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ASUS N61JQ-XV1 16-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Dark Brown) Review

ASUS N61JQ-XV1 16-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Dark Brown) Feature

Intel Core i7-740QM Quad-Core Processor 1.73GHz with turbo boost up to 2.93GHz
4GB of DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, 2 slots, 8GB Max; ATI HD5730 graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM
500GB Hard Drive (7200 RPM); Super Multi Optical Disk Drive; Wi-Fi 802.11 bgn
HDMI Port; USB 3.0 port; Bluetooth; 2.0MP Webcam
16-Inch HD (1366x768) LED Display; Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System

ASUS N61JQ-XV1 16-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Dark Brown) Overview

Enjoy true entertainment and great sound with the ASUS N61JQ. Equipped with Intel's new Core i7-740QM processor and an ATI HD5730 graphics processor with 1GB DDR3 VRAM, the n61JQ brings users true-to-life images for games, movies and videos. Together with Altec Lansing speakers supported by SRS Premium Sound, the n61JQ provides crisp, clear audio reproduction and a truly enjoyable audio experience while on-the-go. A multi-touch touchpad allows users to scroll, rotate, as well as zooming-in and out while surfing the web or browsing multimedia intuitively. The sunken-hinge design of the n61JQ provides a more comfortable view by providing users with a wider and more ergonomic viewing angle. In addition to the two standard USB ports, the n61JQ includes one USB 3.0 port, providing for faster transfers of high definition data, such as movies and videos, as well as various other large capacity file formats; and USB 3.0 charges USB-chargable devices with 900mA,faster than the 500mA of current USB 2.0. The notebook comes with the ASUS 360 service program that includes a 1 year global warranty, one month zero bright dot guaranty, free two-way standard shipping, twenty-four hour tech support seven days a week, and a one year accidental damage warranty, protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills and surge.

ASUS N61JQ-XV1 16-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Dark Brown) Specifications

Expect an Encore

The 16-inch N61Jq-XV1 is masterfully crafted to deliver premium entertainment with innovation to match. Built with an Intel Core i7-740QM quad-core processor and ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics, redefine mobile computing with the power of an entire desktop inside a sleek and elegant portable design. This multimedia powerhouse excels in entertainment with flawless HD playback on a brilliant 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen. Delight your senses with rich sound from the Altec Lansing speakers enhanced for excellent on-the-go sound quality. Delivering the latest in connectivity with Super Speed USB 3.0, charge USB 3.0-enabled devices quickly and transfer files from USB storage devices to your notebook up to 10 times faster than previous generation USB 2.0 speeds.¹ Enjoy your favorite HD movies, listen to hit songs, or experience impressive visuals while playing mainstream games, with the N61Jq-XV1 the possibilities are nearly limitless.

The N61Jq-XV1 features 4GB DDR3 system memory, chiclet keyboard, 3-finger multi-touch trackpad, high-speed wireless N, 500GB 7200RPM hard drive, HDMI connectivity, Bluetooth v2.1, 2.0 megapixel webcam, and plenty of other features.

Key Features

Vivid 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen for an immersive cinematic experience (Learn more)
Intel Core i7-740QM quad-core processor with Turbo Boost Technology for smart multitasking performance that adapts to your needs (Learn more)
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM to enable 1080p HD playback (Learn more)
ASUS Infusion Technology for eye-catching style and scratch-resistant protection
500GB 7200RPM hard drive for fast, convenient storage and access to all your documents, music, videos, and photos
Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound roduce crisp, clear audio reproduction (Learn more)
3-touch multi-touch trackpad lets you intuitively navigate through Web pages, documents, and pictures
Chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad for increased typing precision

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Sizzling Graphics

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The N61Jq-XV1 is built with ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics card with 1GB GDDR3 VRAM and DirectX 11 support that can effortlessly handle HD playback and mainstream gaming. DirectX 11 brings big improvements to graphics with features that enhance realism and enable faster computing. With the N61Jq-XV1 and ATI GPU, take advantage of ATI PowerPlay that allows for longer battery life and doesn't compromise on performance.

Media-centric Features

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Sit back and relax with the N61Jq-XV1's premium multimedia features that make it the ideal desktop replacement. It's equipped with Altec Lansing speakers with enhanced SRS premium sound for a cinematic experience wherever you go. With HDMI connectivity, turn this entertainment notebook into your personal media center by syncing it to an external monitor or HDTV and enjoy flawless 1080p HD playback anytime, anywhere. Plus, it has a brilliant 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen, and ASUS VideoMagic software that suitably complements GPU performance. ASUS VideoMagic is a 3-in-1 software package that enriches visuals with clearer images, upgrading DVD quality to 1080p HD quality, and smoother playback, increasing frame rates from 24/30 Frames Per Second (FPS) to 60/72 FPS.

ASUS VideoMagic Software

True Theater - Boosts DVD/ video quality to Full HD

PowerDirect 7 -

Powerful, simple GPU-accelerated video editing.

Media Show Espresso -

Media converter for multimedia devices (trial version).

Multitasking Mastery

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The N61Jq-XV1 is brilliant at multitasking. Its Intel Core i7-740QM quad-core processor with Turbo Boost Technology automatically throttles the processor speed to whatever you're doing. Plus, it features Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for intelligently enabling all 4 cores for simultaneous 8-way multitasking. With the N61Jq-XV1, ASUS Power4Gear controls system performance to masterfully optimize it for the task at hand. With a push of a button, select the power profile that matches your need.

Enhanced Connectivity

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The N61Jq-XV1 boasts an array of wireless connectivity and is one of the first notebooks to introduce USB 3.0—the future standard of USB. Now, it's more simple than ever to connect to your mobile world with built-in high-speed wireless N (802.11 b/g/n @2.4 GHz) and Bluetooth v2.1. With high-speed wireless N, not only do you get improved range but you can also explore with increased transfer rates for quicker downloads and faster video streaming. Plus, with the latest Bluetooth support, you can effortlessly sync your Bluetooth-enabled peripherals. The N61Jq-XV1 also has new USB 3.0 ports that far surpasses the speed of its predecessor with data transfer rates up to 10 times faster.¹

Relax, ASUS Has You Covered

Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources², readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS relentlessly strive to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.

It is also backed by a strong commitment with the industry's most comprehensive warranty.

1 Year ASUS Global Warranty³

Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:

1 year global warranty
30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
2-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support

1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty (ADW)³

Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.

Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24/7 toll-free phone support

What's in the Box

N61Jq-XV1
AC Adapter
6 cell Battery Pack
Warranty Information Card

Specifications

Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display: 16-inch HD LED-backlit Widescreen (1366 x 768)
Processor: Intel Core i7-740QM processor 1.6 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.8 GHz
Graphics: ATI Mobility RADEON HD 5730 1GB DDR3 VRAM
WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz) , Bluetooth v2.1
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Memory: 4GB DDR3 (up to 8GB)
Storage: 500GB 7,200RPM hard drive
Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD
Camera: 2.0 Megapixel
Speakers: Altec Lansing speakers with SRS Premium Sound
Microphone: Digital Array Microphone
Card Reader: 1x 8-in- card reader (MMC/SD/Mini-SD/XD/Memory Stick/MS Pro/MS Duo/MS-Pro-Duo)
Input / Output:1x Headphone-out jack (SPDF support), 1x Microphone-in jack, 1x Express Card 34, 1x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert, 3x USB 3.0 ports, 1x E-SATA
Battery: 6 cell
Dimensions: 14.98 x 10.33 x 1.08 (W x D x H)
Weight: 6.38 lbs
Color: Brown

© 2010 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications are subject to change without notice and features are only in select models. Products may not be available in all markets. Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies.

¹All figures theoretical values compared to USB 2.0 benchmarks for reference purposes. Actual speed depends on device and system status.
²Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com's Service & Reliability Report 2010. Rate number 1 PC brand according to SquareTrade, the leading direct-to-consumer warranty company (for more information visit http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/laptop-reliability-1109/ ). Rated number 1 reliable PC maker in Q2 2010's RESCUECOM report http://www.rescuecom.com/2010-2nd-Quarter-Computer-Reliability-Report.html
³ASUS reserves the right to exclude certain SKUs; check with your retailer to confirm coverage of specific models. Valid for notebooks purchased in the US and Canada only. Certain retailers do not participate in ADW coverage. For complete details, please visit: usa.asus.com/event/ASUS360 and adw.asus.com/.

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