
15" Notebook with GTX 965M SLI & Crazy G-SYNC Experiment - CES 2015
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** The G-SYNC demo in this video is highly experimental & AORUS states that NVIDIA does not support G-sync on laptop and they don't know any plans and information from NVIDIA ** Our CES 2015 Sponsors: Phantom Glass: store.phantom.glass HyperX YouTube Channel: youtube.com Forum thread: linustechtips.com twitter.com twitter.com @LinusTech Join our community forum: bit.ly
The video showcases Gigabyte’s Aorus X5, a 15.6‑inch gaming notebook that packs a dual‑GPU GTX 965M SLI configuration and an experimental G‑SYNC panel. Linus Tech Tips walks through the machine’s form factor, highlighting its 2.5‑inch hard‑drive bay, up to 32 GB DDR3 memory, and a 3K/4K Exo panel that runs at 1080p. He demonstrates the laptop’s connectivity,three USB 3.0 ports, dual HDMI, DisplayPort, audio jack, Ethernet, and a micro‑SD slot,while stressing the lightweight aluminum chassis and the “chicklet” keyboard layout. The reviewer also notes the G‑SYNC support on a mobile GPU, a feature not widely advertised, and gives a quick look at the internal layout, including the 970M GPU powering the panel. Overall, the video offers a concise unboxing, a detailed review, and a performance preview of a powerful, portable gaming machine.
Viewers praise Linus’s energetic presentation and the clear explanation of the laptop’s specs, with several comments noting the G‑SYNC demo and the potential for a future benchmark review. The comments also highlight the sponsor shout‑outs and the overall enthusiasm for the Aorus X5’s design.
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Questions answered
- What is the main GPU configuration of the Aorus X5?
- It uses dual GeForce GTX 965M GPUs in SLI.
- Which display panel does the notebook feature?
- An Exo panel that supports 3K or 4K resolutions.
- What connectivity options are available on the laptop?
- Three USB 3.0 ports, dual HDMI, DisplayPort, audio jack, Ethernet, and a micro‑SD slot.