lucadelladora – Asus has officially launched its latest gaming mini-PC, the ROG GR70, marking the company’s first foray into the AMD-powered gaming mini-PC market. This new model deviates from the Intel-based systems previously offered under the ROG NUC branding. Unlike its predecessors, which featured Intel processors, the ROG GR70 incorporates a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D CPU paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU.
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The ROG GR70 combines top-tier performance with a compact design, housed in a 3-litre case, and cooled by a triple-fan system to manage the heat generated by these powerful components. This new mini-PC is a direct competitor to other high-performance compact gaming machines but comes with the flexibility and performance benefits of AMD’s latest processors.
A Compact Powerhouse
The ROG GR70 measures 280 x 180 x 60 mm, providing ample space for its high-performance components while keeping the overall form factor small enough to fit into any setup. Asus has made no compromises in design, as the mini-PC includes front-facing ports for easy connectivity and a robust cooling solution to maintain optimal performance.
The ports include:
- 1x 3.5mm jack
- 1x DC-in
- 2x DisplayPort 2.1
- 2x HDMI 2.1 FRL
- 1x Kensington lock
- 1x RJ45 LAN
- 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort 2.1)
- 6x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
The inclusion of multiple USB ports, two HDMI 2.1 outputs, and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity ensures that the ROG GR70 can handle high-speed peripherals and displays, a must-have for gamers and content creators alike.
Performance and Future Availability
The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor powers the ROG GR70, delivering substantial performance gains over previous Intel-based models. Paired with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU, the mini-PC provides impressive graphical performance, making it an excellent choice for gaming, video editing, and other resource-intensive tasks. Compared to earlier models with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX chips. The ROG GR70 offers a slight edge in CPU performance, providing users with a more powerful and balanced experience.
The mini-PC’s hardware configuration includes two SODIMM slots and two M.2 2280 slots, one of which supports PCIe 5.0 SSDs. This ensures that users can upgrade storage and memory for even better performance. Asus has limited the second M.2 2280 slot to PCIe 4.0 speeds. Meaning that high-speed storage options are available but with some constraints on the second slot.
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Global Release and Pricing
Although Asus has not fully disclosed global availability and pricing. The ROG GR70 is already available in China for CNY 14,999 (approximately $2,113). With its powerful specs and compact design, the mini-PC is set to appeal to gamers seeking both portability and performance. Given its competitive price and impressive features, it is likely to become a strong contender in the global gaming mini-PC market once it launches worldwide.
Asus has yet to provide a firm date for the global release. But it is expected to roll out in other markets soon after its initial release in China. The ROG GR70 aims to cater to gamers and professionals alike who are looking for a compact. High-performance computing solution that doesn’t sacrifice power or features for size.
