Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (GX550)

The innovative dual-screen design will be useful for some, alongside components that can handle almost any game or work scenario. This all comes at a cost, though, as well as thermal issues and design compromises.

There's plenty to admire about this twin-screen gaming machine. Yet it comes with some serious downsides - no webcam leaves us puzzled, as does the relatively low frame-rate counts, and the insane underside temperatures.

Terrifyingly expensive but Asus' twin screened gaming machine is a force to be reckoned with.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo is a fascinating gaming laptop thanks to its dual-screen setup, but has such an extravagant price that it's only really recommended for those who will get the most out of it. With limited software support, it's not very useful to your average gamer, but those who stream games to Twitch will no doubt find the extra screen space and touch interface invaluable.

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 is certainly trying something different, but we’re not sure it is entirely successful.

At $3,700, you really have to want this level of performance and the extra screen. If you think you can find a use for a 14-inch touchscreen that takes up half of the laptop's bottom deck, then by all means, the Duo 15 is calling your name. Otherwise, there are more standard laptops that are just as powerful for a lot less money.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 is an impressive but not a perfect laptop for gamers and creative professionals – it scores highly in performance, but can get hot and loud. That second screen could be the main reason why people do or don't buy this gaming laptop.

It’s far from cheap, but Asus’ dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 gaming laptop adds a handy, eye-catching second screen while improving cooling and keeping fan noise down in the process. If it weren’t for the awkward input devices and the lack of a webcam, this would be a near-perfect portable gamer.