a mouse or other device, and a detachable wrist rest provides extra comfort during extended gaming sessions.

ROG Strix Flare features a stylish dual-textured case with the signature ROG slash design, and a swappable, illuminated acrylic insert emblazoned with the ROG badge. An additional blank badge is included, which gamers can customize with their personal or team insignia.

Powered by Aura Sync lighting technology, ROG Strix Flare has individually programmable RGB backlit keys, and LEDs under both sides to create an underglow effect that extends the customizable lighting beyond the keyboard. All of the onboard lighting effects can be synchronized with the vast ecosystem of Aura Sync devices to give gamers a personalized battle station with a cohesive look.