Designed for Shock & Awe

While most would prefer building their own desktop PC, Acer introduces the Aspire GX-281 for those who would prefer a hassle-free system that comes with pre-installed components at a set price. While RM5,499 isn’t something to laugh about, the Aspire GX-281 does a fine job in making it a well-rounded device with the help of AMD’s latest offerings: the AMD Ryzen 7 1700X alongside the AMD Radeon RX480.

Bounce in its Step

The result of the Aspire GX-281 was surprising; it breezed through various programs and most games with ease. Dota 2, Overwatch and PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds were running smoothly with 60 to 70 fps with barely any hiccups. Even keeping multiple programs open at once didn’t hinder its performance at the slightest. One downside of the Aspire GX-281 was its size; although only a mid-tower, it was larger as compared to others in the same size bracket. For those looking for overcompensation, this is the perfect one for you.

Great Value for Money

Considering the current market price of both the Ryzen 7 1700X and Radeon RX480 amounting to almost RM4,000, Acer Aspire gives you great value for money with the Aspire GX-281. That isn’t even including RAM cards, HDD and SSD storage and even the operating system. For RM5,499, the Aspire GX-281 is a good enough deal if you couldn’t be bothered with doing extensive research on building your own rig.

The Iconic “Bred” Colourway

Taking a page out of many other Taiwanese gaming companies, the Aspire-GX281 comes in an all-black base with red accents along its side ventilation panels and at the front, which glows when turned on. On a side note, its rather large footprint means the Aspire GX-281 requires more table space than most so you might want to make some space, especially if you don’t want it on the floor.