ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced news of its ongoing
Never Stop Gaming event, which is currently being held August 22–23, at E-Werk
in Cologne, Germany. The event includes exciting new ROG gaming products, plus
loads of fun activities on the side such as a press event, product showcases, ROG
Talk, and ROG Party. Gamers and ROG fans have been treated to refreshed Z790
motherboards, OLED gaming monitors, and the latest ROG x Evangelion co-branded products.
ASUS Z790 motherboards
During the event, ASUS unveiled the ROG Maximus Z790 Dark Hero, ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II, and TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi motherboards which support Intel® Core™ 12th Gen, 13th Gen, and Next-Gen processors. These motherboards offer PCIe® 5.0 and DDR5 memory support, providing users with enhanced connectivity, performance tuning capabilities, efficient cooling solutions, and a host of other features.
ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM
The
ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM is the world's first 32-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor,
and it features a superfast 240 Hz refresh rate and 0.03 (GTG) response time.
It takes advantage of QD-OLED technology to provide a peak brightness of 1000
nits, outstanding color
performance, a wide gamut, exceptional contrast, and an improved sub-pixel
layout for clearer, easily legible text. The PG32UCDM features a superb cooling
design including a custom heat sink and graphene material to protect the OLED
panel by reducing the risk of burn-in. The Smart KVM switch allows users to
control two devices with one keyboard and mouse, without the need for
additional hardware or software. Users can use PIP mode with keyboard hotkeys
to switch devices by controlling with one keyboard and mouse. Lastly, the
PG32UCDM offers rich connectivity options including DisplayPort™
1.4, HDMI® 2.1, and USB Type‑C with power delivery. Its estimated
on-the-shelf date is around Q1 2024.
ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM
The ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDM is a 34-inch ultrawide (3440 x 1440), 800R curved OLED gaming monitor offers a 240 Hz refresh rate, 0.03 ms gray-to-gray (GTG) response time and includes a custom heatsink to lower operating temperatures and reduce the risk of burn-in. The PG34WCDM has a peak brightness of 1300 nits and is DisplayHDR™ True Black 400-compliant, while its G-SYNC compatible ensures supersmooth, tear-free visuals with low latency. The built-in Smart KVM allows users to control two devices with a keyboard and mouse, with USB 3.2 connectivity enabling superfast file transfers across two input sources. The PG34WCDM offers extensive connectivity including DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, and USB Type-C with 90 W power delivery. This model is expected to be available in Q1 2024.
ROG Swift OLED PG49WCD
The
ROG Swift OLED PG49WCD monitor is a 49-inch super-ultrawide (5120 x 1440)
gaming monitor, featuring an 1800R QD-OLED panel with 144 Hz refresh rate and
0.03 ms response time for immersive gaming experiences. For improved
performance and to ensure the longevity of the QD-OLED panel, the PG49WCD
includes a custom heatsink and graphene film for better heat dissipation to
reduce the risk of burn-in and boost peak brightness up to 1000 nits². The
built-in Smart KVM allows users to control two devices with a keyboard and
mouse, all without the need for specialized software or additional hardware.
Users can even transfer files across between the two input devices via
superfast USB 3.2 connectivity. The monitor offers a range of connectivity
including a USB Type-C port with 90 W power delivery, DisplayPort 1.4, and HDMI
2.1. The PG49WCD will be available in October 2023 and will retail at US $1499.
ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro WiFi 7 gaming router
The ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro is the world’s first WiFi 7 quad-band gaming
router, and it leverages the full potential of WiFi 7 with 320 MHz channel
support in the 6 GHz band to provide up to 160% faster speeds than
previous-generation WiFi 6. In addition, 4K QAM modulation packs more data
into transmissions, resulting in up to 20% higher peak data rates to deliver
incredible speeds of up to 30,000 Mbps. Furthermore, with two additional
revolutionary features – Multi-Link Operation and Multi-RU Puncturing – the
GT-BE98 Pro can deliver faster and more efficient wireless connections. The GT-BE98 Pro comes with gaming features
including triple-level game acceleration, gaming port, and QoS that reduce lag
and latency for gaming. Using GT-BE98 Pro with systems featuring WiFi 7 Z790
motherboards allows users to take advantage of the latest WiFi 7 features.
ROG x Evangelion collection
ROG has recently unveiled the latest ROG x Evangelion co-branded products centered around the EVA-02 and Asuka characters from the renowned Evangelion anime series. PC DIY builders and anime lovers can now have premium ROG components and peripherals decked out in the classic EVA-02 red-and-orange livery with custom Evangelion-themed decals and graphics. These include an ROG Maximus Hero motherboard, ROG Strix GeForce RTX™ graphics card, ROG Ryujin AIO cooler, ROG Hyperion gaming case, graphics card holder, peripherals, and other gear.
ROG Hyperion GR701 White Edition chassis
The ROG Hyperion GR701 White
Edition is an E-ATX computer case that offers 420 mm dual radiator support,
four 140 mm fans, a metal GPU holder, component storage, ARGB fan hub, and dual
front panel USB Type-C ports with 60 W fast charging. With its white aluminum
finish to its internal wiring, the White edition offers a complete visual
overhaul of the original GR701 Hyperion to complement other White edition ROG
components and products. The event during Gamescom 2023 also showcased the new
ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB White Edition and the ROG Strix 1000W Gold Aura White
Edition.
ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card
The ROG Matrix Platinum GeForce
RTX™ 4090 incorporates the industry's first liquid metal thermal
material on the graphics card's GPU die, for breakthrough temperatures,
superior sustained performance and less noise. Plus, a 360 mm radiator with
innovative magnetic daisy-chainable fans, a more powerful pump and a larger
full-covered coldplate on the graphics card also come together to deliver
unrivalled performance and the highest out-of-the-box GPU boost clock. What's
more, this card features an incredibly bold and modern design, perfect for the
most advanced gaming build setups.
ROG Loki SFX-L 1200W Titanium
The ROG Loki 1200W is a
high-performance SFX-L PSU designed for small-form-factor (SFF) builds. With
large ROG heatsinks for efficient cooling, it achieves 80 PLUS Titanium
certification, offering over 90% efficiency from low to maximum loads. The
axial-tech fan and ARGB lighting add style and functionality, harmonizing
lighting effects across the system. Fully modular and ATX 3.0 ready, the Loki
1200W includes a 16-pin 12VHPWR cable for powerful graphics card support. With
a 10-year warranty, it assures reliability and confidence, making it the
backbone of any SFF build.
ROG NX Storm Mechanical Switches
ROG NX Storm mechanical switches
utilize composite polyoxymethylene (POM) material for the stem and
polycarbonate (PC) housing to provide ultra-smooth and tactile keystrokes. The
walled stem design enhances stability and prevents dust intrusion. These
switches are specially tuned and pre-lubed at the factory to ensure crisp and
clicky keystrokes coupled with that familiar ‘clacky’ sound. ROG NX Storm
switches are compatible with the ROG Strix Scope II 96 Wireless and ROG Strix
Scope II gaming keyboards.
ROG Moonstone Ace L
The ROG Moonstone Ace L is a tempered
glass gaming mouse pad that offers super swift glides and effortless mouse
movements. Made from 9H tempered glass, the surface of ROG Moonstone Ace L offers
exceptional durability and tensile strength. An additional coating on the glass
surface reduces sound so movements across the mouse pad stay quiet for
distraction-free gaming. A fully silicone base complete with stylish ROG
markings ensures the mousepad stays firmly in place.
ROG Raikiri Pro
The Raikiri Pro is a
highly-customizable controller for maxed-out gaming experiences. It offers
versatile tri-mode Bluetooth®, 2.4 GHz RF, or wired USB-C® connectivity
to ensure compatibility with PCs and laptops, and can even be used with Xbox®
via a wired connection. The built-in OLED display can be programmed to show
custom animations and status indicators, or to switch controller profiles ― even
while gaming. Additional intuitive rear controls include four left and right
buttons that can be programmed for in-game commands or to make on-the-fly
joystick sensitivity shifts, with dead zones customizable in the Armoury Crate
software. The left and right triggers can also be set to short- or full-range
modes.
BTF motherboard innovations
Never Stop Gaming attendees were also able to see
revolutionary hidden-connector solutions with the TUF Gaming B760M-BTF WIFI D4
motherboard, TUF Gaming Z790 concept motherboard, and ASUS GeForce RTX 4070 BTF
concept graphics card. The hidden-connector designs simplify cable routing for
first-time builders and enhance overall aesthetics. Connectors are
cleverly concealed on the underside of the motherboard and the BTF design
ensures clean cable management, making it perfect for PC DIY enthusiasts.
Additionally, the hidden connectors improve airflow, resulting in superior
cooling performance.
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