In a growing trend to optimize the user experience, tech companies have formed a habit of creating accompanying software that augments the use of their products. ASUS, one of the more popular laptop developers, introduced Armoury Crate as an all-in-one device manager and optimizer.
To this end, we've compiled a guide on all this app has to offer and its must-use features.
1. The Device Management Tab
ASUS is one of the most reliable laptop brands actively contributing to the market. This is largely because of support software for its devices, like the device management tab in Armoury Crate.
The Device Management tab in Armoury crate allows you to keep track of your ASUS devices. It comes with something incredibly useful features for those operating ASUS laptops.
Furthermore, if you use an ASUS mouse or keyboard, you can modify device settings. This includes changing your mouse DPI, polling rate, and more from a single application.
Here’s a brief overview of some of the subsections in the device management tab.
Memory Section
The Memory sub-menu acts similarly to task-manager. It shows applications and processes alongside the amount of memory they engage with.
From this menu, you can properly manage your memory usage and ensure that essential applications run without competing for resources.
The memory sections work for all ASUS laptops, including the ASUS Mothership GZ700GX, ASUS’s 2-in-1 gaming laptop.
GPU Power Saving
The GPU Power Saving section was designed to help extend battery life. It helps you monitor processes using either the integrated or dedicated Graphics processor. GPU Power Saving comes with three modes. Standard balances battery life and performance (essentially the Windows balanced setting).
Eco Mode sacrifices gaming performance for extended battery life. This mode is one way to save power while still using all your devices.
Finally, optimized switches between standard and Eco Mode depending on the situation for the best results.
Lighting
The lighting menu is a compact version of Aura Sync. Here you can change simple laptop lighting settings.
Your preferences apply to any segment of your ASUS laptop that lights up. While the settings here are helpful, Aura Sync is more impressive and versatile.
Thankfully, the lighting section has a button that leads you to Aura Creator for better fine-tuning.
Audio Processing
ASUS devices armed with updated drivers have a handy AI Noise canceling feature. The audio tab allows you to customize the strength of this feature.
From here, you can also choose your input and output devices. This serves to enhance the social aspect of your gaming experience.
Resource Monitor
The Resource Monitor provides a wealth of useful information about your computer. You can check core temperatures, operating frequencies, and much more.
In addition, you can customize the window to view performance within a specified timeframe and save any readings by pressing the record button.
If you’re concerned about system performance, you’ll find this section incredibly helpful.
2. Aura Sync
Aesthetics are just as important as performance. ASUS seems to understand this and provided the Aura Sync feature for users that run an ASUS ecosystem.
In any case, ASUS Aura sync has two sub-menus.
Sync Devices
From here, you can sync light effects across the ASUS ecosystem. This setting forces the lighting on your devices to operate under the same frequency.
Aura Sync even has a performance mode for smoother lighting effects. It shows a list of available ASUS devices connected to your computer.
All you need to do is check the devices you want to sync and move to the Aura effect menu.
Aura Effects
Some of these lighting effects are common among back-lit devices. Most are self-explanatory, and you can cycle between desired effects at will.
One of the more interesting additions here is the music effect. It works with system sound to match the lighting on your devices to any song playing in the background.
These effects create excellent mood lighting and can tie your gaming room together. The dark mode also helps if you want to give your eyes a break.
3. GameVisual
The GameVisual studio empowers you to control what you see when working on your computer. It is compatible with ASUS laptop screens and monitors.
ASUS GameVisual comes with eight display settings. Some are geared towards gaming, like the RPG/RTS and FPS settings.
Other settings enhance your viewing experiences, like the cinema or vivid settings. Try experimenting with these different settings until you find a comfortable one.
It is important to note that this sub-menu becomes unavailable when your computer is hooked up to an external display that isn’t ASUS-affiliated.
4. Game Library
Armoury Crate was also designed with gamers in mind. The Game Library feature combs your device and conveniently organizes the games it finds.
This library comes incredibly handy when you have a long list of games installed. Armoury crate allows you to launch any of these titles with the click of a button.
You can edit the game covers with custom images, edit the game information, and much more.
5. Scenario Profile
The scenario profile feature works wonders when used correctly. What exactly does this feature allow you to do?
Well, it lets you create profiles known as scenarios. These scenarios are typically created to accommodate the launch of particular applications.
For instance, you can create a scenario profile for First-Person Shooter games. Then, you have the ability to tweak a long list of settings within this scenario.
Aura Sync is pretty nifty as it can be customized to fit specific games. You can even tweak visual and audio settings and fan speed to match a set of tasking games.
Creating a scenario is the first step. Next, you can associate any game of choice with a scenario.
Your created scenario will automatically take effect whenever you launch any linked games on the profile list.
Dedicated gamers are sure to find great use in this feature. Armoury Crate can even clear your device cache whenever you launch a game associated with a scenario.
6. Featured Section
The featured section is ASUS’s way of bringing the best deals to its users. It has a few handy subsections.
Game Deals
This section provides a list of games that are on sale. ASUS keeps track of incredible game purchasing deals and conveniently packages them for its customers.
The possible deals span across different genres and hundreds of titles. As such, you can watch for the best deals on some of your favorite games.
Content Platform
A section within Armoury Crate was created for dedicated ASUS fans. Here, you can stay up-to-date on all things ASUS.
Featured pieces include exposes on new gear, software, and more.
Recommended
The recommended section provides a list of applications Armoury Crate feels will work well with your ASUS device.
Some of these are ASUS applications. However, the list may also include third-party programs like BlueStacks.
7. News Section
The News section allows gamers to keep up with topics of interest. Interestingly, each news piece can be opened within the app.
This is because ASUS Armoury Crate comes with an integrated browser created specifically for information placed on the platform. This browser can also play high-quality YouTube videos at 60 frames per second.
Some recommended YouTube videos point to the ASUS channel, where it discusses upcoming tech and what to expect.
All in all, these feature segments are great, especially when trying to pass the time.
8. Home Screen
The Home Screen is the first page you see when you Launch Armoury Crate. It includes a live playback of your system performance and features from other sections. As such, it's a great place to start if the other Armoury Crate features seem intimidating. You can monitor your system temperatures, operating frequencies, and memory usage here.
You can also quickly tweak settings if you do not have the time to create a scenario for specific applications.
One of the cooler options here is the ability to shut down the Windows key. Such a small change can help you avoid accidental presses in the heat in an intense gaming or work session.
The PC Companion That Can Do It All
So there you have it. It helps to know how to get the best performance from your system, and as an ASUS user, you need to be made aware of this program.
Armoury Crate’s long list of features may seem intimidating initially. However, you’ll never look at your ASUS devices the same way after familiarizing yourself with all Armoury Crate offers.
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