Are you a power user in need of a truly powerful mobile workstation that can handle even the most demanding tasks? Look no further than the TUXEDO Stellaris 17 - a High-end gaming Linux laptop that combines cutting-edge components with innovative cooling solutions to deliver uncompromising performance in a portable form factor.
TUXEDO Computers has launched Stellaris 17 gen 6 high-end gaming and workstation notebook, which puts the performance of an serious gaming desktop PC in a proportionally compact and comfortable to transport, high-quality enclosure.
In this detailed blog post, we will look into this magnificent Linux-powered Gaming Laptop's features, configuration and its price details.
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Introducing TUXEDO Stellaris 17 with RTX 4090 and Intel Core i9-14900HX
The TUXEDO Stellaris 17 is a high performance gaming and workstation laptop packed with powerful components.
It features the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card, capable of delivering exceptional performance for demanding games and applications. This GPU operates at up to 175 watts, ensuring smooth gameplay and rendering even with the most graphics-intensive titles.
Powering this machine is the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor, a cutting-edge CPU with 24 cores and 32 threads. This level of processing power allows for seamless multitasking, rapid data processing, and efficient handling of complex workloads, making the Stellaris 17 suitable for both gaming and professional use.
The laptop features a mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX switches, providing a tactile and responsive typing experience that is ideal for gaming and extended work sessions.
The 99 Wh battery ensures reliable and long-lasting operation, allowing you to stay productive or enjoy your favorite games without frequent recharges.
One of the standout features of the Stellaris 17 is its 17-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and a stunning 240 Hz refresh rate.
This combination ensures smooth motion rendering and an immersive visual experience, whether you're gaming, editing videos, or working with graphics-intensive applications.
Despite its powerful components and large display, the Stellaris 17 maintains a compact and portable design, encased in a high-quality chassis that is both durable and comfortable to carry.
This allows you to enjoy desktop-level performance in a mobile form factor, making it an excellent choice for professionals and gamers on the go.
Stellaris Gen6 Notebooks Overview
Stellaris 17 is just the first out of three new releases in this series. Get a preview and overview of all Stellaris Gen6 notebooks.
High-Performance Desktop Power in a Portable Premium Chassis
The incredible performance of the TUXEDO Stellaris 17 is made possible by the combination of top-tier components and an innovative cooling solution.
On the graphics front, the laptop features the latest NVIDIA RTX 40 series GPUs operating at their highest TGP (Thermal Design Power) levels, with the RTX 4060/70 reaching up to 140W and the RTX 4080/90 pushing up to an impressive 175W.
This ensures seamless performance and stunning visuals in even the most demanding games and creative applications.
Complementing the powerful graphics is Intel's flagship Core i9-14900HX processor, a high-end CPU capable of reaching up to 160W.
This level of processing power allows the Stellaris 17 to handle complex workloads and multitasking with ease, making it suitable for both gaming and professional use.
To keep these high-performance components running cool and stable, the Stellaris 17 features the most advanced cooling system ever implemented in a TUXEDO notebook.
This includes an optional, stationary water cooling solution called TUXEDO Aquaris, which allows the hardware to operate at its full potential without thermal throttling.
Despite its powerful internals and desktop-class performance, the Stellaris 17 maintains a remarkably compact and portable design.
With a height of just 27mm and a footprint of 382 x 273mm, it strikes an impressive balance between power and portability, weighing in at only 2.8kg. This makes the Stellaris 17 a true high-end desktop replacement in a portable format.
The laptop's premium chassis is constructed from high-quality materials, including aluminum for the display lid and bottom case, and rigid plastics for the base unit.
The surfaces feature a pleasant, largely fingerprint-resistant, rubberized Grip-Touch coating, providing a first-class haptic experience and exceptional build quality.
Inside the chassis, there is ample space to accommodate a mechanical keyboard, which offers a tactile and responsive typing experience, as well as the powerful cooling system capable of dissipating up to 230 watts of heat generated by the CPU and GPU.
Quiet yet Powerful: Exceptional Cooling with Air and Water Options
One of the key advantages of the Stellaris 17's slightly thicker chassis is its increased cooling capacity, which translates to either higher sustained performance or quieter operation compared to slimmer notebooks.
The laptop's impressive air cooling system consists of a 50mm fan, a large 60mm fan, and six heat pipes, allowing for a total thermal dissipation capacity of 230 watts (55W for the CPU and 175W for the GPU).
This powerful cooling solution ensures that the high-performance components can operate at their full potential without thermal throttling or excessive noise levels.
In addition to the capable air cooling system, the Stellaris 17 offers an optional, stationary water cooling solution called "TUXEDO Aquaris".
This external unit works in tandem with the laptop's air cooling to further enhance thermal management capabilities.
With the Aquaris water cooling system connected, the maximum power consumption can be increased to an impressive 275 watts (100W for the CPU and 175W for the GPU).
The Aquaris water cooling system operates by pumping distilled water through a small metal tube that sits atop the CPU's and graphics card's heat sinks.
The water absorbs heat from these components, channeling it out of the laptop and into the Aquaris unit, where it is cooled by a 120mm radiator and fan before being recirculated.
It's important to note that TUXEDO recommends emptying the water cooling tube and the Aquaris water tank before transporting the laptop, as the water cooling system is designed primarily for stationary work setups.
Connecting the Aquaris water cooling system to the Stellaris 17 is a straightforward process, thanks to the two magnetic, self-sealing ports located at the back of the notebook.
These ports allow for a secure and hassle-free connection, ensuring optimal cooling performance when the Aquaris is in use.
Flexible Keyboard Options and Long Battery Life
When it comes to the keyboard, the Stellaris 17 offers two distinct options to cater to different preferences.
For those seeking an unrivaled tactile experience, the premium mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX switches is an excellent choice.
These switches provide a satisfying, clicky feedback with each keystroke, delivering a typing experience that is favored by many enthusiasts and professionals. Please note that mechanical keyboards tend to produce a louder typing noise.
Alternatively, users can opt for a classic, quiet membrane keyboard. This option provides a more subdued typing experience, making it ideal for environments where noise levels need to be minimized, such as shared workspaces or late-night gaming sessions.
Powering the Stellaris 17 is a generous 99 Wh battery, which is the maximum capacity allowed for carrying a notebook on airplanes.
This large battery offers up to 10 hours of battery life when the laptop is idle and approximately 7 hours of usage for web browsing and office work, ensuring reliable all-day performance on the go.
Exceptional Display for Immersive Visuals
Where the Stellaris 17 truly shines is its display.
Featuring a 17.0-inch panel, it strikes the perfect balance between a large, immersive screen and a relatively compact chassis.
In fact, the laptop's footprint is only about 2 cm wider than typical 15.6-inch models, making it remarkably portable for its screen size.
The display boasts a 16:10 aspect ratio, which provides additional vertical screen space, enhancing productivity and improving the overall viewing experience.
With a brightness of approximately 380 nits, the Stellaris 17's display is suitable for outdoor use, ensuring visibility even in bright sunlight.
For gamers and multimedia enthusiasts, the display offers a remarkable 240 Hz refresh rate, enabling smooth and responsive visuals in even the fastest-paced games and action sequences.
Additionally, the inclusion of NVIDIA G-SYNC technology synchronizes the refresh rate with the GPU's rendered frames, resulting in buttery-smooth image transitions without screen tearing or stuttering.
Linux at Its Core with Flexible OS Options
Like all TUXEDO notebooks, the Stellaris 17 is designed with Linux compatibility at its core. This commitment to the open-source operating system is evident in the comprehensive Linux support provided by the company, including Linux-trained customer support staff, pre-installed drivers, and in-house developed software packages tailored for optimal performance on Linux systems.
One of the standout features of the Stellaris 17 is the inclusion of TUXEDO OS, the company's proprietary Linux distribution.
Based on the KDE plasma desktop, TUXEDO OS ensures a seamless and optimized Linux experience right out of the box. Alternatively, users can opt for one of the Ubuntu-based distributions (Ubuntu 22.04, Kubuntu 22.04 or Ubuntu Budgie 22.04) if preferred.
For added security and peace of mind, the Stellaris 17 offers the option of full hard disk encryption, protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access.
While Linux is the primary focus, the Stellaris 17 also caters to those who prefer the Windows ecosystem.
Upon request, the laptop can be pre-installed with Windows 11, providing users with the flexibility to choose their preferred operating system.
Pricing and Configuration Options
The base configuration of the Stellaris 17 includes the following:
- Intel Core i9-14900HX processor,
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card,
- A quiet membrane keyboard,
- 16 GB of 5600 MHz DDR5 RAM (2x 8 GB),
- A 500 GB Samsung 980 SSD,
- and TUXEDO OS pre-installed.
For German customers, this base configuration is priced at 2,099 EUR (including tax). For customers outside Europe, the price is approximately 1,764 EUR (excluding tax).
Of course, the Stellaris 17 offers numerous customization options, allowing users to tailor the specifications to their specific needs and budget, whether it's upgrading the GPU, increasing storage capacity, or opting for the mechanical keyboard.
Key Takeaways
- Powerhouse Performance: Equipped with up to NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPU (175W TGP) and Intel Core i9-14900HX CPU (24 cores, 32 threads), the Stellaris 17 delivers desktop-class performance in a portable form factor.
- Premium Mobile Workstation: Designed as a high-end desktop replacement, this laptop combines top-tier components with a compact yet robust aluminum chassis, making it ideal for demanding workloads on the go.
- Innovative Cooling Solutions: Boasting advanced air cooling with dual fans and heat pipes, plus an optional water cooling system (TUXEDO Aquaris) for even better thermal management.
- Keyboard Flexibility: Choose between a tactile mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX switches or a quieter membrane keyboard to suit your preference.
- Stunning Display: Immerse yourself in a 17" 16:10 display with 240Hz refresh rate, G-SYNC, and 380 nits brightness for smooth visuals and outdoor visibility.
- Linux-Powered Performance: Comes with full Linux support, including TUXEDO's in-house Linux distribution (TUXEDO OS) and Linux-trained customer support.
- Security-Focused: Option for full hard disk encryption to protect your data.
- Pricing: Base model starts at €2,099 (incl. tax in Germany) or €1,764 (excl. tax outside Europe), with customization options available.
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