Asus ASMobile Z84Jp

NotebookReview has a review of the Asus ASMobile Z84Jp and writes:

"As far as build quality goes, the Z84Jp is quite solid, and is better built than a typical mainstream notebook by a noticeable amount. What I mean when I say “better built” is that the Z84Jp feels more solid than a typical consumer-grade notebook from a mainstream manufacturer – it is constructed in such a way that it feels like one solid piece and reacts as such. When picked up, the Z84Jp doesn't make any creaking sounds, nor does it feel like there are any parts/panels that are weaker than others. The palmrests and the area around the keyboard feel solid; hard pressure will yield some flexing but largely there is none and under normal usage flex is nonexistent. The chassis itself proved to be inflexible and solid as a board when I tried to flex it. I am impressed by the build quality, although the plastic itself does not have the highest-quality feel to it. Don't get me wrong – it is strong and rather thick, but the feel isn't quite top notch in my opinion. Also note that the Z84Jp is constructed entirely of plastic – no aluminum or other alloys. This is not a negative in my opinion and was probably done as a cost reduction measure."

"The Z84Jp features a large 17” display with a WSXGA+ (1680x1050 pixels) resolution and a “Color Shine” glossy coating. How does it look? Simply put, it's gorgeous. It has more than enough brightness for all tasks; it even looks amply lit in a sunlight room. It is not too bright – I was not squinting or shielding my eyes. The display has 15 brightness settings; the lowest one turns the screen off. I found 7/15 and up to be usable during the daytime, and even lower ones are fine in darker rooms.

Contrast is equally as good as the brightness – blacks are deep and white is white and is not tinted. This display does not suffer from a sparkling effect like some notebooks do. Colors literally flow out of this screen, and high definition images and video look stunning.

Viewing angles are excellent; images are not distorted from above or to the side; when viewed from below, the display does appear darker like most displays, but the colors are kept basically intact."