ASUS G50VT-X1 with Nvidia 9800M Review and Initial Impression

Thanks. I am installing an updated driver now. Something I found interesting, I attempted to install XP on a second partition to dual boot Vista and XP, but I kept getting the Blue screen of death after XP setup loaded all the files into memory. I tried it 4 times. I even went down to 2 gigs of RAM the fourth time thinking that maybe the 4 was confusing it. I have never tried to dual-boot before, so perhaps there is something I should take into consideration?

Also, I reinstalled the factory image last night and when I re-installed all the Vista updates, the never ending configuring updates loop ceased to exist. YAY!!!

 

^^^You probably can't install XP because the installation disc you are using doesn't include SATA drivers.

 

It is the same disc I used for my desktop and it has a SATA HDD and worked fine....

 

Still, without even elevation at the back of the laptop?

 

that was with a slight elevation using a dvd case.

Ive noticed that unlike for example my 17 inch gateway FX, which has 2 fans, one for the cpu and one for the gpu, this laptop only has one which cools both things. Maybe thats why it isnt as effective. But then again, it is a 15 inch notebook...

 

What version of XP are you trying to install? The BSOD happens during installation on certain newer hardware configurations, because versions of XP previous to XP SP2 don't haver support for some motherboards and chipsets. Happened to me. You should try to install XP with SP2 or maybe SP3. Don't know what version you have...

 

My disc is SP2.

I seemed to have solved the FPS issue. When I set the game to 16-bit vice 32-bit color, I get smooth FPS the throughout the game. I guess the card just can't handle the 32-bit color???

 

sounds more like an issue with the game not being very compatible with that card.

 

Yeah, this game is definitely well known for compatibility issues.

I hooked up the HDMI to my 32" LCD and the picture looked absolutely beautiful.
If anyone is curious, on the Best Buy website it mentions the RAM as being PC2 5300....this is NOT correct. The RAM is actually 6400, so its 800MHz.

 

Guys I just purchased one G50VT today. X1 edition, but I will get warranty directly with Asus. What I will do when I get the laptop are:

1. Test the X9100 on the machine and see if it's working nicely.
2. Benchmark the X9100 and 9800M GS and overclock the 9800M GS to see if it's catching up with the 9800M GTS in 7811FX.
3. See if the temperatures are ok to overclock to that high. Might try Q9100 or QX9300 on it and see if a.the laptop supports Q9100/QX9300 and b. if the temp issue is really serious as a 15" inch laptop.

 

How? _________

 

yeah... how?!!

 

I got the laptop directly with a person who owned a company in NY. He occasionally got Asus Laptops directly from Asus so it's all good. Also there's a good discount for that.

 

Im a newb to the forums so forgive me if this is already widely known, but gentech has the their versions of the G50VT listed now with prices along with a kickin 17 in entry...

sorry cant post links, too new, but check out their page

 

Well basically I am not shocked by the fact that they are ramping up the prices for A1 models, 1637USD + free shipping(not sure about the tax), but T9400, two-year warranty directly with Asus, and wide-screen (1680 x 1050) seem to be a little too 'steep' for me I am not surprised about T9400, but I want X9100 on that!

 

Newegg also has a version released.

Model
Brand ASUS
Model G50VT-X2
General
Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium
CPU Type Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 2.4G
Screen 15.4" WSXGA+
Memory Size 4GB DDR2
Hard Disk 320GB
Optical Drive DVD Super Multi
Graphics Card NVIDIA GeForce 9800M
Video Memory 512MB DDR3
Other Features Carry Bag & Mouse
CPU
CPU Type Intel Core 2 Duo
CPU Speed P8600(2.40GHz)
CPU FSB 1066MHz
CPU L2 Cache 3MB
Display
Screen Size 15.4"
Wide Screen Support Yes
Display Type Wide SXGA+
Resolution 1680 x 1050
Operating Systems
Operating System Windows Vista Home Premium
Graphics
Video Memory 512MB DDR3
Graphic Type Dedicated Card
Hard Drive
HDD 320GB
HD RPM 7200rpm
Memory
Memory 4GB
Optical Drive
Optical Drive Type DVD Super Multi
Optical Drive Interface Integrated
Communications
WLAN 802.11n Wireless LAN
Bluetooth Yes
Ports
Audio Ports Yes
Audio
Audio Integrated Sound card
Speaker Internal Speakers
Supplemental Drive
Webcam Yes
Power
Battery 6-cell lithium ion


2.4 GhZ Processor isn't bad. If you are impatient and need a laptop. You could check this out. Even though the A1 and A2 have 2.53.

 

You pasted a wrong link, I think you really meant this one

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220403

 

And I think newegg really meant 15.6?... their spec said 15.4, but.....

 

I think the newegg version is 15.4 16:10 (as will be the high-end A1 and A2 versoins from the other resellers). That's how it was with the original G50V.

 

Albeit I love technology, I'm still quite happy with my ASUS G1S... I'd OC'ed both the CPU @2.7GHZ and the GPU at near the 8700m GT clock specs... and along with some mods I did on its case (including the application of a new thermal paste on the CPU and GPU) and the use of an external cooling pad; I've been able to play games and use it OC'ed 24/7 with decent temps.


Therefore, despite the fact there are cool notebooks w/stronger vgas out there, I've got no intention AT ALL of buying a new laptop right now... I'd rather wait until there're more afordable Quadcore laptops on the market... cause only then, I think the upgrade would really pays off.


Perhaps til the 2Q/2009, there would be some budget lappies on the market (USD 1500~2000) equipped with quadcore cpus and high end vgas. =P

 

the G50vt-x1 in BB is the only in silver/black of G series? is a special edition?

 

Yes, it is a special edition. Cheaper, less specced, poorer warranty, but better looking. It's down to personal preference.

 

So...does this notebook actually use MXM or is it one of ASUS' proprietary slot?

 

I'm thinking of getting one right now.... Like in 30 mins...

So is this laptop still recommended? Knowing all the issues that comes with it?

 

same...i was wondering the same question as you

 

LOL!

I just got the laptop and I don't wanna open it just yet...

I wanna use it though, to see if I got a good one.

 

where did you buy it from? Newegg or Gentech

 

I got it from BestBuy.

 

I would say, make your own decision, while being aware of the issues and taking them into consideration.

 

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220403

Is this one really 15.4 inches?... all the style and spec points to the 15.6 ones in existance, if its 15.4 i might just get it to be my portable..........but I cant seem to find it anywhere and newegg's notebook policy is no return regardless......

 

I am currently using it right now. So far so good.

 

Guys, what audio driver is the G50VT-X1 using? I tried the G50V audio driver and it will not install.

 

Anyone have gaming benchmarks for Crysis on this bad boy.

 

Don't you have an audio driver on the CD? Or are you trying to do something else than simply reinstall the driver?

 

I wiped the Vista that came with the system and had 64 bit Ultimate OEM put on it.

 

When I get mine I was planning on putting my Vista Ultimate 64 on it.

 

Hey guys its week 2-3 now with my g50vt, I have not encountered anymore problems.

I installed fallout 3 when it was launched, and I have been running the game on the highest settings with no lag.

I just connect my laptop to my external 36'' Samsung HD LCD ftw.

 

Doesn't the driver on your own driver CD install? The driver CD may contain dual 32/64 bit drivers.

I am not sure whether you refer to that one when you say "the G50V driver".

 

I looked through both recovery discs and it's formatted in a way that you can't directly access it. Anyhow, I just got the whole Realtek Audio Codec package from their website and it worked.

On ASUS' download page, the G50V (The one with the 9700M GT) has all of its driver, while the G50VT doesn't have anything besides the BIOS and manual available for download.

 

Wait, so you only have recovery disks? No driver disks? That would be something new, I think until now all ASUS models came with separate driver disks.

 

Nope, all I got are the recovery discs. I agreed, this is a first because my A8JP had the recovery and driver disc. Unless it somehow got left out of the packaging, I don't have one.

Let's see if another G50VT owner can chime in and tell us if they got a driver CD.

 

It does come with a driver CD. I have it on my hand.

It says "Driver & Utility Ver 1.0"

BTW, does anybody know if I can reformat the laptop with Vista 32-bit and still have the cool ASUS Utilities? Or are the utilities in the Driver & Utility CD? Are they compatible with 32-bit? I can't really tell...

 

See theFAQ on the Info Booth, question #14.

 

I got one of this machines recently and it goes quite well for the time being, but I have problem with this small LCD that suppose to display CPU usage percentage etc.
When I checked the options from direct console message part, it appears for seconds, then fade and disappear at all. The message that appear initially also very dim. Does anyone also experience such problem?

 

Hey thanks! Sorry I miss reading that section. Too new to the forums.

 

I was just in Best Buy today, and the G50 is a really nice looking computer. The lid, although flashy, actually looks really nice when you experience it first-hand.

 

I have to stresss over and over agian. battery life is 2 hours, tops , if you are lucky.

only downfall.

 

Not Sure If You Guys Know, But The Bestbuy G50 Laptop Will Be 1099 Starting This Sunday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Really? Do you have a link to that? I just got my laptop last Friday (10/31). Do you think I'm qualified for a price match discount thingy? Or does Best Buy even do such a thing?

Oh wait, are you talking about the G50VT-X1? Or is it for another laptop?

 

Check the ad scan here, on the page with all the gamer stuff and Wrath of the Lich King in the middle. Is $1100 a good time to jump or could it go lower this upcoming holiday season?