ASUS ROG Strix G16 (RTX 5070 & Intel i9 14th Gen) GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
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| Overview | ||
| Brand | ||
| ASUS | GIGABYTE | |
| Model | ||
| ROG Strix G16 (2025) (e.g., G615JXR or similar G615 series) | AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH | |
| Graphics | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
| RTX 5070 Laptops | ||
| RAM | ||
| 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | |
| 32GB Laptops | ||
| Storage | ||
| 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| 1TB Laptops | 2TB Laptops | ||
| Display | ||
| 16-inch FHD+ 16:10 (1920 x 1200) IPS-level, 165Hz, 3ms | 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz | |
| Operating System | ||
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | |
| Weight | ||
| 2.65 kg or 5.84 lbs | 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs | |
| Color | ||
| Eclipse Gray | Gray Tide | |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | ||
| Intel Core i9 Processor 14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) | |
| Intel Core i9 Laptops | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops | ||
| Architecture | ||
| Raptor Lake (14th Gen) | Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra) | |
| Cores | ||
| 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores) | 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores) | |
| Threads | ||
| 32.0 | 24.0 | |
| Base Clock | ||
| 2.2 GHz (P-cores base), 1.6 GHz (E-cores base) | 2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core) | |
| Max Turbo Boost | ||
| Up to 5.8 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency) | Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency) | |
| Cache | ||
| 36MB L3 Cache | 36MB L3 Cache | |
| TDP | ||
| 65W (Processor Base Power, Max Turbo Power up to 157W, Total System Power up to 175W CPU+GPU in Manual mode for higher TGP GPUs) | 55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU) | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Intel AI Engine for AI-Powered computing experience, Copilot Key integrated in keyboard. | Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing. | |
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | ||
| 16 inches | 16 inches (40.64 cm) | |
| Resolution | ||
| 1920 x 1200 (FHD+ WUXGA) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | |
| Refresh Rate | ||
| 165Hz | 165Hz | |
| Response Time | ||
| 3ms (G2G) | 3ms | |
| Panel Type | ||
| IPS-level, Anti-glare display | IPS Display, Anti-Glare | |
| Color Gamut | ||
| 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB | |
| Brightness | ||
| 300 nits | 400 nits (typical) | |
| Aspect Ratio | ||
| 16:10 | 16:10 | |
| Additional Features | ||
| G-Sync, MUX Switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, Support Dolby Vision HDR | G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm) | |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
| VRAM | ||
| 8GB GDDR7 | 8GB GDDR7 | |
| Architecture | ||
| NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | |
| TGP | ||
| 115W (ROG Boost: 1475MHz at 115W (1425MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC, 100W+15W Dynamic Boost)) | 115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost) | |
| Ray Tracing | ||
| Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | |
| DLSS Support | ||
| Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, Max-Q technologies, powers advanced AI with 798 AI TOPS. | NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only) | |
| Memory | ||
| RAM Type | ||
| DDR5 | DDR5 | |
| RAM Speed | ||
| 5600MHz | 5600MHz | |
| Expandable Memory | ||
| Yes, up to 64GB (2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, supports dual channel memory technology) | Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots) | |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage | ||
| 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| Secondary Storage Options | ||
| 1 additional M.2 PCIe slot available (2 total M.2 PCIe slots) | 1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot available (Total 2x M.2 slots), supports up to 4TB total storage. | |
| RAID Support | ||
| Yes, supports manual setup PCIe NVME RAID 0 (on models with two slots) | Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations. | |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Dedicated Gaming Keys | ||
| Yes (dedicated hotkeys for volume, mic mute, Armoury Crate) | Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard. | |
| RGB Customization | ||
| Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 4-Zone RGB, Aura Sync | 3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector). | |
| Game Optimization | ||
| Armoury Crate, Scenario Profiles | GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling. | |
| Performance | ||
| Cooling Technology | ||
| ROG Intelligent Cooling, End-to-end Vapor Chamber, Sandwiched heatsink design, Tri-Fan Technology, Conductonaut Extreme Liquid Metal (on CPU & GPU), Full-Surround Vents, Full-Width Heatsink, CoolZone keyboard, Dust Filter, 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans, 7 comprehensive heatpipes | WINDFORCE Infinity (Dual 84-blade Fans, 5x High-coverage Heat Pipes, 0.1mm Thin Fins, 3D VortX Air-Channeling with 4-way outlets, Keyboard & D-cover Inlets, Icy Touch Design, 0dB Ambient Experience via GiMATE) | |
| Overclocking Support | ||
| Yes (via Manual mode in Armoury Crate) | Yes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms) | |
| Performance Modes | ||
| Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual (via Armoury Crate) | Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available. | |
| Benchmark Scores | ||
| Not explicitly specified in official documentation, varies by test | Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte. | |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | ||
| 90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion | 99Wh Battery Capacity | |
| Backup Time | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but good for a powerful gaming laptop. | Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop. | |
| Charging Type | ||
| Standard Charging, Rapid Type-C Charging (0-50% in 30 minutes), USB-C Power Delivery (Min: 45W, Max: 100W) | Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support. | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| 280W AC Adapter | 240W AC Adapter | |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | ||
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2 | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2) | |
| Ethernet | ||
| 2.5G LAN (RJ45 port) | RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | |
| Bluetooth | ||
| 5.4 | 5.4 | |
| Ports | ||
| 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery (40Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC (10Gbps), 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x RJ45 LAN port, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack | 1x Thunderbolt™ 5 (Type C, DP 2.1 and PD 3.0), 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x Power-adapter port | |
| Keyboard & Touchpad | ||
| Keyboard Type | ||
| Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 4-Zone RGB | 3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover | |
| Key Travel | ||
| Not explicitly specified, but typical for ROG laptops | 1.7mm key travel | |
| N-Key Rollover | ||
| Not explicitly specified | N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting | |
| Touchpad Features | ||
| Precision Touchpad, With Copilot key | Multi-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area | |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | ||
| 2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology | 2x 2W Speakers | |
| Audio Enhancements | ||
| AI noise-canceling technology, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification (for headphone), Built-in array microphone, 5.1.2 Channel Virtual Surround Sound | Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones | |
| Dedicated Audio Jack | ||
| Yes (3.5mm Combo Audio Jack) | Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack) | |
| Camera | ||
| Webcam | ||
| 1080P FHD IR Camera | FHD 1080p IR Camera | |
| Enhancements | ||
| Windows Hello support | Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in | |
| Privacy Shutter | ||
| Yes (though some models omit physical shutters, IR cameras often have software/e-shutters) | No | |
| Build & Design | ||
| Material | ||
| Plastic chassis (Eclipse Gray) | Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo. | |
| Color Options | ||
| Eclipse Gray | Gray Tide | |
| RGB Lighting | ||
| 4-Zone RGB keyboard, Aura Sync Light Bar | 3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector) | |
| Dimensions | ||
| 35.4 x 26.8 x 2.28 ~ 3.08 cm (13.94 x 10.55 x 0.90 ~ 1.21 inches) | 26 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D) / 1.02 x 14.05 x 10 inches | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area. | ||
| Special Features | ||
| Virtual Reality Ready | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Advanced Cooling | ||
| Yes (Vapor Chamber, Tri-Fan, Liquid Metal) | Yes (WINDFORCE Infinity with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins) | |
| Software | ||
| Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), McAfee (1 year), Xbox Game Pass for PC (3 months) | Windows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello. | |
| Upgrade-Friendly Design | ||
| Tool-less access for RAM and SSD | Expandable RAM (up to 64GB), Dual-slot PCIe 4.0 SSDs (up to 4TB). | |
| AI PC Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU, GIGABYTE GiMATE AI Agent, Embedded LLM for AI tasks. | ||
| Box Contents | ||
| Laptop | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| Yes, 280W AC Adapter | Yes, 240W AC Adapter | |
| User Manual | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Warranty Card | ||
| Yes, 1 Year Onsite Warranty (may vary by region) | Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee | |
| Additional Accessories | ||
| Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), McAfee (1 year), Xbox Game Pass for PC (3 months), ROG backpack (may be included with some retailers) | None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories. | |
| Launch Date | ||
| Release Date | ||
| June 2025 (as per current market listings) | 2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025) | |
| Status | ||
| Available | Available | |
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