ASUS ROG GX501GI-EI012T notebook 39.6 cm (15.6") Full HD 8th gen Intel® Core™ i7 16 GB DDR4-SDRAM 1024 GB SSD NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Windows 10 Home Black
Product Technical Specification
Design | |
Product type | Notebook |
Product colour | Black |
Form factor | Clamshell |
Market positioning | Gaming |
Display | |
Display diagonal | 15.6 |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Touchscreen | No |
HD type | Full HD |
LED backlight | Yes |
Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Display surface | Matt |
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor model | i7-8750H |
Processor frequency | 2.2 |
Processor boost frequency | 4.1 |
Processor family | Intel Core i7-8xxx |
Processor cores | 6 |
Processor threads | 12 |
System bus rate | 8 |
Processor cache | 9 |
Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
Processor socket | BGA 1440 |
Processor lithography | 14 |
Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
Processor codename | Coffee Lake |
Bus type | DMI |
Stepping | U0 |
Motherboard chipset | Intel HM370 |
Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 45 |
Configurable TDP-down | 35 |
Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1.7 |
Tjunction | 100 |
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
PCI Express configurations | 1x16,1x8+2x4,2x8 |
ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory | |
Internal memory | 16 |
Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
Memory clock speed | 2666 |
Maximum internal memory | 24 |
Storage | |
Total storage capacity | 1024 |
Storage media | SSD |
Optical drive type | No |
Graphics | |
Discrete graphics adapter model | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 |
On-board graphics adapter | Yes |
Discrete graphics adapter | Yes |
On-board graphics adapter family | Intel UHD Graphics |
On-board graphics adapter model | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
On-board graphics adapter base frequency | 350 |
On-board graphics adapter dynamic frequency (max) | 1100 |
Maximum on-board graphics adapter memory | 64 |
On-board graphics adapter DirectX version | 12.0 |
On-board graphics adapter OpenGL version | 4.5 |
On-board graphics adapter ID | 0x3E9B |
Discrete graphics adapter memory | 8 |
Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5X |
NVIDIA G-SYNC | Yes |
Audio | |
Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
Speaker power | 2 |
Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera | |
Front camera | Yes |
Network | |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
Ethernet LAN | No |
Bluetooth version | 4.1 |
Ports & interfaces | |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.0 |
DVI port | No |
Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Docking connector | No |
Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Performance | |
Virtual Reality (VR) ready | Yes |
Keyboard | |
Pointing device | Touchpad |
Numeric keypad | No |
Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Windows keys | Yes |
Software | |
Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
Processor special features | |
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
Intel TSX-NI | No |
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
Intel 64 | Yes |
Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
Idle States | Yes |
Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
Processor package size | 42 x 28 |
Supported instruction sets | AVX 2.0,SSE4.1,SSE4.2 |
Processor code | SR3YY |
CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
Embedded options available | No |
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Processor ARK ID | 134906 |
Battery | |
Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
Number of battery cells | 4 |
Battery capacity (Watt-hours) | 50 |
Power | |
AC adapter power | 230 |
AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 |
AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 |
AC adapter output current | 16.9 |
AC adapter output voltage | 19.5 |
Security | |
Cable lock slot | Yes |
Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 379 |
Depth | 262 |
Height (front) | 16.9 |
Height (rear) | 17.9 |
Weight | 2200 |
Packaging content | |
Manual | Yes |
Power cord included | Yes |
Other features | |
AC adapter included | Yes |
Delivery Options

Economy Delivery (UK)

Fast & Tracked by Courier (UK)
DEFINING ULTRA-SLIM GAMING
WORLD’S SLIMMEST GAMING LAPTOP WITH NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1080
ROG Zephyrus is a revolutionary gaming laptop born from ROG’s persistent dedication to innovation. Despite being thinner than all previous ROG laptops, it has the hardware to rival high-end gaming desktops: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics with Max-Q design, a 7th Generation Intel® Core™ processor, an optional 120Hz wide-view display, and Windows 10 Pro. ROG slimmed the body to a mere 16.9-17.9mm while maintaining powerful cooling and unbeatable acoustic efficiency thanks to a clever new air-flow design: Active Aerodynamic System. The sleek chassis also includes an RGB keyboard that will feel familiar to gamers who typically play on desktop PCs.
DESIGN
SLIM AND SLEEK
ROG Zephyrus takes thin-and-light gaming laptops to a whole new level. It has a slim profile just 16.9-17.9 mm thin and weighs only 2.2kg, but that doesn’t stop it from packing the latest NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 graphics with Max-Q design — an innovative approach to designing the world’s thinnest, fastest, and quietest gaming laptops. An innovative hinge and fan module help keep the high-end GPU cool, resulting in a gaming laptop that’s portable enough to carry with you anywhere yet potent enough to compete with powerful gaming desktops.
ACTIVE AERODYNAMIC SYSTEM (AAS)
PLAY IT COOL
ROG Zephyrus is armed with an exclusive Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) that breaks all the rules. AAS combines intelligent design with innovative technologies to give gamers what they want: an ultra-slim laptop that runs cooler and quieter without sacrificing performance. When the laptop is opened, a portion of the bottom flexes to create 20% more open space for air circulation. Along with our unique AeroAccelerator technology, this gap improves airflow by 32% and reduces temperatures by 20% compared to conventional cooling. You can game for hours on end with impeccable stability and no throttling. ROG Zephyrus offers the highest level of performance in the smallest chassis.
ACTIVE AERODYNAMIC SYSTEM (AAS)
BREATHE DEEPLY
ROG-exclusive Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) includes several enhancements to make the cooler more effective, improving internal airflow and allowing the fan to spin slower and quieter while maintaining low temperatures. We also adjusted the shape of the intake to reduce noise levels further and make the acoustic profile less obtrusive. Zephyrus runs cool enough to avoid throttling and quiet enough to enjoy your game.
KEYBOARD
MAKE YOUR KEYBOARD UNIQUE WITH AURA RGB
ROG Zephyrus’ keyboard is positioned at the front of the chassis to allow better cooling for the internal components and offer a more comfortable, familiar position for gamers accustomed to desktop keyboards. Aura RGB lighting lets you customize colors and dynamic effects for the entire keyboard, and you can adjust the QWER and WASD clusters separately to adapt to MOBA, FPS, and other games. Anti-ghosting tech ensures your commands are interpreted instantly and correctly — even if you hit up to 30 keys simultaneously. The ergonomically designed keys have 1.4mm of travel for greater comfort and accuracy when gaming and typing. With an expected lifetime of 20 million presses, the keys offer exceptional durability and reliability for heavy use.
CAPABILITIES
ULTIMATE GAMING PERFORMANCE
ROG Zephyrus is all about bringing innovative technologies and incredible gaming performance to an ultra-slim, portable, and stylish gaming laptop. Intel’s 7th Generation Core i7 processor and NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics let the machine go toe-to-toe with the most hardcore gaming laptops — and even high-end desktops. Break all the rules with a true game-changer.
PERFORMANCE
3DMARK PERFORMANCE
In 3DMark 11 (Performance) graphics and Fire Strike Extreme benchmark tests, ROG Zephyrus with NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 with Max-Q design delivered amazing gaming performance.
SSD
ROG HYPERDRIVE FOR BLAZING-FAST STORAGE SPEEDS
ROG Zephyrus features an extraordinary 1TB HyperDrive SSD based on the latest NVM Express™ (NVMe) and PCI Express® technologies. With ultra-fast access times and blistering transfer rates, the M.2 drive loads games, apps, and other data at warp speed. Its copious capacity has ample storage for everything you need.
DISPLAY
IMPECCABLE GAMING VISUALS
ROG Zephyrus’ 120Hz display lets you enjoy exceptionally smooth gaming at a true 120 frames per second. Everything feels fluid, especially fast-paced games. With wide viewing angles and 100% sRGB gamut coverage, the panel also produces outstanding colors regardless of where you're sitting.
G-SYNC
SEAMLESS GAMEPLAY
NVIDIA G-SYNC™ technology synchronizes the display’s refresh rate with the GPU’s frame rate to make gameplay silky smooth. G-SYNC minimizes perceived stuttering, reduces input lag, and eliminates visual tearing all without affecting system performance. You get the smoothest, fastest, and most immersive experience across a broad range of games.
MULTI-DISPLAY
BIGGER IS BETTER
Connect ROG Zephyrus to a large ROG gaming monitor with NVIDIA G-SYNC™ via DisplayPort™ over USB Type-C™. Game on a bigger scale and at even higher refresh rates.
VR READY
ULTIMATE VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCES
Take the plunge into virtual reality. With NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 graphics, ROG Zephyrus delivers smooth, stutter-free VR performance with frame rates exceeding 90FPS. Plug-and-play compatibility with leading VR headsets like the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive let you easily enjoy fully immersive VR environments. It’s time to explore a whole new world of games and experiences.
XBOX DONGLE
READY FOR CONSOLE GAMING
Want to try something different on your gaming laptop? ROG Zephyrus can stream console games from the Xbox One, and it includes a dongle that lets you connect wireless Xbox controllers to complete the experience.
CONNECTIVITY
EXTENSIVE CONNECTIVITY
ROG Zephyrus is jam-packed with the latest connectivity to give you blazing-fast transfer rates and maximum compatibility. The USB Type-C™ port delivers up to 40Gbps to Thunderbolt™ devices — four times the bandwidth of USB 3.1 Gen 2 — while four USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports are ready for all your existing gear. You can also run DisplayPort™ monitors over Type-C™ USB or use HDMI 2.0 to connect 4K TVs at 60Hz.
GAMING CENTER
STREAMING-FRIENDLY
FEATURES
ROG Zephyrus comes with a host of streaming-friendly features, so you can share and broadcast your gaming sessions to friends or a larger audience. Sonic Studio Perfect Voice stabilizes the overall volume of outgoing and incoming voice communication while also reducing background noise. Casting Enhancer improves your voice clarity during streaming and recording, and the laptop's built-in array microphone filters out ambient noise for even clearer vocal recording. To power your broadcasts, ROG Zephyrus comes with a lifetime XSplit license. You can use XSplit Gamecaster in ROG Gaming Center to record and broadcast sessions. An in-game overlay allows easy streaming and recording — and lets you to make in-game annotations to highlight what’s happening. You can also interact with your audience while broadcasting on Twitch.
GAMING CENTER
ROG GAMING CENTER
ROG Gaming Center gives you access to all the functions you need on a single dashboard — find system information, set up AURA RGB lighting, define hotkeys for faster in-game commands, adjust audio settings, or record gameplay. In addition, ROG GameFirst IV technology optimizes network traffic for faster, lag-free online gaming.
AUDIO
INCREDIBLY IMMERSIVE SOUND
ROG Zephyrus equips a special technology to optimize audio output. In most cases when pushing the volume to the limit, speakers can break down easily because of excess heat and excursion. The technology protects speakers by setting thermal and excursion thresholds, and monitoring variations due to loading and temperature influence.
Design | |
Product type | Notebook |
Product colour | Black |
Form factor | Clamshell |
Market positioning | Gaming |
Display | |
Display diagonal | 15.6 |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Touchscreen | No |
HD type | Full HD |
LED backlight | Yes |
Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Display surface | Matt |
Processor | |
Processor manufacturer | Intel |
Processor model | i7-8750H |
Processor frequency | 2.2 |
Processor boost frequency | 4.1 |
Processor family | Intel Core i7-8xxx |
Processor cores | 6 |
Processor threads | 12 |
System bus rate | 8 |
Processor cache | 9 |
Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
Processor socket | BGA 1440 |
Processor lithography | 14 |
Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
Processor codename | Coffee Lake |
Bus type | DMI |
Stepping | U0 |
Motherboard chipset | Intel HM370 |
Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 45 |
Configurable TDP-down | 35 |
Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1.7 |
Tjunction | 100 |
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
PCI Express configurations | 1x16,1x8+2x4,2x8 |
ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory | |
Internal memory | 16 |
Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
Memory clock speed | 2666 |
Maximum internal memory | 24 |
Storage | |
Total storage capacity | 1024 |
Storage media | SSD |
Optical drive type | No |
Graphics | |
Discrete graphics adapter model | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 |
On-board graphics adapter | Yes |
Discrete graphics adapter | Yes |
On-board graphics adapter family | Intel UHD Graphics |
On-board graphics adapter model | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
On-board graphics adapter base frequency | 350 |
On-board graphics adapter dynamic frequency (max) | 1100 |
Maximum on-board graphics adapter memory | 64 |
On-board graphics adapter DirectX version | 12.0 |
On-board graphics adapter OpenGL version | 4.5 |
On-board graphics adapter ID | 0x3E9B |
Discrete graphics adapter memory | 8 |
Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5X |
NVIDIA G-SYNC | Yes |
Audio | |
Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
Speaker power | 2 |
Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera | |
Front camera | Yes |
Network | |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
Ethernet LAN | No |
Bluetooth version | 4.1 |
Ports & interfaces | |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
HDMI version | 2.0 |
DVI port | No |
Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Docking connector | No |
Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Performance | |
Virtual Reality (VR) ready | Yes |
Keyboard | |
Pointing device | Touchpad |
Numeric keypad | No |
Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Windows keys | Yes |
Software | |
Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
Processor special features | |
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
Intel TSX-NI | No |
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
Intel 64 | Yes |
Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
Idle States | Yes |
Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
Processor package size | 42 x 28 |
Supported instruction sets | AVX 2.0,SSE4.1,SSE4.2 |
Processor code | SR3YY |
CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
Embedded options available | No |
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Processor ARK ID | 134906 |
Battery | |
Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
Number of battery cells | 4 |
Battery capacity (Watt-hours) | 50 |
Power | |
AC adapter power | 230 |
AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 |
AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 |
AC adapter output current | 16.9 |
AC adapter output voltage | 19.5 |
Security | |
Cable lock slot | Yes |
Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 379 |
Depth | 262 |
Height (front) | 16.9 |
Height (rear) | 17.9 |
Weight | 2200 |
Packaging content | |
Manual | Yes |
Power cord included | Yes |
Other features | |
AC adapter included | Yes |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
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*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.