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Are you in the market for a uniquely designed, compact, small form factor PC with enough power to drive games at 1080p? The Asus GR8 II Mini Gaming PC may be Mini ITX form factor but it is equipped with a Quad Core Intel i5 processor, 8GB of 2400mhz DDR4...
Small form Factor, Full RGB Control, VR capable, 3 Year Warranty, Lightweight (4kg!)...
It can get loud under heavy extended load, You could build a more powerful system for the same money, It can really only stand vertically...
You can stand the ASUS GR8 II vertically but there are no feet on the side of the machine to lay it down horizontally. We spoke with ASUS and they state that vertically is the way to use the system. This is a shame as most console makers are aware of the...
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Asus is back with a small form factor gaming desktop, the ROG GR8 II. It isn't a top of the line gaming rig; instead, taking on the specifications of something more budget friendly. Catering to the more modest gamer is not necessarily a bad thing – not ev...
All in all, the Asus ROG GR8 II is a fine gaming machine, though there is a small price to pay for the tiny form factor. It's more of an entry level rig, and will be able to handle most modern games with no problem. The addition of the GTX 1060 gives it q...
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The PC is the greatest gaming platform on earth, but the size of many such rigs makes them rather inflexible. Not so with the Asus ROG GR8 II, since this little PC is console-sized and will be as at home under a TV as it is connected to a monitor. A low p...
Excellent case, Full desktop processor, Great performance...
No SSD, 3GB Nvidia GTX 1060 graphics card...
A well-built and attractive compact gaming PC, but its mechanical hard disk is a little disappointing...
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pcpowerplay.com.au Updated: 2017-08-18 01:12:29
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It seems that mini-PCs are all the rage at the moment, with Intel and Nvidia's latest products allowing PC builders to fit more powerful components into smaller cases thanks to their increased energy efficiency. The Asus ROG GR8 II is the latest, and meas...
Very small form factor, Respectable performance, Twin HDMI...
Overpowered CPU compared to the GPU, Expensive, Noisy...
As with all pre-builds, you can DIY for considerably cheaper, but you'll lose out on the excellent two year warranty if anything goes wrong...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated: 2017-08-18 01:12:34
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We've been inundated with mini-PCs of late, with tiny towers packing SLI systems, shoeboxes that are VR ready, and now this relatively affordable PS4-sized package. We can thank both Intel and Nvidia for dropping the energy requirements – and resulting th...
". we wish Asus had gone for a slightly more sensible CPU/GPU balancing act."...
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chip.com.my Updated: 2017-08-18 01:12:37
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Are you tired of getting huge desktops just to play the latest and greatest games, one you can carry around a desktop in a suitcase or backpack? It's not a laptop we're talking about. We're talking about the ASUS ROG GR8 II mini-gaming PC, which is portab...
Performance, Portability...
None...
You can travel far and wide and become the greatest LAN party master, or you could just stay at home and game, either is fine because with the ASUS ROG GR8 II you have the performance and portability to do both.(previously published in issue March 2017)...
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Is the PC truly superior to a games console? In many aspects the answer would be a resounding yes, but the games console remains king of the living room for obvious reasons - it's affordable, quiet, sleek and requires practically no maintenance. Manufactu...
Kaby Lake CPU and GTX 1060 GPU, Delivers high-quality full-HD games, Console-like form factor, Energy efficient hardware...
Internal fans get noisy under load, UK specification doesn't include an SSD, Limited upgrade path...
Smaller, more efficient gaming PCs are getting better with each new generation of processor technology. Harnessing the latest CPU and GPU architectures from Intel and Nvidia, the Asus ROG GR8 II is able to deliver up-to-date gaming hardware in a form fact...
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wovow.org Updated: 2017-08-18 01:13:27
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The gaming division of Asus, Republic of Gamers (ROG), has introduced the new Asus ROG GR8 II, a gaming mini-PC that hides inside the Intel Core i7 processors 7th generation and an Asus GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card designed to this team. With an aggress...
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Designed for people who find it useful to have a compact gaming system that could easily be placed on a small desk or coffee table, this powerful device provides unstoppable gaming and 4K streaming using a high-end Intel Core processor and Intel H110 chip...
Storage, Graphics performance, Connectivity options...
Cost...
The ASUS ROG GR8 II mini PC Review has pretty decent storage capacity and performance. For avid gamers who have an extensive collection in their gaming library, this mini PC has plenty of space. The storage is not affected by simultaneous playing on an ex...
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Whether you're into playing games on your consoles or PC, space saving, performance and portability are the most likely qualifications gamers are looking for. These things make up for consumer demands, which prompt brands to still produce, market and sell...
GR8 II and G20CB stand out in the market today because they touch a specific market segment that put a lot of importance on portability without sacrificing much on power. There are certainly trade-offs that this market segment are willing to take like upg...
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computershopper.com Updated: 2017-08-18 01:12:31
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For years, each side has been declaring that the end of the other's time is nigh. But it's now clear: Big, honking PC-gaming towers and trim console game machines are both here to stay for—at least—the foreseeable future.But if you're looking for a happy...
Reasonably priced for the specs, Compact form factor with a unique look, Console-like dimensions, Ample storage, VR-ready...
Graphics are not upgradable, Fans get loud under load, Limited to a 3GB, not 6GB, GTX 1060 graphics card, No horizontal mounting option...
Part game console, part compact PC, the GR8 II straddles both worlds, with snappy performance for 1080p gaming and everyday work. It's better than the 2015 original, but upgrade limits and fan noise push this sequel closer to "very good" than to "GR8." R...
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Mini gaming PCs haven't been as popular as Valve would have liked – their Steam Machines platform launched and died faster than a North Korean missile – but they're still kicking around as a niche option for those who want something compact and pre-built...
Decent hardware and performance for the price. Well suited to 1080p gaming at very high quality presets. Small chassis is only marginally larger than modern...
Neither the CPU nor GPU are upgradeable. Loud under load. Ugly design with way too much ‘gamer style'...
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wegotserved.com Updated: 2017-08-18 01:12:47
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A compact, console-sized gaming PC with the power to drive the latest games at 2K and beyond is a dream that's been beyond reach for many gamers. But advances in motherboard design, system cooling and GPUs, in particular, are making those dreams come true...
ASUS GR8 II-T043Z Ready Mini PC Gaming Desktop with Intel Core i7-7700 and GeForce GTX 1060Price: $1,199.00‹ ›While ASUS' previous generations of mini gaming PC offered strong potential, albeit with some compromises, the ASUS ROG GR8 II is a much more acc...
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reviewstudio.net Updated: 2017-08-18 01:13:26
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Desktop market is continuously growing due to its gaming department which brings more and more youngsters into its world. Manufacturers keep improving their products aiming to each class of users, from budget to highest performance.One player in that fiel...
great build, nice aspect, performance, price...
noisy under load...
Gaming market is the widest of all and the most demanding in terms of performance, so every generation of CPUs and VGAs determine a new level of performance and another reason for manufacturers to innovate once again.Asus GR8 II is a great example is that...
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Thanks to Asus, we'll be taking a look at their console-inspired ROG GR8 II Mini Gaming PC. The ROG GR8 II is new successor to their original GR8, which is already discontinued. This new compact mini gaming PC is now powered by an Intel Core i7-7700 (Kaby...
Compact and sleek design, Powerful 4 core/8 thread Core i7-7700 processor, GeForce GTX 1060, Aura Sync and SupremeFX audio, Built-in AC wifi, VR-ready...
Nothing I can think of really, Could improve on the graphics card department...
If you're after a feature-packed mini gaming PC that's pre-built, and comes with all the bells and whistles of a ROG branded product, then you might want to consider the ROG GR8 II. It has everything you'll need to start playing the latest games… anytime...
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hw4all.com Updated: 2017-09-28 01:21:52
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Earlier this year, ASUS introduced a new version of the compact gaming computers ROG GR8, which in 2015 came out within the concept of Steam Machine, to compete with the game consoles in the living room. We have already tested the first version of the min...
Fast enough for 1080p, Stylish design...
No Thunderbolt 3, Bad upgrade options, Comparatively expensive...
Compared with the ASUS ROG GR8 II system tested today, the first Steam Machine or console PCs from ASUS and other vendors, such as Alienware, seem rather slow. If in the first versions of ROG GR8 ASUS installed a processor class ultrabukov generation Hasw...
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Asus wants to help gamers and techies celebrate the holidays with their best and most innovative products. Asus' products are widely available at most retailers across the globe, so finding a gift for your gamers, enthusiasts, or even your mom is easy and...
If you want to know more about Asus products such as their amazing ZenBooks and ZenFones, you can visit the original holiday gift guide on EdgeUpAsus on this link. Good hunting and Happy Holidays from Monitornerds and Asus...
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