![]() ![]() And that was with both games running at 2560 x 1600. Naturally, the Duo 16's gaming performance is also rather strong, hitting 145 fps in Shadow of the Tomb Raider on highest settings and 85 fps in Metro Exodus on high. ![]() It notched top scores in Geekbench 5's compute test, 3DMark's TimeSpy Extreme and more. So it probably won't be a surprise when I tell you this thing is basically the fastest laptop we've tested this year. While a base Duo 16 only comes with an NVIDIA RTX 3060 GPU, our fully-loaded review unit features an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX chip and an RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, not to mention 32GB of RAM and a 2TB SSD. You even have the ability to create custom audio profiles, though, I wish the Duo 16 offered just a bit more low-end thump. Thankfully, the Duo 16 boasts a powerful six-speaker setup with support for Dolby Atmos, so you get a performance mode in games that focuses on delivering accurate directional sound, along with a bunch of intelligent and preset EQs for movies and music. Unfortunately, image quality is mediocre at best, and as I've said before, 1080p should be the baseline for all modern laptops - especially one this expensive. The Duo 16 makes it easy to log in using facial recognition with its 720 webcam and Windows Hello support. Is it as good as having a full second monitor? No, but it's enough to make things a lot more comfortable. And if I'm working, the ScreenPad is perfect for stuff like Slack that doesn’t require constant attention.Īlso, because the ScreenPad Plus is configured in Windows as a generic display, that means you can use keyboard shortcuts to quickly move apps from your main display to the secondary screen or snap them to the side as needed. When I'm gaming, the main screen is where the action is at, while having Discord and YouTube open down below are great for chatting with friends and staying entertained during loading screens. Now all that’s nice, but for me, the best use of the ScreenPad Plus is simply providing extra room for social media, streaming video services, or anything else you want to keep in sight, while keeping my most important apps up top. ![]() And on the Duo 16, ASUS upgraded the ScreenPad’s hinge so that it rests at a steeper angle when open, which improves both ergonomics and cooling. ![]() Heck, there's even a secondary numpad tool, in case the one built into the touchpad isn't enough. To get the most use out of its secondary display, ASUS packed the ScreenPad Plus with a ton of nifty features including shortcuts to performance and lighting settings, customizable window layouts, and the ability to mirror your phone's screen, though that last one can be a little janky. That’s Because With a starting price of $2,500 (or closer to $4,000 for our loaded review unit), the Duo 16 definitely ain't cheap. Really, the main factor preventing it from being a great mobile gaming battle station is its price. And while I certainly wouldn't call it petite, the Zephyrus Duo 16 isn't that much bigger than a traditional 16-inch thin and light, despite packing desktop-level performance. You get a big 16-inch main display with high refresh rates, top-notch gaming components and a 14-inch secondary screen for all your multitasking needs. Instead, consider the ROG Zephyrous Duo 16, because after a couple generations of refinement, it feels like ASUS is starting to hit its stride with its funky dual-screened clamshells. But when you're traveling, what are you supposed to do? Sure, you can get a portable monitor, but that's kind of bulky and largely redundant when you're at home. I’m constantly yearning for just a little more screen space. Whenever I'm away from my desk and dual monitors, it feels like an out-of-body experience. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |