ASUS Republic Of Gamers Unveils New Product Lineup For Those Who Dare Press Event At Computex 2018
ROG Phone and
Delta headset deliver unparalleled mobile gaming experiences, and first-ever ROG CPU coolers and power supply offer innovations
for system builders
KEY POINTS
· ROG expands into new product categories
with introduction of ROG Ryujin and ROG Ryuo CPU liquid coolers, and ROG Thor
1200W Platinum power supply
· Additional new ROG gaming gear includes
the Strix SCAR II and Strix Hero II laptops, and ROG Rapture GT-AX11000
tri-band 802.11ax Wi-Fi router
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today hosted
the For Those Who Dare press event at Computex 2018, unveiling
a new lineup of gaming products. ROG also announced ROG Rapture GT-AX11000, the
world’s first tri-band 802.11ax router with Wi-Fi speeds of over 10,000Mbps,
and introduced products in other brand-new categories, including the ROG Ryujin
and ROG Ryuo CPU coolers and ROG Thor 1200W Platinum power supply. Rounding out
the press event were the announcements of the ROG Delta gaming headset and the
ROG Strix SCAR II and ROG Strix Hero II gaming laptops.
ASUS Chairman, Jonney Shih, leading the
presentation onstage, shared his enthusiasm with the expansion of the ROG
product line saying, “Today is a celebration of those who dare to be different.
Twelve years ago, ROG was founded out of our desire to create a full lineup of
ultimate gear designed for gaming victory. Now, through the dedication of ROG
engineers, designers, professional gamers and enthusiasts around the world, we
have achieved these goals and distilled them into the essence of ROG. We will
carry this spirit forward as we strive to create the next generation of gaming
innovations.”
With pure ROG gaming DNA at its core and powered by
the world’s fastest 2.96GHz octa-core Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 845
Mobile Platform with a gaming-optimized Qualcomm® Adreno™ 630
GPU, ROG Phone breaks every rule to go where rivals fear to tread. Don McGuire,
Vice President, Product Marketing, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. spoke onstage,
highlighting the long-term partnership between ROG and Qualcomm Technologies,
Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated. “Qualcomm Technologies and ASUS
have enjoyed great successes over many years and we are thrilled to be at the
core of their newest cutting-edge device, the ROG Phone," said McGuire.
“Our entirely re-architected Snapdragon 845 Mobile Platform with the gaming-optimized
Adreno 630 GPU is designed for speed, minimizing thermal throttling and
maximizing battery efficiency so users can play longer. Snapdragon 845 is
engineered to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience; supporting exceptional
performance, fast and smooth graphics, and Gigabit speeds whether on LTE or
802.11ad Wi-Fi.”
ROG has also partnered with Garena — developer of
one of the world’s best-ranking survival shooter games: Free Fire — to explore
the endless possibilities that ROG Phone brings to the gaming scene. Andrew
Manugian, Head of Business Development, Free Fire Global Publishing, was also
onstage to provide details about the partnership. Finally, SMG, professional
esports gaming team and world champions in Arena of Valor, came onstage to share
their experiences with ROG Phone and its benefits for mobile gaming.
Another groundbreaking announcement during the
event was ROG Rapture GT-AX11000, the world's first tri-band 802.11ax Wi-Fi
router that delivers networking speeds that gamers have only dreamed about
until now. ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 is capable of delivering wireless speeds of
up to 11,000Mbps for the best online gaming and general networking performance.
ROG is not only focused on being the leader in the
gaming market, but also on expanding product lines to provide gamers more gear
to enhance their gaming experiences. ROG Ryujin and ROG Ryuo are the first CPU
coolers from ASUS Republic of Gamers and the world's first liquid coolers with
an embedded 1.77-inch LiveDash color OLED display for displaying real-time
system stats and personalized GIFs. Marking another entry into a new product
line is ROG Thor 1200W Platinum, a 1,200 watt power supply with an IP5X-certified
14mm wing-blade fan and Aura Sync.
New gaming laptops announced at the event include
ROG Strix SCAR II and ROG Strix Hero. Perfect for competitive gamers, ROG Strix
SCAR II and Hero II boast the world’s first 144Hz super narrow bezel display
with an ultrafast 3ms gray-to-gray (GTG) response time for maximum advantage in
fast-paced games, while the HyperStrike Pro keyboard provides players with
supreme control.
In addition to the products announced onstage,
the For Those Who Dare press event also featured a demo area
showcasing other new products, including ROG Balteus Qi, a RGB gaming mouse pad
with a hard surface optimized for precise tracking and Qi wireless charging;
ROG Gladius II Wireless, an ergonomic optical gaming mouse with dual wireless
connectivity via 2.4GHz and Bluetooth; and ROG Strix Chassis with an enticing
aluminum and smoked-glass design and support for addressable AURA Sync lighting
technology.
ROG
booth
A comprehensive lineup of ROG products will be on
display at the Taipei
Nangang Exhibition
Center
Full listing of ROG products shown at the
press event
Networking
ROG Rapture GT-AX11000
ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 is the world’s first
10 Gigabit Wi-Fi router. With support for the latest 802.11ax Wi-Fi standard,
GT-AX11000 delivers 2.53X higher data rates than any 802.11ac 4x4 router,
ensuring faster connections. OFDMA support in the 802.11ax Wi-Fi standard
allows multiple devices to be bundled together in each channel, increasing
network efficiency by 4X and reducing latency.
ROG Rapture
GT-AX11000 provides triple-level game acceleration to boost game traffic from
the device to game server. A 2.5-Gigabit gaming port prioritizes the device
connected to it with 2.5X faster transmit speeds, a perfect match for
motherboards with 5 Gigabit LAN. A physical button built into the router allows
users to turn on and off Game Boost mode for prioritizing gaming
traffic on the network for even better gaming performance without the need to
use a web interface or mobile app. It can also activate the DFS band. Gamers
Private Network (GPN) support ensures the shortest connection route between the
user's home network and the game server, for the lowest ping times and latency.
CPU Coolers
ROG Ryujin 360/240
ROG Ryujin is the first ROG AIO cooler and the
world’s first cooler with an OLED display. The 1.77-inch
LiveDash color OLED shows real-time system stats and personalized images and
GIFs. An embedded micro fan provides additional cooling to the VRM and M.2 SSDs
located near the CPU socket to reduce temperatures by up to 20°C, and Noctua
industrial PPC radiator fans improve airflow with lower noise levels. A perfect
match for ROG motherboards, ROG Ryujin helps users create a system with unified
aesthetics, and embedded Aura RGB adds extra flair to the whole build. In
addition, ROG Ryujin has reinforced sleeved tubing for increased durability.
ROG Ryuo 240/120
Designed for compact and mid-size gaming builds,
the ROG Ryuo series is available in 120mm and 240mm radiators. It features ROG
designed radiator fans for optimized air flow and static pressure. It also
comes with 1.77 inch LiveDash Color OLED display to show real-time system
stats, and Aura Sync RGB support for ultimate customization.
Power Supply
ROG Thor 1200W Platinum
ROG Thor 1200W Platinum is the first ROG power
supply, featuring an IP5X-certified 135mm wing-blade fan, OLED Power Display
and 100% Japanese capacitors. The 1,200-watt power supply also has 80 PLUS
Platinum certification for energy efficiency, a 10-year warranty and Aura Sync
for lighting synchronization with an extensive Aura ecosystem.
Laptops
ROG Strix SCAR II and Hero II
ROG Strix SCAR II Edition is an all-new version of
the successful esports gaming laptop built exclusively for FPS titles. Its
all-new design includes two contrasting brushed finishes across the lid, a new
keyboard layout with Kevlar-inspired markings, and a front light bar with
customizable Aura Sync lighting. ROG Strix Hero II Edition is an all-new
version of the successful esports gaming laptop built exclusively for MOBA
titles. The all-new design includes two contrasting brushed finishes across the
lid, a new keyboard layout with cyberpunk-inspired markings, and a front light
bar with customizable Aura Sync lighting.
ROG Strix SCAR II and Hero II feature the world’s
first 144Hz super-narrow-bezel display with an ultrafast 3ms gray-to-gray (GTG)
response time, a HyperStrike Pro gaming keyboard for improved control, and
HyperCool Pro technology to cool its high-performance CPU and GPU. They are
also the world’s first laptop to feature multi-antenna Wi-Fi for improved
connectivity.
Peripherals
ROG Delta
ROG Delta is the latest ROG gaming headset and
features a Hi-Fi-grade ESS quad-DAC for extremely clear, true-to-life gaming
audio that gives gamers a better ability to pinpoint in-game opponents. The
headset also features an airtight chamber and exclusive ASUS Essence drivers
with audio signal diversion technology design to further improve sound quality.
ROG Delta is the world’s first gaming headset with circular-rainbow RGB
lighting effects for unique gaming style. The headset comes with lightweight,
D-shaped ear cushions that provide a better fit than traditional ear cushions
for improved comfort and no ear fatigue after long periods of use. USB-C
connectivity is ideal for mobile gaming and makes ROG Delta the perfect match
for ROG Phone.
ROG Balteus Qi
ROG Balteus Qi is an RGB gaming mouse pad that
combines a performance surface with the convenience of Qi wireless charging on
the desktop. A 370 x 320mm portrait-oriented surface offers ample space for
simultaneous charging and gaming, while the micro-textured hard surface enables
pixel-precise tracking. Featuring 15 individually customizable Aura Sync RGB
lighting zones for personalization, the mouse pad is also equipped with an
on-pad lighting mode button for on the fly adjustments and a USB 2.0 passthrough
port for easy connections. Apart from ROG Balteus Qi, its sibling the Balteus
will also be available for gamers who want the extra flair but without the
wireless charging function.
ROG Gladius II Wireless
ROG Gladius II Wireless is a versatile optical gaming
mouse designed to provide the performance of wired gaming in cordless freedom.
Offering dual wireless connectivity with industry-leading signal stability,
movements tracked by the 16000dpi sensor are perfectly translated to on-screen
action via ultra-fast 1ms 2.4GHz or low latency Bluetooth wireless
connectivity. Designed in close association with pro gamers, the mouse features
ergonomic contours to ensure comfort in the hand, and an ROG-exclusive socket
design that enables easy switch-replacements to customize click force for
personalized play. Powered by Aura Sync RGB lighting to match any setup, the
Gladius II Wireless is set to become the perfect addition to a clutter-free
battle station.
Chassis
ROG Strix Gaming Chassis
Tastefully designed in aluminum and smoked glass
with addressable AURA Sync lighting technology, ROG Strix Chassis takes gaming
system design to a higher level and features an ergonomic woven-pattern handle
for easier transportation. It is ideal for an EATX motherboard and offers liquid
cooling upgradeability with dual 360mm radiators on the top and front of the
case. ROG Strix Gaming chassis comes preinstalled with magnetic bearing PWM
140mm fans. In addition, ROG Strix Chassis features a Quick Charge 3.0 port, a
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port, a tool-free ROG SSD caddy, a magnetic dust filter,
and a vertical graphics card design for perfect gaming conditions and
effortlessly clean builds. There are two exclusive demo models, which will be
showcased at Computex 2018.
Product demo area
In addition to new product announcements, ROG will
showcase a complete lineup of other gaming products in the For Those
Who Dare press event demo area. Gaming products on display include,
the ROG Strix GL12 and ROG Huracan (G21) desktops; ROG Strix XG258Q, ROG Strix
XG32VQ, ROG Swift PG65 and ROG Swift PG27UQ monitors; and ROG G703, ROG
Zephyrus (GX501) and ROG Zephyrus M (GM501) laptops. Visitors are invited to
visit the demo area and experience the latest ROG innovations.
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
ASUS ROG PRODUCTS will be available from DATE in COUNTRIES from PLACES. Please
contact your local ASUS representative for further information.
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