EVGA SC17

relatively thin for a notebook with GTX 1070 graphics ; sleek and very strong chassis design ; 4K UHD matte w/ full sRGB coverage ; overclockable CPU and GPU

barebones; few hardware options and connectivity features ; moderate ghosting when gaming; slow response times ; only 2x internal storage bays; no RAID ; system fans are always active ; touchpad with poor feedback ; no dedicated auxiliary keys ; short...

The original SC17 with GTX 980M stood out for its focus on overclocking while providing a very solid platform that's much more portable than an equivalent GT72, G752, or Clevo barebone. Now that most major gaming manufacturers have updated their...

very dense base and rigid lid; excellent quality and refined workmanship ; Excellent performance, no throttling under stock speeds ; bright display backlight; complete sRGB coverage ; Excellent keyboard with good travel and feedback ; easy overclocking...

slight backlight bleeding; slight graininess from matte panel ; no G-Sync for native display; no touchscreen options ; only 2x internal storage bays; no RAID options yet ; fans never idle and tend to pulsate when gaming ; only 2x USB 3.0 Type-A ports;...

The SC17 is an almost perfect foundation for EVGA to improve upon and build additional sizes and SKUs if the manufacturer wishes to expand its lineup. The quality, design, and performance of the notebook are everything Razer and Aorus are striving for,...