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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the actual graphics card in this laptop? The title says RTX 5070 Ti, but the product details list GeForce RTX 5090.
The title is correct. This laptop is equipped with a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card. The 'GeForce RTX 5090' listed in the product details under 'graphics_coprocessor' appears to be a specification error, as all other marketing copy and the model name consistently reference the RTX 5070 Ti.
How does the 240Hz refresh rate on the display work? Is it always active?
According to the provided description, to enable the highest refresh rate (240Hz) on this 18-inch QHD+ display, you may need to switch the laptop to discrete GPU mode via the BIOS or Control Center software. A system restart is typically required for this change to take full effect.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of this laptop?
The laptop measures 16.04 inches in length, 11.78 inches in width, and 1.41 inches in height. It weighs 15 pounds, which is substantial and reflects its high-performance, desktop-replacement design with extensive cooling hardware.
Can you detail the specific durability tests this laptop has passed?
The laptop is built to withstand rigorous conditions, including a 74cm drop test, 180G impact resistance, and stress tests of 10kg on the palm rest and 20kg on the screen. It has also been tested in extreme temperatures (-20°C to 60°C), humidity (20-90% RH), and vibration, with components rated for 200,000 touchpad clicks and 40,000 power button presses.
What type of SSD storage does this laptop use, and is it upgradeable?
The laptop comes with a 1TB PCIe M.2 SSD, which uses a PCIe x4 interface for high-speed data transfer. While the description confirms the presence of this fast storage, the provided specifications do not explicitly state if there are additional vacant M.2 slots or if the existing SSD is user-upgradeable.

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