•  Date Published: 16 Nov 2017
    • Intel Core i7-7700HQ
    • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4GB GDDR5)
    • 17.3”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 1000GB SSD + 2000GB HDD
    • 8GB DDR4
    • 2.80 kg (6.2 lbs)

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 1TB SSD + 2TB HDD
    • RAM
    • 8GB DDR4
    • OS
    • Windows 10 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Aluminum, Plastic
    • Dimensions
    • 418 x 255 x 30 mm (16.46" x 10.04" x 1.18")
    • Weight
    • 2.80 kg (6.2 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 3x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 2.0
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • HDMI
    • 1
    • Card Reader
    • Multi-format card reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ac
    • Bluetooth
    • 4.0
    • Audio jack
    • combo audio/microphone jack
    • Features
    • Web camera
    • HD webcam
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Speakers
    • Optical drive
    • Security Lock slot

    Portability

    ASUS FX753 (FX73)
    16.46" x 10.04" x 1.18" Dimensions
    2.80 kg (6.2 lbs) Weight
    Average 17.3-inch laptop
    2.86 kg (6.3 lbs) +2% Weight

    Review

    ASUS FX753 in-depth review

    The ASUS FX753VD or you can also call it the ROG Strix GL753VD (more on that later) is what appears to be one of the most affordable 17-inch GTX 1050-powered laptops. The GL753VE is another commonly found configuration with GTX 1050 Ti that we reviewed a couple of months ago. In any case, our opinion of the notebook isn't deviating too much from our initial thoughts on the ASUS ROG Strix GL553VE (15-inch version) and the GL753VE. It offers excellent keyboard, good IPS panel for a little bit extra cash compared to its competitors and a bit disappointing build quality. We are starting to get worried because it's becoming a trend for ASUS' ROG gaming lineup while the similarly-priced competitors impress with above average build quality. Take the Lenovo Legion Y520 and Dell's Inspiron 7567[...]

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    Pros

    • Excellent keyboard
    • Extra I/O
    • Bright IPS panel with high contrast, wide sRGB coverage and good color accuracy out of the box
    • The panel doesn't use PWM for regulating screen brightness
    • The chassis remains cool even under heavy workload

    Cons

    • A bit hefty
    • The internals get a bit hot during heavy workload
    • Wobbly and jumpy touchpad
    • Unsatisfactory build quality in some key areas