Strategic collaborations with Intel and AMD help accelerate AI transformation 

• ASUS expands its AI infrastructure through collaborations with Intel®, AMD, and other technology partners including IBM, Samsung, and Schneider Electric
• ASUS RS700-E12-RS4U and RS720-E12-RS12U are powered by Intel® Xeon® 6 processors, and are ideal for AI, HPC, and data-intensive workloads
• ASUS RS720A-E14B-R32U and RS500A-E14B-R12U feature AMD EPYC™ 9006 Series server CPUs; designed for data centers and business applications
• ASUS Industrial Edge Server delivers enterprise-grade AI computing, rugged reliability, and long-term availability for factory automation, AOI, video surveillance, and healthcare

 SEOUL, Republic of Korea, September 3, 2026 — At ASUS AI Tech 2026, ASUS today announced the expansion of its AI infrastructure ecosystem through strategic collaborations with Intel®, AMD, and a broader network of technology partners including Aleria, Foxlink, IBM, Samsung, Schneider Electric, and WD. The event shows how ASUS and its partners are driving AI innovation across the technology stack, accelerating AI adoption, and shaping the future of computing.

Advanced AI infrastructure powered by Intel and AMD

For broader enterprise and general-purpose applications, ASUS has a comprehensive AI infrastructure portfolio powered by Intel and AMD technologies that enable organizations to deploy diverse AI workloads across computing environments.

The showcase features the ASUS RS700-E12-RS4U and ASUS RS720-E12-RS12U, powered by Intel Xeon® 6 processors and designed as scalable computing platforms for AI, HPC, and data-intensive workloads. In addition, the XA P8I-E13A is a high-density 6U system featuring the Intel Xeon Next-Gen processor platform to support advanced GPU acceleration for demanding AI applications.

For AMD-powered solutions, the RS720A-E14B-R32U, RS500A-E14B-R12U, and ESC8000A-E13P are flexible, scalable platforms for enterprise and AI workloads. Featuring AMD EPYC™ 9006 Series server CPUs, the RS720A-E14B-R32U and RS500A-E14B-R12U provide optimized performance and efficiency for modern data centers and business applications. Equipped with AMD Instinct™ MI350P PCIe accelerators, the ESC8000A-E13P delivers scalable computing performance for inference, agentic AI, and high-performance computing workloads.

Bringing real-time AI intelligence to industrial edge applications

As AI moves beyond data centers and into real-world environments, organizations need reliable edge AI infrastructure to enable real-time intelligence across diverse applications, including transportation, public safety, manufacturing, and healthcare. Processing data locally, rather than sending it to the cloud, can help keep sensitive information such as patient records, production data, and video footage onsite. This approach ensures data confidentiality and meets compliance requirements in industrial and healthcare environments.

Unlike standard servers build for climate-controlled data centers, hardware deployed in varied environments such as factory floors, hospitals, and power plants must withstand extreme temperatures, unstable power, and electrical noise. Industrial edge computing therefore demands hardware engineered for wide temperature and voltage ranges, and offer ESD protection.

The ASUS Industrial Edge Server delivers enterprise-grade AI computing, rugged reliability, and long-term availability for applications such as factory automation, AOI, video surveillance, and healthcare. The new RUC-2000 series embedded computer is powered by Intel Core™ Ultra Series 3 processors with up to 180 AI TOPS, offering a rugged, fanless solution designed for machine vision, video analytics, and in-vehicle AI applications.

Advancing AI innovation from cloud to edge

ASUS remains committed to its vision of Ubiquitous AI, Incredible Possibilities, embedding intelligence across products, platforms, and partnerships. Through its expanding AI ecosystem, ASUS enables organizations to build, deploy, and scale AI solutions from cloud to edge to support the next era of intelligent computing.

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Uniting accelerated computing, simulation-validated deployment and AI governance into one continuous AI factory platform

• Unified AI factories: Integrated ASUS infrastructure, deployment and governance from design to production-ready operation
• Validated deployment: Simulation and digital twins help ASUS and partners to optimize AI factories before physical installation
• Scalable AI infrastructure: End-to-end ASUS solutions for enterprise, agentic and edge AI workloads all on show

SEOUL, Republic of Korea, September 3, 2026  — At ASUS AI Tech 2026, ASUS today redefined AI infrastructure from systems that run AI to platforms that build and operate AI factories. Working with NVIDIA and a growing ecosystem of technology partners — including Aleria, AMD, Crusoe, Foxlink, IBM, Intel, Samsung, Schneider Electric and WD — ASUS is enabling enterprises to move beyond standalone infrastructure to production-ready AI factories where performance, operational resilience and AI governance are engineered across the entire lifecycle.

ASUS also reinforced its unified AI infrastructure platform spanning accelerated computing, networking, storage, deployment software, AI operations and governance. By integrating infrastructure engineering, deployment and operational intelligence into a continuous platform, ASUS helps organizations shorten time to first token, accelerate time to revenue and optimize infrastructure efficiency while maintaining trusted AI at scale. This strategic evolution solidifies the role of ASUS as a pivotal end-to-end AI infrastructure partner, transforming computing capacity into tangible, business-driving AI innovation.

“ASUS is now comprehensively embracing its All in on AI strategic initiative, dedicated to embedding AI across infrastructure, commercial solutions, and innovative physical devices. As AI factories evolve into always-on production environments, infrastructure performance and AI governance can no longer be addressed separately. Infrastructure is the foundation of AI production itself. From the decisions that shape the first token to the controls that govern AI at scale, ASUS is engineering for what comes next—bringing compute, connectivity, power, cooling and automation together to turn every watt, every dollar and every minute invested into AI output.” said Paul Ju, Senior Vice President, Head of Infrastructure Solution Business Group, ASUS.

ASUS AI Tech 2026

AI governance starts before the first token

Building a trusted AI factory begins long before the first model is deployed. ASUS combines advanced system engineering with the NVIDIA DSX Sim Blueprint to help enterprises design, simulate, validate and optimize complete AI factories before physical deployment. Working with ecosystem partners including Schneider Electric, AVEVA and IBM, ASUS brings compute, networking, storage, power, cooling and facility infrastructure into a unified digital twin environment, enabling organizations to identify constraints, optimize configurations and reduce deployment risk before installation begins.

Once deployed, governance extends throughout AI operations. As agentic AI and physical AI become increasingly autonomous, organizations require continuous visibility, oversight, and operational control across models, data, tools and enterprise systems. Beyond the infrastructure management platforms, ACC (ASUS Control Center) and AIDC (ASUS Infrastructure Deployment Center), ASUS significantly extends these capabilities through its comprehensive AI Software Stack and Turnkey AI Applications. Within the AI Software Stack, customers gain direct access to essential tools such as Quota & Billing and an MLOps Portal. These facilitate efficient resource management within the data center, thereby accelerating overall operational speed. At the application level, the AI Software Stack acts as a crucial operational layer and cross-platform software stack. It functions as an ‘operational harness’, connecting enterprise governance directly with AI services and autonomous agents, enabling secure, manageable, and production-ready deployment of agentic AI.

Backed by advanced integration capabilities and a long-standing collaboration with NVIDIA, ASUS enables enterprises to accelerate AI from design to deployment and ongoing operations. Strong business growth reflects increasing market demand for integrated AI infrastructure that shortens time to first token, accelerates time to revenue and supports AI factories ranging from frontier-scale model development to enterprise, agentic and edge AI deployments.

• For large-scale AI factories: ASUS AI POD, XA VR721-E3, built on NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72, provides a rack-scale platform for high-volume intelligence and low cost token generation delivering 10X the performance per watt versus the prior generation. Complementing this, the enterprise-ready XA NR1I-E12LR and XA NR1I-E12L, based on NVIDIA HGX Rubin NVL8, accelerate high-density AI infrastructure for demanding enterprise training, inference, and post-training workloads.
• For agentic AI: The ASUS XA P2N-E2, a 2U NVIDIA MGX platform equipped with two NVIDIA Vera CPUs and supporting up to two dual-slot NVIDIA GPUs, is purpose-built for responsive, energy-efficient agentic reasoning, data processing, and orchestration at scale.
• For edge and visual computing: ASUS ESC8000-E12P, featuring NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 and RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs, extends acceleration for enterprise inference, vision AI, and visual computing from the data center to the edge. Additionally, the compact PE3000N edge-AI platform, powered by NVIDIA Jetson Thor T5000 module, delivers real-time inference, sensor fusion, and autonomous control for robotics and industrial automation environments.
• For robust data foundation: The ASUS UF920-E3-RS24 server, based on the NVIDIA STX modular foundation for AI-native storage, together with the ASUS OJ340A-RS60 object storage solution and VS320D-RS26N storage system, provides the resilient data foundation required for enterprise AI. Designed to meet the capacity, availability and data management demands of modern AI pipelines, the portfolio supports AI factories from design validation to production-scale deployment.

Customer applications and AI factory implementation

Beyond foundational infrastructure, ASUS showcased AI’s tangible impact through key partner demonstrations, illustrating real-world applications and emerging AI paradigms. Foxlink demonstrated next-level industrial automation with autonomous robotics, while Aleria highlighted the critical need for Sovereign AI deployments designed to support localized data control and secure operations. This holistic approach, combined with robust ASUS software-hardware integration and Kubernetes platforms, significantly shortens time-to-revenue for our customers. The ASUS vision extends beyond merely selling computing power; we deliver operational AI factories designed to continuously generate business value and drive the token economy.

Accelerating AI adoption for transformative growth

Looking ahead, ASUS is committed to continuously deepening its collaboration with NVIDIA and a growing global ecosystem of technology partners. By integrating accelerated computing, simulation-validated deployment, and AI harness engineering into one continuous governance framework, we empower organizations to protect their infrastructure investments and maintain control as AI applications grow in complexity and autonomy. Our overarching goal is to help enterprises transition from simply investing in AI to embedding intelligence across their entire operations. This strategic shift is designed to shorten time to revenue, improve efficiency of tokens per watt, significantly reduce resource waste and TCO, and ultimately build AI Factories engineered for peak performance, designed for adaptability, and governed for scalable growth.

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Starting in August 2026, selected eligible ASUS and ROG laptop customers can unlock 3 months of Google AI Pro with 5TB or Google AI Plus with 400GB of cloud storage at no extra cost.

KEY POINTS

• Access to more Google AI: Eligible ASUS customers can receive 3 months of Google AI Pro with 5TB or Google AI Plus with 400GB cloud storage at no extra cost
• AI across more workflows: Access to the Google Gemini app, Deep Research, Google Flow, Gemini in Google apps, and more, subject to plan and market availability
• Broad ASUS laptop coverage: Includes eligible 2025, 2026 and upcoming 2027 ASUS and ROG laptops in supported markets via the MyASUS app

Johannesburg, South Africa, 25^th August 2026 – ASUS today announced a new offer with Google that gives customers who purchase selected eligible ASUS and ROG laptops access to 3 months of Google AI Pro or Google AI Plus at no extra cost[1]. The offer is designed to help users do more than use AI on a single device. It opens the door to a broader Google AI ecosystem for creating, studying, working, researching, and building, together with expanded cloud storage.

A gateway to more of Google’s latest AI

With this offer, eligible ASUS customers can start exploring more Google AI experiences as soon as they set up a new laptop. As the top-level offering, Google AI Pro unlocks expanded access to Google’s most capable Gemini models and higher usage limits to Google’s AI tools that power advanced creative and professional workflows. This plan comes with a massive 5 TB of cloud storage. Google AI Plus delivers an accessible entry point to Google’s AI tools, offering elevated model performance, creative generation and productivity features, and 400GB of cloud storage.

Together, these benefits make advanced cloud AI more practical from day one on an eligible ASUS laptop. Customers can access a broader ecosystem of Google AI experiences across dedicated tools and familiar Google apps, helping them create, research, organize, and work more efficiently

One AI ecosystem for creating, studying, working, and building

The offer supports a wide range of use cases across creativity, research, productivity, and development. Users can create images, video concepts, and music from ideas and references. They can turn complex questions into structured research and reports. They can also draft, organize, analyze, and refine work inside familiar Google apps.

Depending on the plan, users can access experiences across the Google Gemini app, Deep Research, Google Flow, Gemini Omni, Nano Banana 2, Lyria 3, Gemini in Google apps, and Gemini Notebook. Google AI Pro can also provide expanded access to developer and agentic experiences such as Google Antigravity, Jules, and AI Studio, subject to plan terms and availability.

AI plus meaningful cloud capacity

The offer also adds long-term value through expanded cloud storage. Google AI Pro includes 5TB of cloud storage while Google AI Plus includes 400GB. This gives users more room for documents, photos, videos, research, and creative projects across supported Google services.

The added storage makes the AI benefit more tangible in daily use. Users can keep more of what they create and manage projects more easily across supported services.

Planned across a broad ASUS laptop portfolio

The one-year program is planned to run from August 10, 2026 through August 9, 2027 across selected eligible 2025, 2026 and upcoming 2027 ASUS laptops in supported markets. The planned portfolio includes selected models across the ROG, TUF Gaming, ProArt, Zenbook, and Vivobook families, with redemption exclusively through the MyASUS app. A full list of eligible models is available on the ASUS website.

Availability

This 3 months Google AI and cloud storage offer will be available from August 10, 2026 in supported markets with selected eligible ASUS laptops. Customers can redeem the offer through the MyASUS app. . Detailed terms and conditions can be found on the ASUS website. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.

[1] Regional availability, age and account eligibility, languages, model access, and usage limits vary by Google plan and can change over time. Some Google AI features are available only in certain countries or may roll out gradually.

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vailable for pre-order for US$1,299 standalone or US$2,499 bundled with premium accessories, the ROG XBOX Ally X20 will be on shelves on October 15

• Buy the ROG XBOX Ally X20 standalone: The perfect choice for gamers who just want the ROG XBOX Ally X20
• The ultimate bundle: ROG XBOX Ally X20, ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses, and dbrand Killswitch and custom Pelican Case
• Available for pre-order now: ROG XBOX Ally X20, ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses, and XBOX Ally X20 Bundle all available for pre-order today

TAIPEI, Taiwan, August 25th, 2026 – ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that pre-orders are now open for the ROG XBOX Ally X20, a handheld that’s both a throwback to gaming two decades ago and a vision of what’s next. Housed in a translucent black chassis with a vibrant gold internal structure, the XBOX Ally X20 debuts ROG’s all-new Nebula HDR Display with a 7.4-inch OLED panel, and is powered by the AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme processor for ample gaming horsepower. Available as a standalone device for $1,299 or bundled with the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses, a dbrand Killswitch for ROG XBOX Ally X20, 68-watt adapter and a custom Pelican Protector Case for $2,499, the XBOX Ally X20 is ready to play anywhere. The ROG XBOX Ally X20 will be on-shelf starting on October 15.

Ally X20 Bundle Render

Buy the ROG XBOX Ally X20 standalone

Both the ROG XBOX Ally X20 and the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses will be available for purchase separately.

The ROG XBOX Ally X20 is an evolution and a celebration of everything that made the original ROG XBOX Ally special. Featuring translucent black plastic for the chassis, it harkens back to a distinct era of gaming that veterans will remember fondly. This translucence also offers a peek under the hood to the revamped high-performance cooling system and incredible handheld silicon from AMD, with just a hint of the gold-accented internal structure. Crafted exclusively for the 20th anniversary of the formation of the Republic of Gamers in 2006, this special edition ROG XBOX Ally X20 is sure to look incredible in any collection. Gamers can pick their perfect loadout and celebrate 20 years of ROG.

ROG XBOX Ally X20 standalone

Whether at home or on-the-go, the ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses step up gaming immersion with audio by BOSE, a 171-inch virtual screen at four meters, and a 240Hz micro-OLED display that offers a 57° FOV covering 95% of the focused field of view, with a near-instantaneous 0.01ms response time. Native 3DoF tracking allows the screen to follow head movements, and Anchor Mode keeps it in one place during play.

These standalone options allow gamers to pick exactly how they want to celebrate 20 years of ROG.

The ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle

The ultimate bundle

The ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle is an incredible collector’s item, pairing the XBOX Ally X20 with a custom Killswitch case, complete with a kickstand and gold-and-black accents to celebrate the 20th anniversary. This rugged case offers daily protection for the XBOX Ally X20 and the perfect place to rest hands with ruggedized grips. dbrand also created a custom skin for the face of the XBOX Ally X20, with a circuit board pattern derived directly from the device’s internals. Joystick covers offer more control and sport the ROG logo. A custom Protector Case from Pelican, sporting red ROG latches and the exclusive 20th anniversary badge, is perfect for keeping the device and accessories safe in transit, while the included 68W charger enables gaming on the go.

The bundle also includes a pair of ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses. These incredibly immersive AR glasses plug directly into the XBOX Ally X20 with a single USB Type-C® cable for an ultra-simple setup. With smooth Command Center integration and a matching black and gold colorway, this pairing creates the ultimate mobile gaming battlestation. 

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One-of-a-kind ROG 20th Anniversary suitcase signed by Jonney Shih and Jensen Huang will be auctioned on eBay for Charity, with all proceeds going to SpecialEffect

• SpecialEffect will host the eBay for Charity auction from August 25 to September 4, 2026.
• A signed ROG 20th Anniversary suitcase, VVIP Kit and limited-edition ROG 20th Anniversary gear make up the one-of-a-kind bundle
• 100% of the auction proceeds will benefit SpecialEffect, with ROG providing the items and campaign support

COLOGNE, Germany, August 25, 2026 — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced at its Gamescom press conference in Cologne that it is sponsoring a global charity auction to benefit SpecialEffect, the UK-based charity that helps people with physical disabilities enjoy video games. SpecialEffect will host and operate the auction through eBay for Charity, and 100% of the proceeds will go to the charity. ROG will provide the auction items and campaign support.

The centerpiece of the auction is a single ROG Slash Hard-Case Luggage Edition 20 signed by Jonney Shih, ASUS Chairman, and Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO, NVIDIA, paired with a signed ROG 20th VVIP Kit that has never been offered for sale. The winning bidder will also receive a full set of limited-edition ROG 20th Anniversary gear created to mark the occasion.

“Gaming has the power to connect people, create joy, and open new possibilities,” said Jonney Shih. “As ROG celebrates its 20th anniversary, we are proud to support SpecialEffect in making gaming more accessible — because For Those Who Dare should include everyone who wants to play. Through this charity auction, we hope to help remove barriers and bring the joy of gaming to even more people.”

Paige Harvey, Gaming Community Manager at SpecialEffect, added. “SpecialEffect doesn’t charge for any of the support we provide, and we can only continue to provide that support entirely free thanks to the incredible donations and charity campaigns that support our work. The demand for our services is ever increasing, and we’re so thankful that we’re able to accommodate these requests thanks to our fantastic community.”

A one-of-a-kind 20th anniversary collection

• The winner will receive the following items:
• ROG SLASH Hard-Case Luggage Edition 20 — signed by Jonney Shih and Jensen Huang
• ROG 20th VVIP Kit — signed and never offered for sale
• ROG SLASH Backpack Edition 20
• ROG Azoth Extreme Edition 20 Gaming Keyboard
• ROG Harpe II Extreme Edition 20 Gaming Mouse
• ROG Keycap Mystery Box Edition 20
• ROG SAGA OMNI Edition 20 Action Figure

Full details of every item in the bundle will be listed on the official eBay auction page once the listing is live.

Helping more people enjoy gaming

Founded in 2007, SpecialEffect is a gaming charity that works one-to-one with people whose physical disabilities make conventional gaming hardware difficult or impossible to use. Its specialist team assesses each person’s needs and builds a setup around them, drawing on technologies such as modified controllers and eye-gaze systems. SpecialEffect also provides equipment loans and ongoing support as needs change, at no cost to the people it supports.

Auction details

Bidders can visit the official eBay auction page to view the full bundle, review the auction terms and place a bid. All auction and delivery arrangements are set out on the eBay listing.

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Introducing new ROG Ace esports mouse and OLED monitors, as well as new team signings as ROG expands its esports presence 

• ROG Gladius IV Ace ergonomic esports mouse is developed through sports-science-based testing and features a customizable weight design
• ROG OLED esports monitor lineup expands with the Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace, Strix OLED XG259QDPG Ace, and Strix OLED XG259QDNS Ace
• ROG announced as the official peripherals sponsor for GamerLegion and will support the team with esports-focused gear
• ROG announces its partnership with acclaimed FPS content creator and former professional Apex Legends player iiTzTimmy
• New ROG Ace Esports Instagram accounts give competitive players and esports fans an official source for esports-related content

TAIPEI, Taiwan, August 25, 2026 — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced its growing commitment to esports through new product launches, expanded partnerships with elite teams and pro players, and a dedicated social media channel. As esports continues to shape the expectations of modern gamers and esports fans worldwide, ROG creates high-performance Ace Collection gaming gear made with insights from professional teams and athletes. The brand is also strengthening its role within the community with dedicated esports communication platforms to keep fans and enthusiasts up to date

ROG Gladius IV Ace: Refined for competitive play

Developed through extensive sports-science testing and iterative evaluations with esports players, the ergonomic shape of the ROG Gladius IV Ace helps reduce muscle strain as players grip, lift and move the mouse during competitive play. This approach will also help shape further Ace esports mouse aesthetics, helping ROG develop designs for different grip types, hand sizes, and mouse movement. During tracking movements, the Gladius remained stable in velocity and acceleration after fatigue, and users also spent less average time off target, even after fatigue. In 180-degree flick scenarios, users also displayed higher hit accuracy.

The Gladius IV Ace has a center-balanced design and a default weight of 56 grams. It includes 3g, 5g, and 7g stackable weights to give players the flexibility to create seven additional configurations to fine-tune the mouse’s handling. Each mouse is individually machine-tested as a complete unit to verify left- and right-click consistency within 5gf for a closely matched actuation feel.

ROG SpeedNova 8K Gen II technology features an enhanced receiver with a large antenna designed to strengthen wireless signal quality. The receiver detects surrounding RF conditions and indicates connection quality in real time, while Active Dynamic Hopping scans for optimal channels to help reduce interference. Dual LEDs provide quick RF status feedback, and players can personalize the indicators via Gear Link.

The ROG AimPoint Pro 65K optical sensor delivers up to 65,000dpi, 800ips and 70g maximum acceleration, with 11 selectable lift-off-distance levels for fine-tuned tracking. With up to 20,000 frames-per-second scanning and 8000Hz polling, the sensor captures movement quickly for responsive tracking during flicks, wide swipes, and precise adjustments. Zone Mode provides competitive-gaming hardware settings, while Dynamic TX Power Control offers an option for maximum transmission strength and stronger anti-interference performance.

The Gladius IV Ace includes a dedicated carry case for safe storage of the mouse and accessories, giving gamers a travel-ready setup for scrims, bootcamps, LANs, and tournament days. Gamers can use Gear Link to customize key mouse settings through a browser. With no software downloads required, Gear Link supports faster setups across practice rooms, tournament PCs, and shared systems.

ROG OLED esports monitors

ROG brings OLED technology to the competitive arena with exceptional color and contrast, consistent color reproduction across the panel. Self-lit OLED pixels respond almost instantly, enabling sharp motion clarity. Unlike conventional LCD esports monitors relying on traditional LCD backlight strobing, OLED needs no backlight — reducing eye strain and keeping gamers comfortable through marathon sessions. The result is a fast, consistent image for high-stakes play.

As the world’s No.1 OLED gaming monitor brand[i], ROG is proud to introduce the ROG Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace, ROG Strix OLED XG259QDPG Ace and ROG Strix OLED XG259QDNS Ace. These 24.5-inch monitors are developed with direct input from professional players, and they expand the ROG OLED esports monitor lineup alongside the ROG Strix OLED XG259QWPG Ace, which debuted at Computex 2026.

Every Ace monitor includes integrated measurement scales on the stand to help players reproduce their preferred setup, a Quick OSD menu for fast setting adjustments, and three Esports Color modes tuned for different FPS gaming scenarios. Gallium Nitride Field-Effect Transistor (GaNFET) technology in the power-supply design helps optimize heat dissipation for extended OLED lifespan.

ROG Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace

With a 720Hz refresh rate, the ROG Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace is the fastest model in the series. Its TrueBlack Glossy™ Tandem WOLED panel produces supersharp imagery with deep blacks, even under bright arena lighting. It also features up to 1700-nits peak brightness and Dolby Vision® support for realistic HDR visuals. The integrated Position Sensor measures the gamer’s preferred angles and displays them on-screen, helping players reproduce precise setups at home, during practice sessions, or live competition. This particular model is the official esports monitor of the 2026 PGL Major tournament.

“A stage this historic deserves a display to match. The first OLED Major on the fastest OLED ever made — it’s a new generation of competitive Counter-Strike,” said Silviu Stroie, CEO, PGL.

The new ROG Swift OLED PG259QWS Ace and ROG Strix OLED XG259QWPG Ace will be available in early Q4 with MSRPs of US$1099 and US$699 respectively.

ROG Strix OLED XG259QDPG Ace

The ROG Strix OLED XG259QDPG Ace is a 560Hz RGB QD-OLED panel featuring BlackShield™ Film and an anti-glare low-reflection coating that boosts perceived black levels by up to 40% and increases panel hardness by 2.5 times. The monitor delivers vivid, true-to-life colors and glare-free visuals for fast-paced competitive play. Connectivity options include one DisplayPort™ 1.4 (DSC), two HDMI® 2.1, and three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports for maximum compatibility.

ROG Strix OLED XG259QDNS Ace

The ROG Strix OLED XG259QDNS Ace combines the benefits of an RGB QD-OLED panel featuring BlackShield Film and an anti-glare low-reflection coating with an accessible 360Hz refresh rate, enabling a wider base of players to enjoy Ace-grade esports visuals and pro-tuned setup tools. Connectivity options include DisplayPort™ 1.4 (DSC) and HDMI 2.1.

ROG expands its esports partnerships

ROG today announced its partnership with GamerLegion, serving as an official peripherals sponsor and supporting GamerLegion players with ROG gaming mice, keyboards, mouse pads, and other esports-focused gear. This announcement reinforces ROG’s growing global esports network alongside existing partnerships with leading teams, and strengthens the connection between ROG Ace products and professional competitive play

“We are super happy to welcome ROG as a new partner of GamerLegion. We both cherish dedication and prowess, which is why we see great fits for both our brands. In light of our path to solidify ourselves in the top ranks, for the journey that we are on there are few partners we could wish on our side that carry as much endemic value and power as ROG. Excited to become ‘those who dare’ and break limits, together!” said GamerLegion’s CEO, Nicolas Reber.

“At ROG, the goal is to support competitive players with gear built for the realities of professional play, while working closely with teams to understand what players need at the highest level. We look forward to supporting GamerLegion with performance-focused peripherals as the team continues to compete on the global stage,” said Kris Huang, General Manager of the ASUS Gaming and Workspace Gear Business Unit.

In addition, ROG announced that it has teamed up with Timothy ‘iiTzTimmy’ An, acclaimed FPS content creator and former professional Apex Legends player, adding him to its growing roster of esports partners across gaming gear and displays.

With his combination of exceptional mechanics, entertaining content, and strong connection with the global gaming community, iiTzTimmy has become one of the most recognizable creators in competitive gaming. Through the partnership, iiTzTimmy will work closely with ROG across upcoming content, product showcases, and community activations, bringing his perspective as a high-level FPS player to the latest ROG gaming gear. With a shared focus on performance and continuous improvement, the collaboration further strengthens ROG’s commitment to supporting competitive players and the broader esports community.

Dedicated ROG Ace esports channel

The new ROG Ace Esports Instagram provides competitive players and esports fans with a dedicated destination for the latest ROG esports content. Product news, professional player insights, team collaborations, tournament updates, and setup inspiration can come together in one channel, helping fans stay close to the gear, players, and stories that shape the ROG esports ecosystem.

[i] TrendForce Research Reports, Global OLED Monitor Shipments Grew 26.1% QoQ in 2Q26; ASUS Extended Its Lead Over Samsung While MSI Closed the Gap: https://www.trendforce.com/research/download/RP260813AG

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Featuring true RGB Stripe OLED technology with OLED Care Pro, versatile Dual Mode, and GaNFET power efficiency solution for the ultimate balance of fidelity and speed

•  4K true Tandem RGB OLED: TrueBlack Glossy™ coating for crisp images, razor-sharp text, & precise color reproduction with up to 27% larger color volume 
• Versatile Dual Mode: Effortless switching between stunning 4K@240Hz fidelity and ultra-responsive FHD@480Hz via a hotkey  
• Built to last: Innovative GanFET technology optimizes heat dissipation and power efficiency; Neo Proximity Sensor includes adjustable Motion Sensitivity and Auto Away timer for precise detection and automated OLED protection
• AI agent-ready controls: ASUS Display Control CLI and Agent Skill enable compatible AI agents to query and adjust multiple supported monitor settings through natural-language requests

TAIPEI, Taiwan, July 15, 2026 — ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced availability of the ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM and PG32UCWM gaming monitors that feature 4K true Tandem RGB OLED technology. Bringing flagship-tier panel technology to enthusiast setups, the 26.5-inch PG27UCWM and the 31.5-inch PG32UCWM combine true RGB Stripe OLED technology with a TrueBlack Glossy™ coating and a versatile Dual Mode (4K@240Hz / FHD@480Hz) that delivers the ultimate balance of fidelity and speed. Innovative GaNFET power efficiency solution and enhanced OLED Care Pro work together to prolong panel longevity, while Dolby Vision® support, VESA® DisplayHDR™ 400 True Black compliance, and DisplayPort™ 2.1a UHBR20 connectivity make these monitors ready for the most demanding HDR games.

True Tandem RGB OLED vs Previous WOLED

True Tandem RGB OLED

Both monitors feature a 4K true Tandem RGB OLED panel with a proprietary TrueBlack Glossy coating to deliver supersharp imagery and incredibly accurate colors. True RGB Stripe OLED technology omits the white subpixel found in conventional WOLED panels, ensuring razor-sharp text edges and precise color reproduction while delivering up to 27% larger color volume — even at peak luminance levels. The versatile Dual Mode feature lets players effortlessly switch between stunning 4K@240Hz visuals and ultra-responsive FHD@480Hz action. Plus, a superfast 0.03ms response time eliminates ghosting and motion blur in fast-paced games.

Built to last

The power supply design leverages Innovative GaNFET technology to optimize heat dissipation and power efficiency, achieving nearly 35% less waste heat and a 10% drop in vent temperature — for a longer OLED lifespan with zero compromises on performance when compared with previous OLED monitors without it. Enhanced OLED Care Pro features further safeguard the panel and include an upgraded Neo Proximity Sensor that offers adjustable Motion Sensitivity as well as a configurable Auto Away timer. The five selectable motion sensitivity levels enable more precise detection and are especially useful for users who are locked in on a game. The Auto Away timer can be set from 1–15 minutes, with the screen automatically displaying a back image once the time elapses. All OLED Care Pro features are easily managed via the exclusive ASUS DisplayWidget Center app, using a mouse.

Professional-grade HDR and color accuracy

The ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM and PG32UCWM are engineered for breathtakingly realistic HDR gaming, with Dolby Vision support, VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black compliance, a 99% DCI-P3 gamut, true 10-bit color, and Delta E<2 color accuracy. Together, these capabilities deliver deep, inky blacks, vivid highlights, and lifelike color fidelity across both games and content. 

AI agent-ready controls

With ASUS Display Control CLI and Agent Skill installed, users can ask a compatible AI agent to query and adjust supported monitor settings through natural-language requests. A single request can coordinate multiple settings across one or more compatible ASUS monitors. For example, an agent could schedule a brighter morning profile with higher brightness, 6500K color temperature, Gamma 2.2, and Blue Light Filter off. The agent can also set an evening profile with lower brightness, 4000K color temperature, and increased Blue Light Filter for more comfortable viewing before sleep. For color-critical work, a single request could select sRGB mode, 6500K color temperature, Gamma 2.2, Uniform Brightness, and a comfortable brightness level. For competitive gaming, it could switch to FHD@480Hz, activate FPS mode and OLED Anti-Flicker, and set the user’s preferred brightness. The CLI executes monitor-control commands locally on the workstation, while the agent translates user intent into a sequence of supported actions.

Future-ready connectivity

Both monitors offer comprehensive connectivity to ensure compatibility with next-generation hardware. Connectivity options include DisplayPort 2.1a UHBR20 with full 80Gbps bandwidth, HDMI^® 2.1, and USB-C^® with 90-watt Power Delivery for single-cable connection to compatible laptops.

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27UCWM

* Peak brightness may vary due to color pre-calibration

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCWM

* Peak brightness may vary due to color pre-calibration

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Johannesburg, South Africa, 2^nd July 2026 – ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) is giving South African gamers, creators and PC enthusiasts more control over their next desktop with the launch of the ROG G700 (2025) Build It Your Way experience.

Customers can now configure the ROG G700 to match their performance needs and budget by selecting from a range of hardware options before placing their order. Whether you’re chasing higher frame rates, faster content creation workflows or a future-ready workstation, the new configuration experience allows you to build the desktop that fits your requirements. Built on the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra platform and supporting NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ graphics options, the ROG G700 combines powerful performance with the premium engineering that Republic of Gamers is known for.

It also features a premium full-tower chassis with a tool-less design for easier maintenance and future upgrades, efficient airflow, high-performance cooling and the signature ROG aesthetic that has become synonymous with high-end gaming systems. The ROG G700 (2025) Build It Your Way desktop is available now through the ASUS South Africa eshop. For more information or to configure your own ROG G700, visit

ASUS South Africa Online Store – ROG G700 Build It Your Way.

About ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG)

Republic of Gamers (ROG) is ASUS’ premium gaming brand, dedicated to delivering innovative hardware and experiences for gamers, creators and enthusiasts worldwide. The ROG portfolio includes gaming laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, peripherals and accessories designed to push performance to the next level.

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Is your old desktop PC holding you back? After years of using a second-generation Intel Core i5 system with limited RAM, we finally decided it was time for an upgrade. Instead of spending hours researching compatible components and shopping across multiple stores, we opted for the PCBuilder Level Up Core Upgrade Kit, and the results were impressive.

This article will walk you through the entire PC upgrade process, discuss the hardware included in the kit, and explain why pre-configured upgrade bundles are becoming one of the easiest ways to modernize an aging computer.

Why We Needed to Upgrade Our Old PC

Earlier this year, we upgraded our desktop’s case to a sleek new Antec chassis. While the new case dramatically improved the appearance of our setup, it quickly exposed a bigger problem: the hardware inside was seriously outdated.

Our system was running:

• Intel Core i5 2nd Generation processor
• 8GB RAM
• Legacy office PC hardware
• Limited multitasking performance

For basic tasks, it worked reasonably well. But once we started opening multiple browser tabs, editing content, and juggling productivity applications, the system began to struggle. That’s when we decided to perform a complete platform upgrade.

The PCBuilder Level Up Core Upgrade Kit

One of the biggest challenges when building or upgrading a PC is ensuring compatibility between components. The PCBuilder Level Up Core Upgrade Kit eliminates that problem by bundling everything together in a pre-tested package.

What’s Included?

The kit arrived with:

• AMD Ryzen 5 3400G Processor
• ASUS Prime A520M-K Motherboard
• 16GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM (2x8GB)
• AMD Stock CPU Cooler
• I/O Shield
• Documentation and accessories

The best part? The CPU and RAM were already installed on the motherboard. This significantly reduces the risk of damaging delicate CPU pins or incorrectly installing memory modules, making it ideal for first-time PC builders. Additionally the full warranty is included for all components which makes it so much better than having different warranty dates on your purchased components.

Why Upgrade Kits Make Sense

After researching individual component prices, we discovered something interesting. To match the price of this upgrade kit, we would have needed to purchase components from multiple online stores and wait for separate deliveries. The upgrade bundle simplified the entire process by:

Saving Time

No need to compare dozens of component combinations.

Guaranteed Compatibility

Everything is tested and designed to work together.

Easier Installation

Most of the difficult assembly work is already done.

Full Manufacturer Warranty

Each component retains its original manufacturer warranty coverage. For beginners and experienced builders alike, that’s a huge advantage.

Additional Components Used

Alongside the upgrade kit, we also incorporated:

Antec VX100M Case

The upgraded chassis that became the foundation of the build.

Antec 550W Power Supply

A reliable PSU capable of supporting future upgrades.

Hiksemi Wave 256GB PCIe M.2 SSD

To ensure fast boot times and improved application performance, we installed a Hiksemi Wave PCIe Gen 3 M.2 SSD.

Installing the M.2 SSD

One of the easiest upgrades you can make today is moving to an M.2 SSD.

Unlike traditional SATA drives, M.2 drives:

• Install directly onto the motherboard
• Require no additional data cables
• Deliver significantly faster performance
• Improve boot and loading times

The installation process involved:

1. Locating the M.2 slot on the motherboard
2. Installing the M.2 standoff
3. Inserting the SSD at an angle
4. Securing it with the mounting screw

A quick tip: don’t overtighten PC screws. Apply just enough pressure to secure the component safely.

Installing the CPU Cooler

Since the AMD stock cooler came with pre-applied thermal paste, installation was incredibly simple. The process consisted of:

• Aligning the cooler with the mounting points
• Tightening screws in a cross pattern
• Connecting the CPU fan header

With that completed, the core hardware installation was finished.

Motherboard Installation

With the CPU Cooler installed, it was time to fit the motherboard into the case. Before mounting any motherboard, always verify:

• Standoff locations match your motherboard layout
• The I/O shield is properly installed
• Cable routing won’t interfere with installation

This is actually where we made our biggest mistake. Despite reminding viewers to check standoffs and cable management beforehand, we forgot to double-check our own setup and had to make adjustments before final installation. Lesson learned: always verify everything twice.

Ryzen 5 3400G Performance Overview

The centerpiece of the upgrade is the AMD Ryzen 5 3400G.

Key Specifications

• 4 Cores
• 8 Threads
• Up to 4.2GHz Boost Clock
• Integrated Radeon Graphics

The integrated graphics are particularly useful for users who don’t need a dedicated graphics card immediately. Compared to our old second-generation Intel system, the performance difference is substantial.

Everyday Benefits

The upgrade provides:

• Faster multitasking
• Better browser performance
• Improved content creation workflows
• Smoother general productivity
• Enhanced responsiveness

Whether you’re editing videos, working with multiple applications, or managing dozens of browser tabs, the system feels significantly faster.

The Importance of Dual-Channel RAM

The kit includes 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz memory configured in dual-channel mode. This matters because dual channel positively affect Ryzen processors, where they benefit greatly from higher memory bandwidth. For modern computing, 16GB remains an excellent sweet spot for most users.

Advantages include:

• Better gaming performance
• Faster application loading
• Improved multitasking
• Increased system responsiveness

Future Upgrade Potential

One feature we particularly appreciate is the AM4 platform. The ASUS A520M motherboard provides a clear upgrade path for future Ryzen processors, allowing additional performance upgrades down the road without replacing the entire platform. This adds long-term value and helps future-proof the system.

Final Thoughts: Was the Upgrade Worth It?

Absolutely. The PCBuilder Level Up Core Upgrade Kit transformed an aging desktop into a modern, responsive machine without the complexity that traditionally comes with PC upgrades. What stood out most was how accessible and beginner-friendly the experience felt from start to finish. With the CPU already installed, the RAM pre-installed, and all component compatibility taken care of, much of the uncertainty and technical guesswork normally associated with upgrading a PC was removed. The minimal assembly required meant the process was far less intimidating than building or upgrading a system from scratch, while still delivering excellent value for money.

Even with a few minor installation mistakes along the way, the overall experience remained straightforward and surprisingly enjoyable. Rather than becoming a frustrating troubleshooting exercise, the upgrade felt smooth and rewarding. If you’re still running older hardware and looking for a hassle-free way to breathe new life into your system, a pre-configured PC upgrade kit may be one of the smartest investments you can make.

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Following a massive R100k campaign finale, ASUS kicks off Q2 2026 with an innovative weekly “Bounty Campaign” providing young creative professionals with major cash prizes, global billboard exposure, and corporate recognition.

Johannesburg, South Africa, 3^rd June 2026- ASUS today officially announced the expansion of its revolutionary creative ecosystem, the ASUS ProArt Create League. Designed specifically to empower and elevate the next generation of digital artists, filmmakers, animators, and designers, the initiative has officially transitioned into its highly anticipated second phase for Q2 2026, introducing a rapid-fire dynamic known as the “Bounty Campaign.”

The ProArt Create League has already established itself as a premier destination for top-tier creative talent. In the opening months of 2026, the league’s foundational campaign concluded with massive success, awarding a single grand prize winner over R100,000 worth of premium hardware, software, and career-accelerating prizes. But as ASUS clarifies, that milestone was only the opening act.

Recognizing that thousands of young professionals and talented up-and-comers struggle to get their portfolios in front of decision-makers, ASUS is shifting its focus to continuous, hyper-accessible validation. The newly introduced Q2 Bounty Campaign turns the traditional, drawn-out competition structure on its head by delivering immediate, weekly professional incentives.

A message from the ASUS Team,“We don’t want creators to wait months for a single chance at recognition. The ProArt Create League is built to be a living, breathing launchpad. If you have the drive and the vision, ASUS has the platform, the hardware, and the spotlight ready for you right now.”

Every single week, a fresh creative prompt or “Bounty” will go live on the official ASUS ProArt website. Digital creators are invited to submit their best work responding to the brief. The benefits of participating stretch far beyond conventional competitions:

• Weekly Bounties & Financial Rewards: Multiple winners will be selected every seven days to receive immediate cash prizes, and creative assets to fuel their studio spaces.
• High-Impact Billboard Exposure: Selected winning artwork will move from digital portfolios straight to physical and digital billboards across major metropolitan areas, granting creators unparalleled public recognition.
• Global Brand Integration: Winning creators will have their profiles featured prominently on the global ASUS website, social channels, and media partner networks, validating them to potential international clients.

The campaign provides the perfect synchronization of top-of-the-line ecosystem support leveraging ASUS ProArt’s industry-standard color-accurate displays, immense processing laptops, and workstation components with raw, unvarnished human talent. For young professionals trying to break through an incredibly competitive digital landscape, this offers a direct line to corporate backing and household-name visibility.

The message from ASUS to the global creative community is clear: ASUS has just begun. So, what are you creators waiting for?

To view the current week’s creative bounty, review submission guidelines, or enter your work, visit the official hub at Link or follow the conversation via #ProArtCreateLeague.

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