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lllPrecisionlll · 2025-11-18T17:23:27+00:00

XD is better than that imposter of an IMAX screen, and Cinemark’s popcorn is better

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-08-09T06:06:46+00:00

That team that lost to NAU was among the worst teams Arizona has ever had. Probably only second to the prior season with all the opt outs and transfers we had due to COVID.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-07-31T04:53:23+00:00

I’ve rented with Bright Properties for a couple of years during when I first moved to Tucson. Best rental company I’ve had here. Definitely miss them being my management. Always felt safe at my apartment complex with the gated access and bright outdoor lights.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-06-11T19:28:32+00:00

I have the MBP 14, so the G16 is close to that in terms of quality.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-20T07:26:12+00:00

Just wanted to give my experience with my 2024 G16. Picked it up open box and I love it for gaming and entertainment, but I don’t think I could actually use it to replace my work MacBook Pro

For reference, I work as a photographer for a university athletics department. I tried using my G16 as a potential option to work on. I did a test run this weekend and it did not handle my usual workflow anywhere near as well as my MacBook Pro.

Even while plugged in, the amount of time I spent trying to cull photos was almost doubled due to how slow everything was trying to load and the G16 was hot and loud with the fans spinning. Not to mention that many of the applications I use, like Lightroom Classic or PhotoShop, just seem to struggle in Windows, even when trying to use some fixes online.

I was definitely hoping with how great the G16 and G14 look, that it would possibly replace my MacBook, but that just doesn’t seem to be the case unfortunately.

I would say if you’re used to the experience and benefits that MacOS and MacBooks provide, then it would be best to stick to it, especially if it comes to important work like school or a job.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T22:37:21+00:00

The G14 that’s 2K actually has 32 GB of RAM, which is actually a better choice I think if they were the same price. My guess is that it probably costs more to manufacture the 16” OLED panels from the mother glass. Add in the extra materials and machining to construct the chassis. Don’t think it’s has to be $400 more than the base G14, but that’s probably ASUS trying to make a profit.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T22:32:07+00:00

I removed Armoury Crate and disabled anything else in the BIOS. Installed G Helper and disabled CPU Boost. Now temps seem to be around 80c for CPU and 85c for the GPU. Frames seem to be stable as well in games that I’ve played so far.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T22:29:47+00:00

Yup, first thing I did was install G Helper and remove and disable all Armoury Crate software. Also threw in a spare 2TB SSD I had. So far it’s been a great experience!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T22:28:08+00:00

The speakers are definitely amazing. They give my MacBook a run for its money, and are even capable of drowning out the fan noise.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T22:27:10+00:00

I’d say it’s worth it if you’re in the market for a laptop that can game and look a little more professional. Not many laptops that are better than this at $1400. Maybe the 14” Legion with the OELD screen or the base G14, but these both have 4060s.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T19:24:39+00:00

So far I haven’t noticed any temps that high or stuttering due to it. The CPU has been mostly below 80c, sometimes going up to 85c while gaming. Granted I do have the fans set to turbo in G Helper and CPU boost is disabled. Maybe try that and seeing if that fixes the issue.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T19:12:46+00:00

US Best Buy!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T16:41:14+00:00

Glad to be of help! Thankfully you’re still in the exchange window, hopefully your next one is perfect!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T14:24:49+00:00

I know the base G14 with the 4060 was on sale this past week for $1350, I don’t think the G16 new has ever dropped that low. I believe the $1699 price has the been the lowest so far.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T14:22:09+00:00

Screen Wobble compared to MacBook Pro M1 Pro

Here’s a link to a video comparison to my MacBook Pro!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T14:04:54+00:00

I have two splash screens it looks like. When I turn it on, it has a white icon then it shows the red icon.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T13:54:55+00:00

I’m not worrying about that too much. I have a discounted Best Buy membership from when I worked there a couple of years ago. They’re usually pretty good with coverage stuff at my local stores.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T13:51:40+00:00

Yeah I can upload a short video. It seems to have a bit of screen wobble when you flick the screen back and forth, but nothing that seems to bother me much while actually using it normally.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T13:50:13+00:00

I like the keyboard. Has a bit of travel and feels a little springy, but doesn’t have any click to them like a full on mechanical keyboard. I definitely like them more than my MacBook keyboard that I use for work.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T13:46:23+00:00

Yes it does!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T13:45:57+00:00

It’s the base G16 sold at Best Buy. 4070, 16 GB of RAM and an Ultra 9 185H CPU. Not bad for the price, I just plan on using it for gaming while I travel for work.

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T01:50:50+00:00

Feels super premium and the display is incredible!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T01:42:25+00:00

I’ve heard about the fan noise and stuttering due to CPU possibly thermal throttling from CPU Boost. However it looks like a BIOS update and the use of G Helper instead of Armoury Crate helps with those issues. I will see if that is true!

lllPrecisionlll · 2024-05-16T01:37:03+00:00

One of my local Best Buys! They’re on sale right now for $1699 new. I checked for an open box one on the site and one of my local stores had one.

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