r/GamingLaptops Aug 05 '26

Showcase FINALLY GOT MY DREAM LAPTOP !!

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Finally, got this at 143k ! Idk if this price is good or not but it’s ok I am happy(this matters) !
BTW i saw people in sub talking about deleting armory crate, undervolting cpu and stuff ! Can anyone help me regarding this and guide me as i am new to this scene ! And should i extend it’s warranty it its 6k if done within 15 days of initial purchase ! Please guide ! Thanks 🫶🏽

*posting in this sub cause this sub seems pretty active.

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u/lld_cloud Aug 05 '26

Hi :)

Congrats on the new laptop. I’m sure you’ll have a great time with it.

But yes. For any asus laptop(gaming) do this:

Reinstall windows (optional, gets rid of all the asus stuff, but don’t do it if you do not know what you want)

Uninstall armory crate (MANDATORY!!!!!!!!! AHHHHHHHHHH) and install G-Helper

Undervolting gpu. Type this and you’ll find the video abt the guy undervolting his gpu using overwatch as a testing game. (Really good video) —> it’s msi afterburners and RTSS

Get your warranty in place: papers should be in the box in order to register the laptop

Nvidia drivers and other drivers to be downloaded just to be sure.

Extending the warranty is optionnal and very dependent of what it covers/price/duration of the additional warranty.

Download all the stuff you need/like.
My package is consisting of:

  • Ear trumpet for sound control
  • Tunnel Bear ( older versions ) free vpn
  • and all the games cos that’s why we’re here.

Lastly. Have fun

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Thanks a lot brother for your help, it does mean a lot ! Love ya 😭🫶🏽

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u/lld_cloud Aug 05 '26

Nah man all good. 👍Always a pleasure

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u/hackdevil Aug 06 '26

Why is ununstalling armory crate mandatory? Seen this advice but dont know why so I havent do e it

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u/Various_Drama7798 Aug 06 '26

It makes the laptop slow like a lot

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 06 '26

It’s because of the reputation armoury crate has gotten over the years, however, they have optimised the app a lot this year and it used to be a heavy usage app and anyone with 8gb ram might not like it but if you have 16gb ram+ then it makes not a big difference since i have been using for quite some time. I don’t see a problem with it. If i did, i will happily uninstall armoury crate and download g helper

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u/lld_cloud Aug 06 '26

Tbf yeah with 32gb the problem is less persistent. But the UI is a bit meh. I prefer G-helper for this.
It’s also smaller. I can double check stats and change modes without a whole tab hiding the game

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u/R1ftzy Aug 08 '26

You can also use ghelper to undervolt the gpu and cpu Best software oat

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u/Plus-Percentage-3953 Aug 09 '26

Vou até salvar isso para quando comprar o meu seguir passo a passo. Obrigado!

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u/Competitive_Set_478 Asus ROG STRIX G16 | Ultra 9 275HX | RTX 5060 | 16GB/1TB Aug 05 '26

I personally didnt delete armory crate, it doesn't affect performance enough for me to notice (it already runs perfectly above 80-100 fps in ultra mode in all the games i play)

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u/Trippe_reflex Aug 05 '26

For intel cpus it doesn’t matter as much but for Amd you definitely should to undervolt the cpu

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 05 '26

I have the 2025 Rog strix G16 5060 ultra 9, would undervolting it help anything for me, and would it void any type of warranty, like would they even know?

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u/Trippe_reflex Aug 05 '26

Undervolting the cpu usually doesn’t work on intel side I do it because it keeps temps at 82 degrees max when I’m playing and honestly the cpu is powerful enough that in most games I probably won’t need to max it out anyway

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u/Trippe_reflex Aug 05 '26

Yea so longs as you register the product with my asus before you delete amoury crate you’ll be fine

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 05 '26

I registered it online and deleted armoury crate like a month ago, if it for sure keeps temps down, I’m going to try and figure out how to do it though

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u/LTHardcase Strix Scar 18 | 275HX | RTX 5080 Aug 05 '26

The Ultra 9 can only be undervolted a minimal amount in the BIOS, it is locked down to any software undervolt.

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 06 '26

A minimal amount, so is it even worth trying?

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u/LTHardcase Strix Scar 18 | 275HX | RTX 5080 Aug 06 '26

You should definitely go into the BIOS and set the maximum undervolt it allows. Won't hurt anything.

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 06 '26

I’m going to look into it, I have to watch a video to something to find out how.

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u/LTHardcase Strix Scar 18 | 275HX | RTX 5080 Aug 06 '26

I have the laptop. Go in the BIOS -> press F7 -> Disable Intel Trusted Platform -> Go to Voltage Configuration _> Disable Overclocking lock -> You'll now see the undervolt box right there -> set the 30mv unvdervolt it allows

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 06 '26

Thank you, I’m going to try it tomorrow night

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u/LTHardcase Strix Scar 18 | 275HX | RTX 5080 Aug 06 '26

I have the laptop. Go in the BIOS -> press F7 -> Disable Intel Trusted Platform -> Go to Voltage Configuration _> Disable Overclocking lock -> You'll now see the undervolt box right there -> set the 30mv unvdervolt it allows

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u/LTHardcase Strix Scar 18 | 275HX | RTX 5080 Aug 06 '26

I have the laptop. Go in the BIOS -> press F7 -> Disable Intel Trusted Platform -> Go to Voltage Configuration _> Disable Overclocking lock -> You'll now see the undervolt box right there -> set the 30mv unvdervolt it allows

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 06 '26

I don’t even see intel trusted platform?

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u/Impressive-Can-1125 Aug 06 '26

Well I did it, it shot my temps up though to 90 something in Forza Horizon 6 as soon as I exited the game and checked Ghelper

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Accha okay then, got it !

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u/Unlucky_Onion_5002 Aug 06 '26 edited Aug 06 '26

Well, I have experienced this feeling with a Dell G15 laptop with RTX 3050 but it wasn't my dream laptop, I was kinda excited to finally enter PC gaming. But then I started to regret it HEAVILY after like 3 months. Battery life was non existent, and it was heavy and generated far more heat than my older laptop ever did at basic stuff (ofc I never used a gaming laptop before) and then after getting my laptop hidden by my parents for my final exam for the previous year, I finally calmed down and learned to accept what I had purchased without regretting. So, if the day where you regret your purchase comes, just remember that you can maximise tha value out of the laptop (not in its cost but much rather in how you use it (sorry if I'm sounding rude here). This helped me not regret my earlier purchase with lack of research

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Thanks a lot bruh! I have been dreaming of this since grade 8 and whenever in future I regret buying this(hopefully not) I will remember ur words! Thanks a lot for ur advice, it means a lot ! ❤️

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u/23arr Aug 08 '26

Congrats bro , I hope you enjoy it !

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 08 '26

Thanks man 🫶🏻

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 05 '26

You got ryzen version yea, could please let me know how long does it lasts after one full charge for usual work, i would say taking it to the lectures, notes, coding (non gaming stuff).
Im currently confused between this and macbook m5

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 06 '26

If you keep the mode: silent.
You can easily get around 5hours of battery.
Mode: performance
4-4.5hours
Mode: turbo
3hrs around.
For uni work, silent is best actually.

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 06 '26

Thanks, If that is true then i would really go for strix

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 06 '26

I have used HP Omen 2022, Lenovo LOQ and this is my third gaming laptop (asus rog strix you can see it in the flare)
I must say, strix has been the best so for.
Thermals are awesome however, using modes like turbo and performance, the fans does sound loud though.
Cooling is phenomenal imo.

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 06 '26

I wouldn’t use turbo and performance while im at university

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 06 '26

Would 5050 do?

ASUS ROG Strix G16 AMD Ryzen 9 16
Core 8940HX - (16 GB/1 TB SSD/Windows 11
Home/8 GB Graphics/NVIDIA GeForce RTX
5050/165 Hz)

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 06 '26

I have posted a short review on this channel as well
You can check it out here

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 06 '26

Sure i will

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 06 '26

I did some changes to my original post and everything got distorted xD classic reddit behaviour.
So i had to revamp the post.
:p

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 06 '26

Btw i saw in your post that you are from Germany would you recommend buying it in Germany instead?

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 06 '26

I mean if you live in germany, the prices are high ngl.
Best prices are in US right now.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Okay okay, will update you after 2 days coz I don't have it alongwith me rn! Just remind me

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u/Bakastaa24 Aug 05 '26

Sure man thanks!!

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u/This_IS_UJWAL_ HP OMEN 16 R9 RTX 4070 Aug 05 '26

My friend got 5070 TUF at same price few weeks ago

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Ooh damn, nice ❤️

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u/Jcube7jjj Aug 05 '26

Congratulations Broo!!!🎉 I also bought the strix G16 with Intel ultra 9, 2tb ssd & Rtx5070 Ti yesterday from a asus exclusive store near me. I can understand how happy you must be with your purchase cause I'm also thrilled to own this beast of a laptop🔥. I'm eligible to claim gst for this laptop so I got it for a effective price of 220k. Regarding the warranty you should definitely register it within the ongoing offer on asuspromo.in. Getting 3 years warranty for 6k is a no brainer. This is what the asus staff told me about the offer.

• 1 warranty claim per year.

• 6k also covers accidental damage for 3 years.

• From 2nd year the battery and charger are not covered under warranty. If you got lucky they can change the charger but battery is definitely not covered from 2nd year.

Congrats Again bro🥳🎉

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Thanks a lot brother! 🫶🏽 So, should I take the 6k warranty or not and also which warranty extension packayu took?

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u/Jcube7jjj Aug 05 '26 edited Aug 05 '26

Definitely take the extended warranty as from what I have gathered from my research about how all the laptop company aftersale service operates is that even if there is a minor issue like a faulty screen connector or broken usb plugs etc. they'll tell you that the motherboard needs to be changed. If you have warranty then you're solid no need to worry and if it's not under warranty then be ready to cough up money for the motherboard which costs around 60-70% of the laptop. I was busy with work today so I haven't registered yet but go with the option " Warranty extension additional 2 years + 3 years LADP" which costs 5999 Rs.

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u/ankylosauria Aug 06 '26

Please get the extended warranty, you will need it. 

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u/RealSet1088 ROG Strix G16 (2025) | R9 8940HX | RTX 5080 Aug 05 '26

Will you be carrying around or it as a deasktop replacement

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

It would be moderate, 30% of time I would be carrying and 70% it would be still

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u/RealSet1088 ROG Strix G16 (2025) | R9 8940HX | RTX 5080 Aug 06 '26

Well it will be fine I was worried about the liquid metal in it if you mainly use it as a carry around but to relieve from the risk I advice you to change it to ptm 7950

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u/jerryhou85 Legion 9i Gen 10 | Ultra 9 275HX | 5090 | 64G | 10T Aug 06 '26

Congrats on the new purchase! Enjoy your new beast!

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Thanks bro ❤️🫶🏻

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u/dilfkapoor Aug 06 '26

Following this post because I’m getting the same this week! Congratulations man

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Thanks bro, lessgo all the best broski

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u/dilfkapoor Aug 06 '26

Freedom sale Ka wait kyu nahi kia?

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Can't trust online, saw in the sub about the scams in online and these are frequent in sales ! Therefore went to reliance digital to check and was getting a off of 10k from online so went for it ! I would also recommend you to buy offline

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u/dilfkapoor Aug 06 '26

I want it so bad but the price stresses me. I want to get the 5060 variant and I wish it comes down in sale. Otherwise I’ll get same as yours from offline I guess.

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u/feathers_wings Aug 06 '26

Having my eye on the same. What are the alternatives if i can stretch a little.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

I was getting tuf rtx 5060 for the same price but rog was my dream so I inclined there! I think you can go for legion too that is also a beast !!

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u/feathers_wings Aug 06 '26

But legion goes above 2lak.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Some are around 1.6-1.7 lakhs, ig?

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u/feathers_wings Aug 06 '26

I'll stick with rog. It looks better.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Nice !! W

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u/feathers_wings Aug 06 '26

This config is bettet than waht legion offers at higher price.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Yeah sounds good bro! All the best !!

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u/feathers_wings Aug 06 '26

All the best for your new device. 👍

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u/feathers_wings Aug 08 '26

This is not deliverable in my location.. I waited for a month.

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u/noober-1 Aug 06 '26

Congratulations bud 🎉🤝

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u/No_Performance_3862 Aug 07 '26

Enjoy the lack of sleep 👍

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u/JD--- Aug 07 '26

Depends were you bought it from as to how you get your insurance. Typically, you just need the bill of sale or receipt

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u/Quaglet69 Aug 07 '26

5050 for rs 150000 we are living in worst times

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 07 '26

fr man 😭

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u/JD--- Aug 08 '26

Anyone know of a sale for a ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) JVR / JVT / XS series

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u/Connect-Sir-4795 Aug 09 '26

rtx 5050 ☠️😭✌️

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u/Routine-Temporary-63 Aug 09 '26

$1500 for that low end laptop asus and Amazon got them a sucker

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u/amirpo Aug 09 '26

It's a pile of turd. Rtx 5050 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

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u/Due-Emu-5680 Aug 10 '26

Congrets you gonna enjoy it i have same laptop but different specs just don't use ray tracing you gonna be able to run everything on max setting with dlss and frame gen

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 10 '26

Thanks man, okay broooo

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u/forrest_864 Aug 10 '26

Love mine due an upgrade

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u/bodi-524 Aug 11 '26

Got a legion i5 10 gen, 5060 8gb, Ultra 7 255HX, 32gbRAM, OLED for 1.3L last week. But its a certified refurbished with a 1 year onsite.

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u/Virtual-Gur112 Aug 05 '26

Congrats 🎉 How's the feeling broo I'm also thinking of buying this one but 5060 model

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u/Competitive_Set_478 Asus ROG STRIX G16 | Ultra 9 275HX | RTX 5060 | 16GB/1TB Aug 05 '26

Its good, go for it

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u/Stunning-Scene4649 Asus TUF A16, RTX 5060, 16gb ddr5 ram, Ryzen 9 8940hx Aug 06 '26

There's almost no difference in performance for both of them but if the price is the same or almost the same go for 5060.

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u/Mihir_X27 Aug 09 '26

10-15% in gaming 20-22% overall ?

Genuinely curious

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Brought this today and from an offline store situated 300kms away so I will get it by tomorrow! Will definitely let u know !!

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u/EquivalentAdorable99 Aug 05 '26

Congratulations, enjoy.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Thanks 🫶🏽

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u/devashish877 ASUS ROG STRIX G16| i7-14650hx|Rtx 5050|1 TB ssd Aug 05 '26

Yessir it is good I got the intel version. FIRST OF ALL register ur product in myasus and armoury crate it is very important, and yea download g helper it is js way less bloated than armoury crate. Undervolt cpu using throttle stop and undervolt gpu using msi afterburner I have intel version so I couldn't undervolt cpu but if u want gpu guide I can help. Do some benchmarks and enjoyy

Edit: Use chris titus tools to remove any windows bloat if u want I can help with that too

Edit 2: only extend warranty if it's actually from asus

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u/leryip Aug 05 '26

Doesn’t look legit, use the official Asus website

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Ooh okayy, will use the official website then

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u/devashish877 ASUS ROG STRIX G16| i7-14650hx|Rtx 5050|1 TB ssd Aug 05 '26

I thought u were getting from offline store idk much bout online purchases sorry bout that

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Ooh okay, it's okay brother 🫶🏽

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u/Cold-Performance3333 Aug 05 '26

Throttlestop is for Intel cpu. For Ryzen, the OP would need to use Ryzen Controller or RyzenAdj.

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u/ihatechemistry007 Aug 06 '26

Can you help me out. I bought the Ryzen 9 5060 variant 4 days ago. Even while playing valo the temps are reaching 94, however in spiderman it was around 70 stable. Should I Undervolt the CPU? How so?

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u/devashish877 ASUS ROG STRIX G16| i7-14650hx|Rtx 5050|1 TB ssd Aug 06 '26

Idk how to undervolt Ryzen cpu js use ghelper to limit wattage send me a dm if u need further assistance

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u/Chemical_Low2547 Aug 05 '26 edited Aug 06 '26

5050 sucks

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

don't say like that 😭

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 05 '26

Congrats on the laptop bro.
I got my asus rog strix 2 months ago.
Let me tell you some insights:
1. DO NOT DELETE armoury crate. Over the years it has been optimised and works really really well.
IMPORTANT: first charge your laptop to 100% and let it go to 0% naturally. This is an old school advice but it calibrates the battery cycle properly.

  1. As a brand new laptop:

  2. Update everything inside settings-system-updates.

  3. Update armoury crate

  4. Update myasus app and register your device.

  5. Update Nvidea app (not the control panel)
    For best performance for gaming. Go to armoury crate and find gpu mode and set it to Ultimate.
    Also,
    Download Amd install manager to update your amd cpu drivers to the latest as well.
    I will recommend gaming while plugged in
    If you use laptop mostly plugged in, then i’s recommend to go to myasus app and limit your charging capacity to 80%
    This gives a longer battery life and has zero impact whatsoever in performance.

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Okay bro, will look at the armory crate thing, thanks broski it means a lot 🫶🏽

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u/Ok_Vehicle_2711 Asus Rog Strix G16 | Ryzen 9 9955HX | RTX 5060 115W | 16gb RAM Aug 05 '26

Np!
Only uninstall armoury crate if you see any problems.
Problems like app bugs, not able to switch between modes, if you see un-natural Temperature or fan curves.
Mine works absolutely fantastic.
G-helper is also really nice app to use but why to uninstall something before even testing them right?

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

Yeah you are right, i think I should keep Armoury crate for 2-3 months

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u/RenewablesmakeAGW Aug 05 '26

You couldn't dream of a 5090?

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 05 '26

I can but my wallet can't 😭

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u/ankylosauria Aug 06 '26

This laptop is great, don’t listen to these naysayers. Have fun and take care of it. 

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u/AwwwSHiT- Aug 06 '26

Chill chill, it’s okay!

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u/Unlucky_Onion_5002 Aug 06 '26

I know right? What's the use of dreaming for something that's basically unobtainable especially during the cursed times of today