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ASUS N61JQ-X1 16-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop (Dark Brown) | 
| Brand: Asus
List Price: $1,099.00
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Rating:  69 reviews
Color: Dark Brown
Media: Personal Computers
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium
CPU Manufacturer: Intel
CPU Speed: 2.8
CPU Type: Intel Core i7
Hard Drive Size: 320
Display Size: 16
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.5
Dimensions (in): 15.4 x 10.6 x 1.5
MPN: N61JQ-X1
Model: N61JQ-X1
UPC: 884840565635
EAN: 0884840565635
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| Features:
| • | Intel Core i7-720QM Processor1.6GHz w/ turbo boost up to 2.8GHz | | • | 4GB of DDR3 1066MHz SDRAM, 2 slots, 8GB Max | | • | 320GB Hard Drive (7200 RPM); Super Multi Optical Disk Drive; Wi-Fi 802.11 bgn | | • | 16-Inch HD LED LCD Display; 2.0MP Webcam; Bluetooth; HDMI Port; ATI 5730 Graphics Engine with 1 GB DDR3 Dedicated VRAM | | • | Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System |
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Product Description
Enjoy true entertainment and real sound with the ASUS N61JQ-X1. Equipped with Intel's new Core i7-720QM processor and an ATI 5730 graphics engine with 1GB DDR3 VRAM, the N61JQ-X1 brings users true-to-life images for games, movies and videos. Dedicated resonance space arrangement provides sound layering and enhanced detail. With 2.5 watt TV standard sound output and a 21cc amplifier, the N61JQ-X1 improves and balances audio reproduction across different sonic ranges, particularly for vocals and low-band bass. Together with Altec Lansing speakers supported by SRS Premium Sound, the N61JQ-X1 provides crisp, clear audio reproduction and a truly surreal 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. Lastly, the sunken-hinge design of the N61JQ-X1 provides a more comfortable view by providing users with a wider and more ergonomic viewing angle.
Amazon.com Product Description
Expect an Encore
The 16-inch N61Jq-X1 is masterfully crafted to deliver premium entertainment while on the go. Featuring the powerful Intel Core i7 Quad Core processor and ATI Discrete Graphics Engine powered by Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics, the N61Jq-X1 redefines mobile computing with the power of a desktop inside its elegant and portable design.Now you can also enjoy the latest in graphics processing technology on-the-go with DirectX 11-enabled ATI Discrete Graphics Engine and watch your games come alive.
This multimedia powerhouse excels in entertainment with awe-inspiring HD playback on its brilliant 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen for a vivid entertainment experience in HD. Delight your senses with rich sound from the Altec Lansing speakers, enhanced by the unique SonicMaster design –an exclusive ASUS design that improves sound projection and quality. Plus, introduce yourself to the latest standard of USB with Superspeed USB 3.0, enabling faster transfer rates for USB 3.0-enabled peripherals – up to 10 times faster compared to USB 2.0. Enjoy your favorite HD movies, listen to hit songs, and experience the impressive visuals of the N61Jq-X1- the possibilities are virtually endless.
The N61Jq-X1 boasts 4GB DDR3 system RAM, a chiclet keyboard, a multi-touch trackpad, a high-speed wireless 802.11n connectivity, a 320GB 7200 RPM hard drive, a HDMI connectivity, a Bluetooth v2.1+EDR connectivity, a 2.0MP webcam, and plenty of other convenient features. 
Key Features - Powerful Intel Core i7-720QM processor with Turbo Boost and Hyper Threading Technologies for smart multitasking performance that adapts to your needs (Learn more)
- Color Shine 16-inch Edge-to-Edge HD LED-backlit widescreen for a vibrant and immersive cinematic experience (Learn more)
- ATI Discrete Graphics Engine (DGE) powered by Mobility Radeon HD 5730 graphics with 1GB VRAM and DirectX 11 support for the latest gaming and multimedia enjoyment (Learn more)
- Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound produce crisp, clear audio reproduction (Learn more)
- ASUS SonicMaster design for more detailed and richer sound quality
- 320GB 7200RPM hard drive for fast, convenient storage and access to all your documents, music, videos, and photos
- 4GB of DDR3 RAM brings increased performance with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit pre-installed
- Multi-touch trackpad lets you intuitively navigate through web pages, documents, and pictures (Learn more)
- Chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad for increased typing precision (Learn more)
- HDMI output for easy HD video and audio connectivity to your HDTV or LCD monitors with HDMI input
- USB 3.0 Superspeed connectivity for up to 10x faster transfer speed than USB 2.0 (Learn more)
- High-speed wireless N networking (802.11 b/g/n @ 2.4GHz) with Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR (Learn more)
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit for a faster and more reliable operating system (Learn more)
- ASUS Infusion Technology for scratch-resistant protection
- 2.0 megapixel webcam for video chatting with friends and family
- 1 year global warranty and 1 year Accidental Damage Warranty* (Learn more)
Learn More  | The N61Jq-X1 offers you the latest in mobile graphics technology with its ATI Discrete Graphics Engine powered by Mobility Radeon HD 5730 with 1GB DDR3 VRAM. It is a powerful DirectX 11-ready graphics card that lets you enjoy the latest HD playback and gaming along with the latest graphical interface support for Windows 7.
DirectX 11 brings big improvements to graphics with features that enhance realism and enable faster computing. Ready for the latest in entertainment, ASUS N61Jq lets you enjoy lifelike gaming and cinematic experience on-the-go.
With its dedicated 1GB of DDR3 video memory, the DGE lets you enjoy the latest hit games while on the go. |
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 | Sit back and relax with premium multimedia features that make the N61Jq-X1 the ideal desktop replacement. Equipped with Altec Lansing speakers with enhanced SRS premium sound and the ASUS proprietary SonicMaster design, you’re ensured a cinematic experience when on the go.
With included HDMI connectivity, this entertainment notebook turns into your personal media center when you synchronize it to an external monitor or HDTV - letting you enjoy flawless 1080p HD playback anytime, anywhere.
Perfectly complementing the N61Jq-X1’s Dedicated Graphics Engine performance are its brilliant 16-inch HD LED-backlit widescreen, Super Multi DVD drive, and Video Magic software that lets you enjoy the latest blockbuster hits wherever you go.
The ASUS N61Jq-X1 does not only run your demanding applications, it will also wow you with its premium entertainment features. |
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Built with one of the World’s Most Intelligent Notebook Processors
 | Stay ahead of the curve and enjoy extreme multi-tasking with Intel’s leading-edge processor and some of today’s most powerful components. Incorporating the Intel Core i7 720QM quad-core processor, the N61Jq-X1 outperforms and outclasses other notebooks for an immersive gaming and multimedia experience.
With massive memory bandwidth that delivers the ultimate in HD computing, hardcore multi-taskers will rejoice with Intel Turbo Boost Technology –accelerating performance from 1.6GHz to 2.8GHz.
The N61Jq-X1 gives you all the power you need to create digital videos, 3D animation, or effortlessly play adrenaline-filled games and movies. |
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 | The N61Jq-X1 is one of the first notebooks to introduce USB 3.0 – the latest standard of USB – that far surpasses the speed of its predecessors with transfer rates up to 10 times faster. This means it takes only 20 seconds to transfer the content of one DVD (6GB) using USB 3.0, instead of 3.3 minutes with USB 2.0.
The N61Jq-X1 also boasts an array of wireless features that make it simpler than ever to connect to your mobile world, including 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, you can explore with greatly increased transfer rates –that means quicker downloads and faster video streaming.
Plus, with the latest Bluetooth support, you can effortlessly sync your Bluetooth-enabled devices. |
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 | Protected by scratch-resistant ASUS Infusion Technology, the N61Jq-X1 will captivate you with its eye-catching aesthetic. With an Eagle-eye design, the unique-looking power-button lights up a cool indigo blue so whether you’re in light or dark areas you always know where to find it.
Specialized for ease of use, the N61Jq-X1’s elegant chiclet keyboard is seamlessly built into its beautifully shaped chassis and features a numeric keypad for easy input. But, there’s more to its chiclet keyboard than just looks, its uniquely-spaced layout gives users more typing precision and effectively protects it from dust buildup.
It also features a multi-touch trackpad that’s sized larger than average notebooks, allowing for remarkable control while scrolling through web pages, documents, or photo albums.
You can now use two or three fingers to easily command your applications with gestures such as zooming in/out or rotating the picture. |
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 | Recently rated #1 in consumer reliability among Windows-based PCs by SquareTrade, and PCMag.com, ASUS gives you the peace of mind you deserve every time you start your N61Jq-X1 notebook.†
ASUS worked extensively with Microsoft to develop time-saving features like FastBoot technology –reducing the time needed for startup and shutdown by up to 40% –and LocalMe –a GPS-like application.
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And, thanks to Windows 7’s enhanced power management, you can enjoy unplugged gaming longer.
Click HERE to learn more about the time-saving ASUS FastBoot feature. |
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 | 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: If you discover one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel at no cost.
Two-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support |
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Accidents Happen  | You have extra protection when accidents happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada. ASUS will fix or replace your notebook for you at no charge during the first year after purchase in the event of damage from accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire.*
Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
One-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24 hour toll-free phone support
One incident covered per notebook |
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What's in the Box The entire ASUS N61Jq-X1 package contains a warranty information card, notebook, 6-cell battery pack, and AC Adapter.
ASUS N61Jq-X1 (Brown) 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) CPU: Intel Core i7-720QM processor (1.60GHz Turbo-Boost to 2.8GHz Quad-Core) Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5730 1GB DDR3 VRAM Wireless Data Network: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz) , Bluetooth v2.1+EDR LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Memory: 4GB DDR3 (up to 8GB) Storage: 320GB 7,200RPM hard drive Optical Disc Drive: Super Multi DVD drive Camera: 2.0 Megapixel Speakers: Altec Lansing speakers with SRS premium sound Microphone: Digital Array Microphone Card Reader: : 1x 8-in-1 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, 1x USB 3.0 port, 2x USB 2.0 ports, 1x E-SATA Battery Pack: 6-Cell Dimensions: 14.98 x 10.33 x 1.08 (W x D x H) Weight: 6.38 lbs Color: Brown
† Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com’s Service & Reliability Report 2009. 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/ ).
* For notebooks purchased on or after Sept. 10, 2007. The ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty covers “ASUS” brand notebooks only, and does NOT extend to: “Built on ASUS,” “ASMobile,” “Powered by ASUS,” the Eee PC, or some other models. These retailers are currently among the companies that do NOT participate in the ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty: Best Buy, MicroCenter, and The Source by CircuitCity in Canada. Limit of one claim per notebook for Accidental Damage Warranty. ASUS reserves the right to discontinue this program and to modify the terms and conditions thereof at any time. ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty Program starts from the date of your ASUS notebook purchase, when all the requirements are met. One incident covered per notebook.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 69
 Amazing value! March 6, 2010
Joseph P. Moss
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
Keyboard:
Chiclet keyboard feels nice, the large keys and a number pad are great! When I ordered this laptop I was worried I would get the UK keyboard layout with the large return key and the backslash key in a inconvenient location. When I received the laptop I was pleased to find that it was the standard US keyboard layout with large enter, backspace, shift, and control keys which is a nice change from other laptop keyboards that have smaller keys.
Color:
The page says the color is dark brown but appears black under almost all conditions, a plus in my book. I had to shine the back with an LED flashlight for it to appear brown. I haven't taken outside in direct sunlight but it may appear more brown outside.
Build quality:
I would rate this a medium. It shouldn't break under normal use but it doesn't look as sturdy as some others. Very bright white LEDs on both sides of the laptop blink when in standy mode or when powered on make the laptop distracting in a darker room. I like the quiet fan volume. Even the DVD drive is fairly quiet. Screen hinges look nice and shouldn't break easily.
Performance:
Windows 7 boots fast! Windows Experience Index of 5.9. Runs most all modern games on high quality. Great performance for the price.
Ports:
Aside from the standard ports, this laptop has an HDMI port with audio out, one USB 3.0 connector, an eSATA connector!
Bundled software:
Comes with standard game demos, Office 2007 trial, and various ASUS utilities. Nothing special but not nearly enough to be considered bloat-ware. Comes with Windows 7 and driver re-install disc as well as recovery disc maker software.
Audio:
Great sound quality for laptop speakers. No noticeable distortion even at high volume!
Battery life:
Mediocre, I average about 2 hours in power saving mode. But what do you expect from a gaming laptop with an i7 processor? Get a netbook if you want battery life :)
Warranty:
Great warranty, came with one free year of accidental damage protection.
N61JQ-X1 = 2010 Most awesome laptop $ for $ April 13, 2010
George
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
ASUS N61JQ-X1 is the best laptop by far. I replaced all my gaming systems & desktop with = this laptop & a STEAM account. I wirelessly game on my 2009 52" Sharp LCD HDTV & Sony/Polk -hybrid DolbyDigital 5.1 home theatre system [multi kW theatre]. Sometimes I game in the 7.2 Klipsch/Polk -hyrbrid movie theatre.
I know about games: I have a PS3 w/ 20+ Games HDMI & FiberOptical, Xbox360 HDMI w/ 500+ games & FiberOptical addon [gamertag CONTRA2634AD], i7-975EE desktop @ 4.8GHz on 24/7 Phase Change (TRI-SLI HDMI & SB Fatal1ty Titanium FiberOptical), and I auction vintage videogame lots of 100s of games.
N61JQ-X1 has Radeon 5730 1GB, a powerful DirectX 11 graphics card. This Radeon 5730 is at least 33-50% faster than the nVidia GT 220, 230, 240, 320, 350 you'll find in similar under-$1000 LENOVO, DELL, HP competitors. Also, the 5730 is only about 20% slower than a GTS 360m, the modern over-$1500 laptop champ.
From continuous 24/7 use since my March 1, 2010 purchase, I have experienced no crashes, no bugs, no issues at all. I play all the modern STEAM games: AvP, CODMW2, Borderlands, DragonAge, Fallout3, RE5, GTA4, Crysis, Metro2033, STALKER, L4D2! Full speed. GT 360m laptop cannot even play minutes without overheat freeze/crash!
This is a flawless, lightweight computer that leaves nothing lacking for my use! I even upgraded my house to the fastest Wireless-N Buffalo Router on the market to PC game wirelessly from now on.
Moreover, I upgraded this laptop to the MAXIMUM! 8GB DDR3-1333 SODIMM, Sony BC-5600S SlotLoading BluRay, 128gb Q4-2009 Samsung SSD, 64GB FileMate ExpressCard SSD, 32GB "Class 10" SDHC, Windows 7 x64 Ultimate, USB3.0 1TB 2.5" Laptop Harddrive, Microsoft Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000, Bluetooth Keyboard, Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows, 8' HDMI Cable.
**I even RETURNED the best LAPTOP COOLER on the market because this laptop DOESN'T NEED IT!!!!!**
**HERE ARE MY GAME SETTINGS in all games ~60 FPS **: SET RESOLUTION TO 1280x720 @ 60Hz ON YOUR DESKTOP & IN ALL GAMES [720p], Shadows = OFF, AA/FSAA = OFF, Water = OFF, Reflections = OFF, vSync = OFF, PostProcessing = OFF, TerrainDetail = LOW, [& Adjust sound quality if needed]. If you can't turn those settings off, adjust them to their lowest settings. Almost every other setting can be turned up MAXIMUM in most games.
Great laptop February 25, 2010
Anish K. Thomas
9 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is my first ASUS laptop. This laptop is simply excellent when compared to my other XPS laptop. Very good features and excellent performance. Also the weight is not that much ( I expected more weight since it is 16 inch laptop). the display is superb. Great laptop for a decent price. This laptop could be much more better if it has a blue ray drive.
Price and Performance February 22, 2010
Anonymous
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Out of the box and running less than 15 mins, Windows 7 looks alot like vista with no issues so far. First impression of the notebook was that it looked clean and business like, far from the truth when I popped in a few games, Dragon's age runs at near all high settings flawlessly with no stuttering or major fps drops and is stunning, runs warcraft @ 50fps in Dalaran, programs are fast, a very nice all around notebook, hard drive is a bit small for gaming, but who needs a bunch of games loaded all at once, does warm up but not too hot, for extended gaming sessions a cooler would be a good idea. Onboard speakers are actually very good, resolution could be higher, but looks great, gloss finish on the screen does produce glare if not positioned right. IMO price vs performance, this thing is a 9.5/10 for what it is and what it is capable of, if you know what you are buying, you will not be dissapointed, this is not a desktop replacement, simply because I prefer the performance of a desktop but the N61J performs outstanding considering its a notebook.
Best laptop you can buy right now April 13, 2010
arnoldpalmerlite (California)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Had to push one of the back panels in so it was seated properly.
There is a tiny gap in the casing by the media reader slot - it is barely noticeable, and I assume it's another part that is just not pushed in all the way like the back piece was.
There is a tiny amount of keyboard flex, but when you're typing you don't notice it - only if you're looking for it/pressing down deliberately hard.
Coming from a mac laptop, the multi-finger gestures aren't as bad as I've read - they seem to work just fine so far (after you know what the gestures are - they aren't all extremely intuitive) After a few days of use I notice it works only sometimes - anyone know whats up with that? If you're getting this laptop I wouldn't count on this feature.
It feels surprisingly light.
The hinge is sturdy - i expect it to last.
The sound: I can see both opinions - it can sound tinny - but it's also... guess what? A laptop. And no, there isn't cell phones with better speakers - although i've seen some that are pretty close to this. There just isn't any lows, and barely any mids - if you really want good sound, ignore the hype Asus created in their advertisement of these speakers (all that's really exciting about it is that the normal laptop speakers are arranged in some special way-and it comes with some tuning software) and get a pair of some decent desktop speakers. Don't expect any miracles with the sound. That being said, the built-ins are decent laptop speakers (the stereo effect will certainly surprise you). & They are plenty louder than my Macbook's built-ins - so i'm not disappointed with it. The sound required some minor tweaking in the SRS software to get it to my liking.
The hand rest is a fingerprint magnet, I can tell it's going to be difficult to keep clean - the fingerprints go on, but they don't wipe off as easy as if it were a gloss plastic.
The back, indeed looks black. It's pretty & understated.
There isn't a terrible amount of bloat-ware.. I uninstalled all of the game trials and a few other programs and that was all i had to do.
It's pretty thin for a laptop this size - not fat looking like those terrible HPs
Mine came with 1333 ram.
I created a backup DVD set when i got the laptop - and that took about 2 hours (compressing the files, creating an iso, and burning 4 discs) with the supplied backup software.
I haven't run down the battery yet - but it says about 1.5 hours.
The video card is...awesome. I ran Battlefield Bad Company 2 (a DX11 game) on all of the highest settings (8x anti-aliasing, highest resolution etc.) And it ran perfectly except for a bit of slow down during massive explosions etc. - but, when the anti-aliasing is turned down to 4x it runs just fine.
I was planning on getting an X25M SSD for this laptop - but...It doesn't really need it! Boots up in seconds... Photoshop opens in about 4-5 seconds...
I saw today that apple revamped their macbook & MBPs - and after looking at them - I would still buy this laptop. It's $1,800 cheaper... And the hardware is still better. Besides that, I am really impressed with windows 7 - After a few days I don't miss anything from OSX.
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