Two years ago, ASUS released the Zephyrus laptop, which was inserted into the housing 18 mm thick at that time Intel Core i7-7700HQ and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Max-Q. Actually, such concepts are often released, and two years ago ASUS was also Neodinoka. But, as a rule, these models live a year, make the press for the company, attract attention and die quietly. With Zephyrus the experiment was recognized as successful. The laptop was systematically transferred to new processors, put new matrices, and this year they switched to RTX, made even thinner and added 240 Hz displays with a frequency.
We get acquainted
Surprises Zephyrus S even at the unpacking stage. And we are not talking about the complete mouse ROG, which, by the way, is not bad, but about the box where the device lies. It is formed by software and at the opening lifts the laptop as if on a small pedestal.
The car itself looks no less spectacular. The lid with double grinding, the lower half is covered with software, in the design there are no “gaming” manners, and the case is based on the metal, which allowed to throw off the thickness from 18 to 16.1 mm and bring the weight to 2.1 kg in the top configuration.
Well, the main feature of the top zephyrus is a layout. Firstly, when opening, the laptop rises slightly and gives fans access to fresh air. In other words, the turntables have a huge area for air intake, and it is almost unrealistic to block them. In this case, the lower panel is made as it should. Even when you put the laptop on your knees, there is no feeling that the lid is bending or may break.
Secondly, the keyboard of Zephyrus is shifted to the front edge, and the touchpad is shifted to the right. And this is also done to please cool. Then the space where the keys usually stand was given under the fence of fresh air.
As a result, Zephyrus is the only laptop that contains a six-core processor in a connection with RTX 2080 Max-Q in a body thickness. True, we had a version of 2060 on the tests, but it is for the best. Max-Q is significantly cut by energy consumption, and testing them is not particularly interesting.
Inside
Our model is called GX531GV , And, in addition to 2060 with its rays and artificial intelligence, it carries a six-core and 12-flow Intel Core i7-8750H, 16 GB of RAM in two channels and SSD at 500 GB at a reading speed of 1.6 GB/s. Two turntables for 12 V, five thermal pipes and four radiators with a large dust removal system were taken for cooling. Say right away, with quiet, but there are nuances.
In extreme situations, the computer goes, in fact, in protective mode. Under the AVX, the processor drops up to 2 GHz and is held within 74 degrees. If you spur it and convert the fans to the Turbo mode, it turns out 2.4–2.5 GHz, which is useful with long calculations in Matlab, but to the 4.1 GHz declared on Intel 4.1 GHz.
In simpler programs, the same 3DS Max, frequencies above. With the same 75 degrees in a “balanced” mode, the processor holds 2.5–2.7 GHz, and after acceleration of the fans it takes 2.8 and reaches 3.2 GHz.
The video card is similar. When trying to heat it, it drops the frequency to 1 GHz and holds 72–73 degrees. The frequency grows in turbojeach to 1100–1200 MHz, but the computer still limits the chip in temperature.
Another thing is games. Here the processor is allowed to work at 3.6–3.9 GHz, and the video card is allowed – at 1650–1750 MHz. And at the same time, the CPU warms up to 86 degrees, and the GPU – up to 74. Well, in turbo generation, the processor is recorded at 3.9 GHz, and the video card reaches 1900 MHz.
However, there is no point in converting fans into loud mode. Even on standard settings, when the turntables are barely rustling, the games turn out from 50 FPS. Only Metro Exodus falls below – on the "Extreme" it turned out 43 frames. Naturally, the inclusion of rays trace, performance sees the performance. But Framerate again remains playable.
Screen, control, sound
As we have already said, options with 240 Hz displays are declared for Zephyrus S, but they are not on sale yet. The already well -known IPS on Full HD, a frequency of 144 Hz and the response time of 3 ms are mainly placed.
At the same time, the matrices on Zephyrus receive Pantone certification for compliance with PMS gamut – the standard of printing of advertising posters, magazines, newspapers and so on. We do not measure the displays in the PMS, but in general the screen is good. SRGB covers 91%, and the deviation after calibration is laid in perfect 0.22. True, there is no calibration from the plant, and the display is expanded 2.37.
The most important point: is it convenient to work with the keyboard. Technically there are no complaints about her. The keys are full -size, hard, with a clear tactile trigger. Yes, Ctrl cut here and narrowed the F-Rykh, but this does not create global inconvenience. Everything is wonderful for combinations – we have not found a single lock. RGB lighting is tuned in a single block, you can choose any color or completely disconnect it.
As for the location of the block, not everything is definitely here. On the knees, in mobile mode, your hands have to be bent a lot. In a stationary mode, the laptop must be moved away from you to make room under the wrists. You can’t say that it is deadly, but you can’t call it convenient. Still, the standard layout is better, although it has a taste.
But we like the location of the touchpad. It feels like Gamblii sister sites a regular mouse, and the sensory Numpad is built into it, which, even if it does not completely replace ordinary buttons, but still facilitates the entry of data and opens access to many useful combinations.
Everything is fine with the laptop. There are three classic USB, access to the headset, full-size HDMI and two USB Type-C, moreover, one of them allows you to charge a laptop. True, only in office mode, but it is still very convenient. Moreover, the battery has not the most productive battery. In games, he holds about fifty minutes, and in office mode with a forced disconnection of discrete graphics it turns out for about three hours.
There are no special questions from the sound. The speakers are located unusually, under the screen, and aimed at the listener. The exit to the headset is standard, no miracles for detailing or strengthening, but there are a couple of programs for configuring: Sonic Studio with a simplified equalizer and Virtual Surround. As well as Sonic Radar, which shows on top of the game where the sound came from.
Technically you can't get to the laptop. ASUS solved a lot of problems related to how to put powerful iron in the thin case and make the fans not annoyed, and all this does not overheat. But, unfortunately, there were no casualties. The classic layout had to be changed, and you need to get used to the new version.
Technical characteristics
Display: 15.6 inches, 1920 x 1080, IPS, 144 Hz, 3 ms
CPU: Intel Core i7-8750h, (6 nuclei, 12 flows, 2.2–4.1 GHz, 45 W)
Memory: 16 GB (2x 8 GB) DDR4-2666, Samsung
Video card: Intel UHD Graphics 630, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060, 960–1935/1750 MHz, 6 GB GDDR6
Disk subsystem: SSD NVME 512 GB Intel SSDPEKNW512GB
Sound : Realtek Audio
Connection : Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Connectors : 3x USB 3.0, USB 3.1 Type-C, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, rj45, 2x 3.5 mm Jack
Operating system: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-bit
Additionally: Webcam (1280 x 720, ShDR)
Battery: Li-Ion, 63.8 VTH (5500 mAh)
Dimensions: 36×26.8×16.1 cm
Weight: 2.1 kg
Price for July 2019: 145,000 rubles ($ 2230)
Game tests (AVG. FPS / 1% / 0.1%)
Asus zephyrus s gx531gv
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Ultra 51/36/32
High 62/41/34
Low 89/66/50
F1 2018
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Veryhigh 108/59/45
High 172/107/72
VERYLOW 213/134/121
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
All Max + RT 42/25/19
All Max 63/38/27
High 70/42/32
Min 102/60/38
Total War: Warhammer II
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Ultra 61/48/41
High 82/67/48
Low 133/11/99
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Ultra 49/41/39
Veryhigh 75/59/55
Low 116/77/65
World of Tanks Encore
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Ultra 129/96/42
High 258/165/136
Low 491/315/255
Battlefield 5
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Ultra+RT 39/19/19
Ultra 82/65/45
High 90/52/51
Low 128/51/39
Metro: Exodus
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
All Max + RT 27/18/14
All Max 43/32/29
Extreme 55/41/37
Ultra 75/53/51
Medium 95/70/65
Far Cry New Dawn
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Max 78/54/48
High 86/58/52
Min 98/68/59
The Division 2
ASUS ZEPHYRURUS S 2060
1920×1080
Max 61/41/31
High 85/56/44
Min 151/86/59
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