GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Specs, Price, and Full Specifications Comparison of Best Gaming Laptops

GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)

Updated on: July 8, 2025

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Brand:
GIGABYTE
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Model:
AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH
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Graphics:
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
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RAM:
32GB DDR5-5600MHz
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Storage:
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
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Display:
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz
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Operating System:
Windows 11 Home
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Weight:
2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs
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Description

GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 is a top-tier gaming laptop perfect for Indian enthusiasts, blending power with smart AI features. It runs on the powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and NVIDIA's RTX 5070 GPU, ensuring exceptional gaming performance. The stunning 16-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS display with a super-fast 165Hz refresh rate delivers incredibly sharp and fluid visuals. With 32GB DDR5 RAM and a spacious 2TB SSD, it handles intense games and multitasking with ease. Boasting advanced WINDFORCE Infinity cooling, Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 5, and customizable RGB lighting, this laptop offers a premium and immersive gaming experience.
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Specification Details
Overview
Brand GIGABYTE
Model AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
RAM 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
Storage 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Display 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz
Operating System Windows 11 Home
Weight 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs
Color Gray Tide
Processor
CPU Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
Architecture Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra)
Cores 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)
Threads 24
Base Clock 2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core)
Max Turbo Boost Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)
Cache 36MB L3 Cache
TDP 55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU)
Additional Features Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing.
Display
Screen Size 16 inches (40.64 cm)
Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate 165Hz
Response Time 3ms
Panel Type IPS Display, Anti-Glare
Color Gamut 100% sRGB
Brightness 400 nits (typical)
Aspect Ratio 16:10
Additional Features G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm)
Graphics
GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
VRAM 8GB GDDR7
Architecture NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP 115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost)
Ray Tracing Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores
DLSS Support Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation
Additional Features NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only)
Memory
RAM Type DDR5
RAM Speed 5600MHz
Expandable Memory Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots)
Storage
Primary Storage 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Secondary Storage Options 1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot available (Total 2x M.2 slots), supports up to 4TB total storage.
RAID Support Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations.
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard.
RGB Customization 3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector).
Game Optimization GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling.
Performance
Cooling Technology 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 (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms)
Performance Modes Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available.
Benchmark Scores Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte.
Battery
Capacity 99Wh Battery Capacity
Backup Time Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop.
Charging Type Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support.
Power Adapter 240W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2)
Ethernet RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Bluetooth 5.4
Ports 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 3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover
Key Travel 1.7mm key travel
N-Key Rollover N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting
Touchpad Features Multi-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area
Audio
Speakers 2x 2W Speakers
Audio Enhancements Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones
Dedicated Audio Jack Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack)
Camera
Webcam FHD 1080p IR Camera
Enhancements Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in
Privacy Shutter No
Build & Design
Material Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo.
Color Options Gray Tide
RGB Lighting 3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector)
Dimensions 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
Advanced Cooling Yes (WINDFORCE Infinity with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins)
Software Windows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello.
Upgrade-Friendly Design 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
Power Adapter Yes, 240W AC Adapter
User Manual Yes
Warranty Card Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee
Additional Accessories None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories.
Launch Date
Release Date 2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025)
Status Available

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