High-stakes matches can be decided by split-second reflexes,so esports PCs need to be impeccably responsive to meet the demands of professionals. The Strix GL12CM ensures games run at top speed. Coffee Lake's extra cores help sustain smooth frame rates when you're streaming with software-based encoding or performing other background tasks while you play.
A striking design that slashes volume
Although the Strix GL12CM hits like a heavyweight,it moves like a middleweight. The 27-liter chassis is noticeably narrower and more compact than typical gaming PCs,making it easier to transport and fit wherever you need to play.
Hot to swap
The front face is covered by a removable magnetic panel modeled after a ninja's mask. Popping it off reveals the hot-swap SSD bay,a special addition for the esports event organizers who use desktops for their tournament machines. Games and player settings are typically stored on 2.5"SSDs that need to be swapped quickly when prepping for a match. The hot-swap bay lets secondary storage drives slide in and out in seconds,without tools or rebooting,making it perfect for busy tournament environments.
Fully connected with room to grow
A custom-built microATX motherboard provides the foundation for the GL12CM. It's black to match the rest of the stealthy motif,and the form factor strikes a good balance between compact dimensions and sufficient expansion. There are four DIMM slots with support for up to 64GB of overclocked DDR4-2800 memory,plus a quad-lane M.2 slot that supports NVMe SSDs and Optane caching. The chassis adds its own internal storage cage with dual bays that can hold 2.5"or 3.5"drives,plus one that's 2.5"-only.
Built for esports but fit for everyone
This ROG gaming desktop isn't just for esports pros. Its powerful hardware,good looks,and upgrade-friendly design are ideal for a wide variety of gamers,from regular players to amateur competitors to streaming stars.
