The ASUS ROG GR70 is positioned as a compact gaming desktop that deviates significantly from traditional, smaller office-focused Mini-PCs. It utilizes high-end mobile hardware, featuring an RTX 5070 Laptop GPU and a slim vertical chassis with distinctive ROG lighting and paneling.
The unit’s design gives it the appearance of a small gaming desktop rather than a basic Mini-PC. The closest direct comparison reviewed is the MINISFORUM AtomMan G7 Pro, as both systems utilize RTX 5070 Laptop graphics.
In performance testing across various categories, the GR70 demonstrated superior results in CPU-heavy workloads, storage tests, AI tasks, Photoshop, Blender CPU, and multiple 3DMark runs. SPECviewperf showed a more mixed comparison with larger desktops like the NZXT H2 retaining an advantage in some workstation and heavier GPU tests.
The unit is notable for its internal components. It was configured with 64 GB of RAM; ASUS confirmed that the closest retail model is the GR70-N90066AN, which is available at $2,800 but ships with a 32 GB RAM configuration.
In general performance benchmarks, the GR70 scored highly in Cinebench, y-cruncher, Geekbench, PCMark 10, Procyon Office, Photoshop, Blender, HandBrake, and Procyon AI. These scores often placed the system near the top of the tested charts, frequently outperforming the AtomMan G7 Pro despite both sharing the same GPU class.
Storage performance was exceptional due to the inclusion of a Samsung PM9E1 PCIe Gen 5 SSD, achieving read speeds of 14,740.92 MB/s and write speeds of 13,516.52 MB/s in CrystalDiskMark. The system also achieved a high score of 3,130 in 3DMark Storage, indicating very fast large file transfers and project loading.
In gaming benchmarks, the GR70 performed strongly with an RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. It scored 13,711 in Time Spy (second overall), 35,310 in Fire Strike (second overall), and 76,706 in Night Raid (second overall). Across all three 3DMark tests, the GR70 outperformed the AtomMan G7 Pro. The unit also demonstrated stability with Speed Way Stress Test passing at 98.4% over 20 loops.
For gaming use, the system is assessed as suitable for both 1080p and 1440p play. Reported frame rates include an average of 172.28 FPS for Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p Medium and 128.1 FPS for PUBG at 1440p Highest.
Regarding design and usability, the GR70 possesses a polished ROG look with a vertical chassis that minimizes desk footprint. Physically, it has a dense, premium feel. Its I/O selection is robust, including front USB-C and USB-A ports, two rear HDMI 2.1 ports, two DisplayPort 2.1 ports, 2.5 GbE, and support for up to five displays.
The machine’s internal accessibility was reported as good for a slim unit; removing certain screws allows the side panel to pull away, exposing key components like the memory area and SSD heatsink.
The primary physical tradeoff is the large 330 W external power adapter required for operation, which must be managed on the desk setup. In terms of pricing, the retail GR70-N90066AN is confirmed at $2,800, though this contrasts with the review unit’s 64 GB RAM sample.
The ASUS ROG GR70 represents a strong option for users seeking high performance in a compact form factor. It delivers excellent CPU performance, strong graphics results, and highly functional I/O options, making it recommended if its price fits within a user’s budget.
Source: TechPowerUp