AORUS unveils the new version of the 15.6-inch X5 gaming notebook that’s now packing a powerful VR-ready NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GDDR5X 8GB graphics designed with Max-Q along with an overclockable Kaby Lake Intel Core i7 processor. The new AORUS X5 MD is bound to be a beast ready to tackle any gamer’s demanding needs. Aside from the powerful CPU and GPU combination, the X5 MD also offers speedy Thunderbolt connectivity and high-definition audio brought to you by the ESS SABRE 32-bit Hi-Fi audio DAC.
AORUS X5 MD Key Features
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GDDR5X 8GB
7th Gen. Intel Core i7 Overclocked Processor
Thunderbolt 3: Up to 40Gbps Transfer Speed
32-bit ESS Sabre Hi-Fi Audio DAC
Island-Style AORUS RGB Fusion Keyboard: Per-Key RGB Backlight
15.6" UHD 3840x2160 IPS Anti-Glare display
X-Rite Pantone Certified Display
NVIDIA G-SYNC Support
Multi External Display Support: 3 Surround Display
Versatile Fan Control with 10 Stage Deep Fan Control
Mini DisplayPort 1.3 offering external 8K display output
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 GDDR5X 8GB
7th Gen. Intel Core i7 Overclocked Processor
Thunderbolt 3: Up to 40Gbps Transfer Speed
32-bit ESS Sabre Hi-Fi Audio DAC
Island-Style AORUS RGB Fusion Keyboard: Per-Key RGB Backlight
15.6" UHD 3840x2160 IPS Anti-Glare display
X-Rite Pantone Certified Display
NVIDIA G-SYNC Support
Multi External Display Support: 3 Surround Display
Versatile Fan Control with 10 Stage Deep Fan Control
Mini DisplayPort 1.3 offering external 8K display output
Improved Gaming Performance
The AORUS X5 MD is one of the most powerful 15-inch gaming notebook today by stepping up the graphics from a GTX 1070 to the GTX 1080 graphics processor plus the overclockable Intel Core i7-7820HK CPU that offers 15% improved performance from the i7-7700HQ processor. All this powerful high-end performance hardware in a 22.9mm thin chassis.
High-Definition Audio
The AORUS X5 MD features the ESS Sabre Audio DAC – A 32-bit, 8-channel Hi-Fi sound experience. It is capable of output to 8 channels, it also boasts a Digital Noise Ratio of up to 135dB and a Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise (THD+N) figure of -120dB.
Latest-Gen Connectivity
The X5 MD’s Thunderbolt 3 is the ultimate type-C port where you can charge devices, plug an external graphics card solution and more. The X5 MD also offers multiple extended displays through its mini DisplayPort 1.3 and HDMI 2.0 ports.
Professionally Calibrated Display
The AORUS X5 MD laptop features fully calibrated screen panels courtesy of revered colour system player X-Rite Pantone ensuring colour precision for gaming, casual and professional use.
