Desktop performance... In THIS??

The video showcases the Asus Zephyrus S GX701, a 17-inch gaming laptop presented at CES 2019, with Linus and the team detailing the device’s design priorities and thermal strategy. They explain how thin bezels and a compact chassis belie a powerful internal stack, including options with a 144 Hz 1080p display and Pantone certification for color accuracy, as well as HDR with local dimming and up to 400 nit peak brightness. The host highlights notable cooling innovations such as liquid crystal polymer fans and redesigned shrouds, including a dust-collection chamber and a lip at the bottom to manage intake and exhaust air more effectively. A tradeoff of the design is also discussed: the absence of a built-in webcam to maintain the ultra-thin profile, with a standalone external webcam offered as an accessory. The dual graphics configurations, RTX 2070 or 2080 Max-Q, are examined alongside real-world implications like battery life and lack of Thunderbolt, punctuating the laptop’s gaming-forward, mobile-friendly ethos. In practical terms, the presenters show the machine in action for gaming workloads and note performance ranges when RTX is enabled, suggesting a mix of strong gaming capability and portability that aims to appeal to enthusiasts who want desktop-level performance on the go. The segment wraps with a nod to sponsorship by Dbrand, promoting protective gear and accessories that complement the CES experience, while implicitly inviting viewers to follow up with more on the show floor coverage and future Linus Tech Tips content.

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