ASUS’ ROG Evangelion vary is a formidable lineup of PC {hardware} and elements that, in case you have sufficient cash to purchase all of it, can equipment you out with every little thing it’s good to construct a complete gaming PC. We’re speaking a couple of mouse, keyboard, headset, RTX 3080, energy provide, mouse pad, motherboard, cooler, gaming case, monitor and even an SSD case. Sure, ASUS even went so far as to create an EVA SSD case the place you may retailer your transportable storage gadget in fashion.
I initially got down to overview solely the ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 EVA motherboard. Nonetheless, after I instructed ASUS that I don’t produce other elements to make use of for the overview, the model determined to ship me every little thing. No actually, I’ve been tripping over bins and packaging for per week now as a result of sheer variety of ROG EVA elements in my home.
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However after spending a number of days rigorously wiring a PC case at nighttime due to loadshedding, I needed to completely showcase each element I’ve had the enjoyment of enjoying round with. It’s all the time thrilling to go from bins of elements to a completely workable PC.
This fashion you may as well get an excellent take a look at what ASUS has on provide with this superior Evangelion collaboration. Every little thing you see within the video both is at present out there or plans on releasing by the tip of the 12 months. You can even get non-EVA variations of this {hardware} throughout the vary so for those who see one thing you want however don’t need it in that color, you may go for the bottom variations with out the cool-looking mechs and neon color pallets.
ASUS ROG Delta S Headset EVA Version
Earlier than we get to the meaty PC elements, let’s cowl the equipment first. First off, now we have the Delta S headset. This 300-gram headset packs some fairly spectacular tech. You’ll get ASUS RGB Aura lighting, an energetic noise-cancelling microphone and a set of high-res ESS 9281 Quad DAC converters.
For many who don’t know, DAC stands for digital to analogue and gives lossless audio processing. The truth that there are 4 DAC converters on this headset implies that every frequency that comes into the headset is processed for the very best sound. That mixed with the noise-cancelling microphone means you’ll get a implausible expertise whether or not you’re taking pictures Hive on the Moon in Future or raging at your group in a aggressive recreation.
ASUS ROG KERIS Wi-fi Mouse EVA Version
The ROG Keris mouse is unquestionably one of the vibrant equipment I’ve seen. Its shiny purple shell stands out on my desk and even its charging wire is in contrast to something I’ve seen earlier than. Additionally it is fairly a powerhouse and weighs solely 79 grams. It comes full of a 16,000 dpi ROG sensor with a swappable change design that means you may simply change the facet buttons to different textures and stress switches that come within the field.
The mouse additionally comes with a swappable push-fit Change Socket Design so you may change the principle click on buttons with different power variations for those who choose extra suggestions. Or just swap them out to increase the lifespan of your mouse.
ASUS ROG Scabbard II Mouse Pad EVA Version
In terms of the Scabbard II mousepad, it’s busy. I normally choose a easy and clean mousepad however this one undoubtedly caught my eye. The Scabbard II encompasses a distinctive design with patterns scattered throughout the floor. The patterns symbolize a distinction between NERV and EVA. ASUS says it’s 1.5x smoother than most mousepads available on the market and additionally it is extremely skinny at solely 3mm.
The Scabbard II can also be fairly sturdy and is proof against water, oil and mud whereas additionally being anti-fray on the similar time. This particular model is 900 x 400mm. It seems to be superior with the Keris Mouse gliding round on the floor – simply saying.
ASUS ROG Strix Scope RX Keyboard EVA Version
Matching its mouse accomplice, the Strix Scope follows the Eva vary’s iconic purple and inexperienced design with its hanging outer shell. This optical-mechanical gaming keyboard packs Aura RGB in all the suitable locations and can also be IP57 waterproof and mud resistant. The highest of the keyboard is made with an alloy plate and it boasts a USB 2.0 passthrough.
The Strix Scope has some cool EVA design options. Not solely does the keyboard have a hanging purple shell but it surely packs some good decals on a handful of the keys too. The spacebar options an EVA mech that has been water transferred onto the plastic shell. The prolonged Cntrl key can also be embellished with print. The keyboard additionally comes with some cool clear caps which might be positioned over unique EVA RX switches. Within the field, you’ll discover some extra EVA-inspired caps you could swap round to customise your keyboard. These are simply swappable with the consists of key elimination software.
ASUS ROG Strix Arion SSD Case EVA Version
The final of the equipment come from the Arion SSD enclosure. This steel case packs a detachable faceplate that after taken off, can be utilized to put in an M.2 NVMe SSD. It comes with every little thing it’s good to set up the SSD too. It has a screwdriver-less design, included thermal pads and matches PCIe 2280, 2260, 2242 and 2230.
Relying in your SSD, the case helps USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 Sort C, Twin USB C to C and USB C to A due to its included cables. You may get speeds of as much as 10Gbps from the case all depending on SSD after all. It wouldn’t be an ASUS ROG gadget with out together with ASUS Aura Sync on it too. This implies you may sync up the RGB lighting to your PC so it might glow alongside all the opposite cool EVA {hardware}.
ASUS ROG Strix Helios Gaming Case EVA Version
The ROG Strix Helios gaming case is the right place to accommodate all the opposite EVA elements. This gargantuan case comes with a three-sided tempered glass design supported by an aluminium body. It comes with GPU braces to assist these extra-large graphics playing cards and consists of 420mm radiator assist. On the highest, the case comes with some nice port assist. There’s a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Sort C port, 4 USB 3.0 ports and audio jacks.
Placing the PC construct collectively was a variety of enjoyable. The case gives some good room for all of the EVA elements together with a translucent energy provide housing that completely reveals off the show on the Thor unit. There’s additionally a door-hinge design on the one facet that may be screwed closed as soon as all of the cables have been plugged in and put in.
The case additionally boasts some cool EVA artwork scattered throughout it. The entrance has an EVA-01 decal that lights up. This compliments the large #1 on the within and the EVA-01 signal on the GPU braces. The case additionally comes with purple and inexperienced finishes. That is discovered on the hand straps, nook surfaces and even on the backside of the case. ASUS has even included purple and inexperienced plates for the PCIe grates.
ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Motherboard EVA Version
The guts and thoughts of this PC construct are due to the ROG Maximus Z690 Hero motherboard. It has additionally been designed with inspiration from the EVA-01 and likewise options purple and inexperienced designs scattered across the {hardware}. In terms of the specs, it boasts 4 DDR5 slots, assist for the newest Intel LGA 1700 chipsets, three M.2 slots and comes with a further ROG Hyper Card M.2 Card that may be put in onto the motherboard for those who plan on utilizing it.
The Maximus Z690 Hero additionally packs additional heatsinks discovered close to the M.2 slots and by the chipsets. This helps present additional cooling and warmth dissipation. In terms of the lighting, the board encompasses a new Polymo Lighting show that packs two RGB patterns that may be swapped round. That is then linked to the ASUS Aura sync that means you may change the color of the board on the similar time. It affords a novel fashion that you simply gained’t see anyplace else.
ASUS ROG Ryujin II 360 Cooler EVA Version
Whereas the motherboard is strictly EVA-01 impressed, the Ryunin II cooler takes inspiration from NERV. It options NERV ARGB followers that complement the gunmetal pump outer shell design. The pump is constructed from a 9-piece mechanism that packs airflow vents, a gasket, and a excessive circulate price impeller and is all connected to a 3.5-inch full-colour LCD.
This LCD is absolutely customizable and might monitor the fan velocity, and temperature or simply showcase a cool piece of artwork you will have round. Utilizing the armoury crate software program, you may tweak every little thing to your liking.
ASUS ROG Strix RTX 3080 OC EVA Version
The NVIDIA RTX 3080 is already a chunky and attention-grabbing GPU however ASUS has taken it to a brand new stage with the EVA version. It packs a novel EVA-01 cowl on the highest and a full purple backplate. The followers are black and have NERV and EVA-01 stickers and the outer plastic packs a purple and inexperienced striped structure.
These followers are a part of ASUS’ Axial-Tech design. This implies the followers boast extra fins throughout extra floor space. The center fan has 13 fins whereas the outer two pack 11. This enhances the cooling in the course of the GPU the place the warmth spreader is positioned.
It goes with out saying that this RTX 3080 is a beastly card and packs 12GB of GDDR6X RAM. There’s additionally a cool Aura Sync lighting characteristic on the outer facet of the cardboard that lights up the complete floor of the GPU.
ASUS ROG Thor 1000W Platinum Energy Provide EVA Version
To energy this PC you’ll want a hefty energy provide and ASUS has the right one. Often, energy provides are boring steel bins with wires protruding of them however ASUS has designed the ROG Thor 1000w to comply with the trendy EVA fashion sheet. That is seen within the NERV paintings discovered on the facet of the unit.
It comes with a light-up ROG brand and crystal edge that may sync to your system’s lighting. It additionally packs a wattage show that reveals you what your PC is at present utilizing. The modular design additionally makes it straightforward to put in as you may simply simply wire issues to your liking and solely plug in cables you’ll want in your system
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQM Monitor EVA Version
Lastly, now we have the horny 27-inch Strix monitor. This show packs some nice specs together with a WQHD panel with DisplayHDR 400. It comes with a 144Hz refresh price which is overclockable to 270Hz. You’ll additionally get 97% DCI-P3 color house. It’s a gaming dream.
However past the specs, this monitor can also be extremely trendy due to its EVA design. If something, that is probably the most EVA product within the vary so for those who’re seeking to decide one factor up be certain it’s this. Proper from the purple and inexperienced stand to the hanging accents on the again casing, it’s so distinctive and appears implausible on show. You’ll need to rotate this monitor again to entrance once you’re not utilizing it simply so you may take a look at it. It additionally comes with all of the ports you want together with audio out, 2 Show 1.4 ports, 2 HDMI 2.0 ports and a pair of USB 3.2 ports.
So there you will have it. The whole ASUS ROG EVA vary. I completely had one of the best time engaged on this undertaking. Every little thing labored so nicely collectively and you’ll undoubtedly really feel the ASUS ROG ecosystem working right here once you mix all of the merchandise collectively. My solely situation and I had one downside. The CPU cable was too quick for the case. It doesn’t matter what I did, I couldn’t get it to run neatly together with the remainder of the cables due to the size. You’ll need to decide up an extended cable as a result of having this one working throughout the again isn’t straightforward on the eyes.
Enormous due to ASUS for sending all of those merchandise my method to play with. Due to my cat too for being so affected person whereas I destroyed the workplace with bins and wired whereas I constructed this PC. You’re a champ. It was not solely a studying expertise but in addition simply very thrilling to see and play with.
