ASUS Rolls Out Powerful Line-Up of Republic of Gamers (ROG) Gaming Desktops and the Latest 8th Generation Laptops and at CEE Show 2018

ASUS Rolls Out Powerful Line-Up of Republic of Gamers (ROG) Gaming Desktops and the Latest 8th Generation Laptops and at CEE Show 2018

Try out the latest high-performance gaming gear - enjoy exclusive offers and bundled deals from the ZenBook, VivoBook and Republic of Gamers (ROG) series.

From Left to Right: ROG STRIX GL12 / ROG Huracan G21 / ASUS Laptop X560

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Singapore (23 May, 2018) — In conjunction with CEE Show 2018 to be held at the Suntec Convention Centre from 24 – 27 May, ASUS rolls out the powerful line-up of Republic of Gamers (ROG) gaming PC – ROG Strix GL12 mid-tower desktop, ROG Huracan G21 compact gaming desktop and the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ laptops ASUS Laptop X560 exclusively at the CEE Show 2018. Shoppers can experience the sheer power of these latest ROG Strix GL12 and ROG Huracan G21 including the highly anticipated ROG Zephyrus M (GM501) at Republic of Gamers (ROG) gaming experiential corner at Booth 8105, level 4. In addition, shoppers can also expect to enjoy irresistible discounts ranging from $100 to $600 on the latest ZenBook, VivoBook and Republic of Gamers (ROG) desktops and laptops series.

New Products at CEE Show 2018

ROG Strix GL12: See the Power

ROG Strix GL21 Gaming Desktop

The ROG Strix GL12 is a gaming desktop with the unique combination of extreme gaming performance and striking, unconventional design. It is powered by up to a factory-overclocked 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor and NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics for unmatched gaming prowess. It features an esports-ready, hot-swap 2.5-inch SSD tray that can be taken out and replaced in seconds, all without having to shut down the system2. It has aggressive, angular “slashes” across the front of the chassis, a transparent side panel, and customizable ASUS Aura Sync lighting effects. The ROG Strix GL12 will be retailing from $1,598 at CEE Show 2018.

2 Hot-swap SSD to be used only as a data drive, and not an OS drive.

Exceptional Gaming Prowess

The ROG Strix GL12 is powered by up to an 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8700K processor, with every processor having been tested and handpicked by ROG engineers to ensure the very best performance. When combined with Turbo Gear, these top-of-the-line processors can be overclocked to speeds of up to 4.8GHz (hexa-core) — that’s up to 50% faster than previous-generation processors. It's also even faster than Intel® Turbo Boost, which overclocks to a maximum speed of 4.3GHz (hexa-core). It features up to a NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics card for 3X the performance of previous-generation graphics cards, ensuring incredible gaming visuals and VR experiences without compromising energy efficiency. In addition, NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ technology also gets rid of lag, minimises perceived stutter, and eliminates visual tearing to provide smooth and fast visuals, without affecting system performance.

Aggressive Design and Aura Sync Technology

The Transparent Side-panel for ROG Strix GL12 and Liquid Cooling Design3

The 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. Aura Sync technology gives gamers the freedom to customise lighting effects for the ‘slashes’ on the front panel of the ROG Strix GL12 (GL12CM) using over 16 million colours, with several distinctive preset effects. The transparent side panel lets gamers showcase the internal components, including the water-cooling block3 with a glowing red ROG logo. Gamers can synchronise lighting effects with Aura Sync-supported keyboards, mice, earphones and other peripherals to give the entire gaming setup a consistent look and feel that reflects their gaming persona, or the feel of the game that’s currently being played.

3 The water-cooling design applies to GL12CM-SG005T only.

ROG Huracan G21: Play It Cool

The ROG Huracan G21 is a compact gaming desktop powered by the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor and up to NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics for extraordinary gaming. It has a unique magnetically-secured side smart-cover that sets it apart from other gaming desktops. This foldable side cover can be opened to improve airflow into the system, enable a processor and graphics performance boost, and activate Aura lighting effects. The extra airflow provides the cooling needed for its high-performance components, so gamers can play the latest games at their most extreme settings. The ROG Huracan G21 will be retailing from $2,798 at CEE Show 2018.

Easy-upgrade Design

Hot-swap 2.5-inch SSD Bay Design

The compact 13-liter chassis of the ROG Huracan G21 incorporates elements inspired by cyber-warrior and cyberpunk themes, resulting in an aggressive, angular design with sharp creases to symbolise a warrior’s battle scars. Sliding side panels make it easy to maintain and upgrade key components, allowing gamers to upgrade to faster and larger capacity storage drives, graphics card, and memory to keep it up to date. In addition, the ROG Huracan G21 has a hot-swap 2.5-inch SSD bay that allows the user to take out and replace the drive in seconds.

Synchronised Aura Sync Lighting

Customisable Aura lighting effects let gamers match the look and feel of the ROG Huracan G21 to the game currently being played, while Aura Sync technology lets them sync light effects with Aura Sync supported gaming mice, headsets, keyboards, monitors, and other peripherals to create a gaming setup with a consistent look and feel. Aura Sync provides up to nine preset lighting modes to choose from.

ASUS Laptop X560: Productivity and Entertainment, Everyday

ASUS Laptop X560

Newly and exclusively launched at CEE Show 2018, the ASUS Laptop X560 equipped with the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors and gaming-grade NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 graphics for fast, responsive computing with exceptional visuals. Its thin-bezel NanoEdge display gives you an immersive viewing experience, and the ASUS Laptop X560 also boasts a dual-storage design that gives you the benefits of a superfast SSD and a large-capacity HDD. And with its fresh styling, not only it performs great, it looks great too. The ASUS Laptop X560 will be retailing at $1,498 at CEE 2018.

Thin-Edge Display for More Immersive Viewing

The thin-bezel NanoEdge display enables the ASUS Laptop X560 to fit a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS panel into a 14-inch body, making it significantly smaller than the mainstream 15.6-inch laptops. This innovative design provides it with an ultra-thin bezel and up to 77% screen-to-body ratio for more immersive viewing.

In addition, it also features exclusive display technologies ensure you enjoy only the very best visual experience. ASUS Splendid optimises colour and contrast to ensure photo-realistic visuals. It features four display modes: Normal, Vivid, Eye Care and Manual, all of which can be accessed with a single click. ASUS Tru2Life Video technology intelligently optimises each pixel in the video frame to increase sharpness and contrast by 150%, so you’ll enjoy the best possible image quality.

Positioned for Versatile Productivity

The ASUS Laptop X560 features the dual-storage design which means you get to experience both the blistering-fast data speeds of an SSD and the huge capacity of a HDD. Install apps on the SSD for superfast response times, and use the HDD to house all your large files such as movies, music libraries and photo albums.

The battery used in ASUS Laptop X560 provides safe fast-charging and a longer-lasting battery to keep your downtime to a minimum. ASUS fast-charge technology lets you safely charge a drained battery to 50% capacity in just 39 minutes1.

1Default test condition is under standby mode and is subjected to usage conditions.

ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (N580) Laptop

ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (N580)

First to revealed in the CEE Show, the refreshed VivoBook Pro 15 (N580) is a slim and lightweight high-performance laptop that's powered by an 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor. It features a 15.6-inch Full HD touch display with 100% sRGB colour gamut, high-quality NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 gaming-grade graphics, audio co-developed by Harman Kardon, and the latest cooling and fast-charge technologies.

It also features a robust cooling system to ensure smooth and stable performance during high-load multitasking or gaming marathons. An intelligent dual-fan design has eight automatically-adjustable speeds to deliver maximum cooling efficiency with minimal noise. Its compact, hyper-cool, dual-copper thermal module leverages system heat pipes and fans to independently increase processor and graphics performance.

The VivoBook Pro 15 (N580) combines optimised hardware and software to provide best-in-class visuals. A Full HD touch panel with wide-view technology, 45% NTSC and 100% sRGB colour gamut, and ASUS Splendid display technology provide richer, deeper and more accurate colours — for any type of content. The VivoBook Pro 15 (N580) will be retailing at $1,898 at CEE 2018.

Exclusive Deals at CEE Show 2018

At CEE Show 2018, enjoy discounts ranging between $100 and $600 on popular and hot-selling models like the ZenBook 14 (UX430), VivoBook S15 (S510), VivoBook S14 (S406) and the ROG Zephyrus (GX501) gaming laptop respectively.

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX430) Ultrabook™

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX430) in Royal Blue Colour

The ZenBook 14 (UX430) is the thinnest-ever 14-inch ZenBook model to be equipped with the high-performance NVIDIA® GeForce® MX150. Its advanced lightweight construction keeps the weight down to just 1.25 kg — so it will never be a burden when you are on the go. Slim bezel measuring at just 7.18mm on both sides offers the productivity benefits of a larger 14-inch full HD display in an ultra-compact 13-inch chassis. A special 50Wh lithium-polymer battery gives it up to 9 hours* of autonomy, and powerful immersive sound is delivered by the Harman Kardon-certified speaker audio system.

Only at CEE Show 2018, enjoy $100 OFF with every purchase of the ZenBook 14 UX430UN-GV027T (U.P. $1,898).

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S510) Laptop

The VivoBook S15 (S510) gives you the perfect combination of beauty and performance. With its slim NanoEdge bezel, brushed-metal finish, the latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor with 8GB RAM, and NVIDIA® GeForce® MX150 graphics. It also fits the panel of a 15.6" Full HD display into a typical 14-inch laptop frame. Due to the ultra-narrow 7.8mm NanoEdge bezel that gives it an incredible 80% screen-to-body ratio. The display also includes 178° wide-view technology to ensure that colours and contrast remain vivid and bold, even when viewed at sharp angles.

Only at CEE Show 2018, enjoy $100 OFF with every purchase of the VivoBook S15 S510UN-BQ215TS (U.P. $1,598) with pre-installed Microsoft Office 365 Personal (worth $99).

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S406) Laptop

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S406)

The VivoBook S14 (S406) provides boundless productivity for people on the go. Its compact and lightweight design has a 14.8mm profile with an overall weight of just 1.2kg. It delivers uncompromising performance, and it offers a 14-inch NanoEdge display in a frame size that's typical of smaller, 13-inch laptops. The VivoBook S14 (S406) may be small, but it packs a punch. Powered by up to an 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor, and with 8GB RAM, it delivers supreme multitasking performance. It also features 256GB SATA SSD for superfast data access speeds.

Only at the CEE Show 2018, enjoy $100 OFF with every purchase of the VivoBook S14 S406UA-BM146T (U.P. $1,298).

ASUS Vivo AiO V241IC All-in-one PC

ASUS Vivo AiO V241IC All-in-one PC

The Vivo AiO V241 all-in-one PC has a near-invisible 2mm display bezel that gives you edge-to-edge visuals and an incredible 88% screen-to-body ratio. Featuring a 23.8-inch Full HD LED display and advanced ASUS SonicMaster audio with a bass-reflex speaker system, Vivo AiO V241 immerses you in amazing visuals and superb sound for the ultimate entertainment experience.

Only at CEE Show 2018, enjoy $200 OFF with every purchase of the Vivo AiO V241ICGT-BA007T (U.P. $1,398).

 ROG Zephyrus (GX501) Gaming Laptop

ASUS ROG Zephyrus (GX501)

The ROG Zephyrus (GX501) is the world’s slimmest gaming laptop with NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080. It also equipped with a powerful Intel® Core™ i7 processor, an optional 120Hz wide-view display, and Windows 10. ROG slimmed the body to a mere 16.9-17.9mm while maintaining powerful cooling and unbeatable acoustic efficiency thanks to a clever new air-flow design: Active Aerodynamic System. The sleek chassis also includes an RGB keyboard that will feel familiar to gamers who typically play on desktop PCs.

Only at CEE Show 2018, enjoy $600 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Zephyrus GX501VI-GZ030T (U.P. $4,898).

ROG Strix “Hero” Edition (GL503VM) Gaming Laptop

ASUS ROG Strix “Hero” Edition (GL503VM)

The ROG Strix “Hero” Edition (GL503VM) is built from the ground up for fearless Multiplayer Online Battle Arena heroes — optimised to deliver a competitive edge in MOBA games such as League of Legends® and Dota® 2, as well as RTS and RPG titles. You’ll lead the way armed with powerful Intel® Core™ i5 processors, awesome NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 graphics and Windows 10 Home. The ROG Strix “Hero” Edition (GL503VM) packs a rich-colour, 120Hz wide-view display and a desktop-style keyboard that’s made for victory, with N-key rollover for fast, precise response to your every input and a 20-million-key-press lifetime for ultimate reliability.

Only at CEE Show 2018, enjoy $300 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Strix GL503VM-GZ373T  (U.P. $2,298).

ROG Strix GL702ZC Gaming Laptop

ASUS ROG Strix GL702ZC

The ROG Strix GL702ZC is the world's first gaming laptop featuring the AMD Ryzen™ 7 processor. Combining the sheer power of AMD's revolutionary Ryzen platform with ROG's gaming design legacy, it is designed to deliver amazing performance to satisfy the needs of hard-core gamers and users with demanding, multimedia-heavy workloads. With a 17-inch, wide-view panel for incredible visuals, an anti-ghosting backlit keyboard for fast, accurate control, and ROG Gaming Center with a wealth of gamer-oriented features, the ROG Strix GL702ZC is a finely tuned weapon backed by eight-core power for gaming a competitive edge.

Only at CEE Show 2018, enjoy $200 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Strix GL702ZC G200T (U.P. $2,698).

CEE Show 2018 Price Promotions

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX430) Ultrabook™

Enjoy $100 OFF with every purchase of the ZenBook 14 UX430UN-GV027T (U.P. $1,898). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S510) Laptop

Enjoy $100 OFF with every purchase of the VivoBook S15 S510UN-BQ215TS (U.P. $1,598) with pre-installed Microsoft Office 365 Personal (worth $99). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S406) Laptop

Enjoy $100 OFF with every purchase of the VivoBook S14 S406UA-BM146T (U.P. $1,298). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ASUS Vivo AiO V241IC All-in-one PC

Enjoy $200 OFF with every purchase of the Vivo AiO V241ICGT-BA007T (U.P. $1,398). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ROG Zephyrus GX501 Gaming Laptop

Enjoy $600 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Zephyrus GX501VI-GZ030T (U.P. $4,898). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ROG Strix “Hero” Edition (GL503VM) Gaming Laptop

Enjoy $300 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Strix GL503VM-GZ373T (U.P. $2,298). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ROG Strix “Scar” & “Hero” Edition (GL703/GL503) Gaming Laptops

Enjoy $200 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Strix “Scar” Edition GL703VM-EE092T (U.P. $2,898), ROG Strix “Scar” Edition GL503VS-EI032T (U.P. $3,498), ROG Strix “Hero” Edition GL503VM-GZ187T (U.P. $2,698) or ROG Strix GL503VM-FY359T (U.P. $2,498). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ROG Strix GL702 Gaming Laptops

Enjoy $200 OFF with every purchase of the ROG Strix GL702 GL702ZC-GC200T (U.P. $2,698). Discounted promotion is only valid for purchases at CEE Show 2018, and is not in conjunction with other promotions. Terms and conditions apply.

ASUS at CEE Show 2018

ASUS products will be available with authorised retailers (Booth 8105, 8205, 8150, 8218, 8108 and 8238) at the CEE Show 2018 from 24 - 27 May 2018 at the Suntec Convention Centre.

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