Hands-on with the new generation duo: ROG Strix GA35 G35DX and ROG Strix G10DK - Powerful allies on the path to dominating every game

On March 30th, ASUS Republic Of Gamers once again stirred up the gaming community by introducing the new generation duo: ROG Strix GA35 G35DX and ROG Strix G10DK. With significant upgrades in both specifications and design, the new generation of ROG Strix GA35 G35DX and ROG Strix G10DK promises to deliver smooth and visually stunning gaming experiences. Let's dive into the hands-on review of the new generation duo of ROG Strix GA35 G35DX and ROG Strix G10DK below!

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ROG Strix GA35 G35DX: The 'Champion's Machine' with Superior Specifications

First, let's take a look at the technical specifications of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX:

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X.
• Operating System: Windows 11 Home.
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8 GB.
• RAM: 16 GB DDR4 3200 MHz, up to 64 GB RAM.
• Storage: 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD 4.0.
• Power Supply: 700W, 80 Plus Gold certified.

The ROG Strix GA35 G35DX is powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X chip, one of AMD's flagship CPUs in the Ryzen 5000 series, utilizing Socket AM4 and featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a maximum clock speed of 4.7 GHz. This provides the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX with exceptional performance, capable of handling all current AAA games as well as smoothly processing heavy tasks such as rendering, streaming, video editing, graphic design, and more.

Additionally, the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics card, delivering impressive graphics processing capabilities, allowing you to enjoy visually stunning gaming experiences and smoothly handle graphics-related tasks.

This desktop is also equipped with 16 GB of RAM and a 1 TB M.2 PCI SSD for faster read/write speeds, providing you with ample storage space and excellent responsiveness. With the specifications mentioned above, one can envision the performance of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX with the phrase 'extremely powerful', as it promises to excel in existing market games and deliver impressive, memorable battles, living up to ASUS's designation of it as the 'Champion's Gaming Machine'.

Let's take a look at some performance benchmarks of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX below to better visualize the prowess of this product!

ROG Strix GA35 G35DX boasts a stunning design with captivating cuts and edges

Nowadays, when purchasing a gaming desktop, besides performance, design is also a crucial factor that many users pay attention to. Simply because, apart from serving entertainment and work needs, a beautifully designed machine will also elevate the aesthetics of our space and make it much more 'stylish' and unique.

Understanding this, ASUS has crafted the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX with a highly impressive exterior, blending youthful and modern vibes with rugged, powerful gaming aesthetics, all while exuding a higher level of sophistication.

According to the manufacturer, the design of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX draws inspiration from winds, featuring prominent cuts and large vents on the front, sides, and top. As a member of the ROG empire, the machine also boasts an RGB LED lighting system with Aura Sync support and a transparent side glass panel, making it truly stand out whenever in use.

The front panel stands out with the familiar ROG logo and a diagonal LED strip, dividing the surface into two symmetrical parts with familiar deep cuts. For me, the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX boasts a beautiful design, captivating and inspiring during gaming sessions, work tasks, and as a decorative piece, all executed remarkably well.

Not only beautiful, but the design of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX also prioritizes ergonomics with numerous air vents on all sides. Alongside this, the air intake system and internal components are meticulously researched and arranged to form separate cooling chambers. This ensures optimal temperature control, maximizing component performance without interference due to heat dissipation issues.

The cooling capability of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX is also heavily invested, with the CPU equipped with its own separate water cooling system. This ensures the processor operates at full capacity, delivering the smoothest user experience without worrying about overheating issues.

To meet the demand for connecting peripherals, the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX is equipped with a variety of ports. On the front panel, you'll find: 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports, 1 Mic port, 1 headphone jack. On the rear, you'll encounter: 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 1 Mic port, 1 Center/Sub Woofer port, 1 Front Speaker Out (Line Out) port, 1 Rear Speaker Out port, 1 Line-in port, 1 S/PDIF port, 1 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port, 1 HDMI port, and 1 DisplayPort.

In terms of expansion slots, the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX will have 3 PCIe 4.0 x 16 slots, 2 PCIe 4.0 x 1 slots, 2 x M.2 slots for SSD, and 4 DDR4 RAM slots, allowing you to easily upgrade the machine to best meet your usage needs.

What is the price of ROG Strix GA35 G35DX? Is it worth buying?

According to ASUS, the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX has started to be available at authorized distributors of ASUS Vietnam with a price of 51.99 million Vietnamese dong. In my opinion, this is a reasonable price considering the 'beastly' specifications that the manufacturer has equipped for the product.

Although it has a relatively high price and may not be suitable for the majority of users, if you are a professional gamer, have a need for graphics-intensive tasks, or simply want to experience a desktop with top-notch performance, I think the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX is a worthy consideration.

ROG Strix G10DK laying the foundation for every gamer

If the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX has a configuration and price that are too high and not suitable, then let's turn to the ROG Strix G10DK, a desktop that has just been introduced by ASUS with good specs and a more 'affordable' price.

First, let's take a look at the specifications of the ROG Strix G10DK.

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600G.
• Operating System: Windows 11 Home.
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti 6 GB.
• RAM: 8 GB DDR4 3200 MHz, up to 64 GB RAM.
• Storage: 512 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD 3.0.

ROG Strix G10DK boasts a remarkable configuration with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G chip, one of AMD's flagship APUs in the Ryzen 5000 Series, featuring 6 cores and 12 threads with a maximum clock speed of 4.4 GHz. Additionally, the machine is equipped with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti graphics card, crafted with the groundbreaking graphics performance of the NVIDIA Turing architecture, achieving award-winning performance. With performance on par with the GeForce GTX 1070 (as NVIDIA claims), this graphics card delivers blazing-fast speeds for today's most popular games and even faster for modern titles.

ROG Strix G10DK also features 8 GB of RAM, expandable up to 64 GB for those with higher demands, along with a 512 GB high-performance SSD M.2 NVMe PCIe for quicker game loading times.

With the mentioned specifications, gamers can smoothly play many current games, especially Esports titles, at high frame rates in FHD resolution. This is a promising start for those aspiring to become professional gamers in the future!

To help you visualize better, below are some performance evaluation results of the ROG Strix G10DK!

ROG Strix G10DK​ features a sleek design yet sufficiently 'battle-ready'

Unlike the rugged design with many bold cuts of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX, the ROG Strix G10DK boasts a sleeker and more elegant appearance. As an average user who doesn't prefer too much ruggedness, I highly appreciate the design of the ROG Strix G10DK.

Still possessing the essential features of a gaming desktop such as the transparent acrylic side panel showcasing all internal components and the RGB LED lighting system, the finishing touches of the ROG Strix G10DK have given it a distinctive edge, matching up to the higher-priced ROG Strix GA35 G35DX.

With a volume of 27 liters, ROG Strix G10DK places the crucial components into a compact chassis, occupying less space whether placed on top or under your desk. Apart from aesthetic considerations, the machine also boasts a thermal design with two separate air chambers to optimize temperature within the case during operation. The upper chamber houses the CPU and GPU, while the lower chamber accommodates the power supply and HDD. The separate chambers provide better airflow to the entire system and prevent heat from the CPU and GPU from affecting the power supply and storage drive.

On the front, the ROG Strix G10DK still sports the familiar ROG logo, accented by a unique LED RGB strip resembling lightning bolts. According to ASUS, this front panel design draws inspiration from heavily armored shields, giving the overall look a sleek yet distinctly gaming-oriented aesthetic that I personally appreciate.

The front panel of the ROG Strix G10DK still showcases the familiar ROG logo, highlighted by a distinctive RGB LED strip resembling lightning bolts. Source: ASUS.

In terms of expansion slots, the ROG Strix G10DK will have: 1 PCIe 4.0 x 16 slot, 1 PCIe 3.0 x 1 slot, 1 M.2 slot for SSD, 1 M.2 slot for Wi-Fi connectivity, 2 DDR4 RAM slots.

How much does the ROG Strix G10DK cost? Is it worth buying?

As per ASUS announcement, the ROG Strix G10DK is priced at 25.99 million VND. This price seems more reasonable for the majority of users in my opinion.

Despite not having a super high-end configuration, with the integrated features from the manufacturer, the ROG Strix G10DK still deserves to be one of the machines worth considering.

Conclusion

Above are my quick reviews of the ROG Strix GA35 G35DX and ROG Strix G10DK, two new gaming desktops recently introduced by ASUS. With impressive features and reasonable prices, I believe these will be suitable companions for both professional gamers and newcomers taking their first steps into the world of professional gaming.

What about you? How do you evaluate these two desktops? Leave your comments below to let us know! Thank you for reading my article.

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