Asus ROG Zephyrus M (GM501)

Overview

Although the GM501 is significantly louder during 3D applications, it is a lot cheaper while offering almost identical gaming performance and, we feel, better input devices. The high-contrast 144-Hz screen with G-Synch support and optional graphics switching are also a strong reason for purchase.

-- As reviewed by NotebookCheck

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Last revision on June 26, 2019

Reviewers Liked

Excellent overall and graphics performance
Good audio quality
Vibrant display with generous viewing angles
Choice between G-Sync and Optimus
Thunderbolt 3
NVMe SSD

Reviewers Didn't Like

Short battery life
GTX 1070 Max-Q would have fit the concept better
High noise development under load
No RJ45-LAN
Lacks card reader

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Expert reviews and ratings

Overall, the gaming laptop from Asus is equipped with some top-of-the-line features and hardware. The body is quite sturdy and the 144Hz refresh rate makes it a delightful experience to play games at high frame rates. You will not get disappointed with...

By TheMobileIndian on December 24, 2018

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GM501 starts at Rs 1,65,900 and for the price, offers an elegant design, stunning display and industry-leading performance in a relatively compact form factor. Unfortunately, the laptop's USP – which is its sleek chassis – is...

By 91mobiles.com on December 13, 2018

At the price of Rs 1,99,990 in India, Zephyrus M definitely is one of the best gaming laptops money can buy. The laptop offers good gaming performance, better cooling solutions and sound quality compared to its competitors. But at Rs 15,000 less, you...

By gadgetsnow.com on November 19, 2018

The ASUS ROG GM501 Zephyrus M follows in the footsteps of the GX501. While the older model was definitely priced at a premium owing to its extreme slimness and hardware portfolio, the GM501 isn't the same. With an aim to make the GX501 more affordable,...

By Digit on October 15, 2018

Asus has managed to whip up a very competitive offering that pretty much checks all the right boxes. The icing on the cake is the pricing, which is Rs. 1,99,990 in India according to Asus. For Rs. 10,000 more than MSI's GS63 Stealth Thin 8RF, you get a...

By Gadgets360 on July 26, 2018

The Zephyrus M fixes the odd placement of the touchpad on the previous model while maintaining a system that runs cool to the touch. Performance remains stellar, and battery life is decent. Its fans do get quite loud though, and it's too bad that McAfee is something users have to deal with on a premium laptop.

By IGN on July 11, 2018

Asus ROG Zephyrus M GM501 Review – Six-core Intel cpu? Check. Nvidia GTX 1070 graphics? Affirmative. IPS panel with 144Hz refresh and G-Sync support? Sir, yes, sir. On paper, Asus's latest ROG gaming laptop, the Zephyrus M, has all the makings of a...

By TopNewReview on May 30, 2018

Asus adds Intel's powerful new six-core Core i7 CPU to the slim Zephyrus gaming laptop, while fixing some of the original's design quirks and even lowering the...

By cnet on April 03, 2018

The Asus ROG Zephyrus M GM501 delivers excellent graphics and overall performance in an innovative chassis, but suffers from short battery...

By LaptopMag on April 03, 2018

Asus adds Intel's powerful new six-core Core i7 CPU to the slim Zephyrus gaming laptop, while fixing some of the original's design quirks and even lowering the...

By CNET Australia on April 03, 2018

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