ASUS ROG G16

Product Overview The ASUS ROG Strix G16 G614PM-TS185W is a powerful 2025 gaming laptop built for competitive gaming, AAA titles, streaming, content creation and demanding professional workloads. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU , this ROG Strix G16 delivers the performance required for high-frame-rate gaming and graphically intensive applications. The RTX 5060 includes 8GB of GDDR7 graphics memory and supports advanced gaming technologies such as ray tracing and DLSS. Its 16-inch 2.5K WQXGA display features an exceptional 300Hz refresh rate , 3ms response time, G-SYNC support and 100% DCI-P3 colour coverage. This makes fast-moving games appear smoother while also providing accurate colour for video editing, design and content creation. With 16GB DDR5 memory, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, upgradeable RAM and dual M.2 storage support, the laptop provides a strong combination of speed, storage and future upgrade flexibility. Gaming Performance The AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor features: 16 CPU cores 32 processing threads Up to 5.3GHz boost speed 80MB combined cache High-performance architecture for gaming and multitasking This processor is suitable for high-refresh-rate gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D applications, software development and running demanding applications simultaneously. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU adds dedicated graphics performance for modern games and creative software. It supports hardware-accelerated ray tracing, AI-powered DLSS features and smooth high-frame-rate gaming. 16-Inch 2.5K 300Hz Gaming Display The ROG Strix G16 features a fast and detailed display designed for competitive gaming and immersive entertainment. Display highlights 16-inch screen 2560 × 1600 WQXGA resolution 16:10 aspect ratio IPS-level panel 300Hz refresh rate 3ms response time 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut G-SYNC technology Pantone Validated colour Anti-glare coating MUX Switch and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus The 300Hz refresh rate helps deliver smoother motion and faster visual feedback in competitive games such as esports shooters, racing games and fast-action titles. The 16:10 aspect ratio also provides more vertical workspace for browsing, editing timelines, documents and productivity applications. Fast DDR5 Memory and PCIe 4.0 Storage The laptop comes with 16GB DDR5 RAM for smooth gaming and multitasking. It includes two SO-DIMM slots and supports memory expansion up to 64GB. The 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides: Fast Windows startup Quick game loading Faster application launches Rapid file transfers Space for games, projects and media The laptop also supports two M.2 PCIe storage slots, allowing future storage expansion. Advanced Gaming Features MUX Switch The integrated MUX Switch allows the system to route graphics directly through the dedicated NVIDIA GPU when required. This can improve gaming performance and reduce graphics latency. NVIDIA Advanced Optimus Advanced Optimus automatically switches between integrated and dedicated graphics modes to balance gaming performance and battery efficiency. G-SYNC G-SYNC synchronizes the display refresh rate with the GPU output to help reduce screen tearing and stuttering during gameplay. RGB gaming keyboard The laptop includes a backlit Chiclet keyboard with 4-zone RGB lighting. The keyboard also includes a Copilot key and a precision touchpad. Connectivity The ASUS ROG Strix G16 provides a practical selection of high-speed ports for gaming accessories, displays, storage devices and wired networking. Ports 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2 × USB-C ports USB4 support on compatible USB-C port DisplayPort support HDMI 2.1 FRL RJ45 Ethernet LAN 3.5mm combo audio jack The wired RJ45 LAN port is useful for competitive gaming, while HDMI 2.1 and USB-C DisplayPort support allow connection to external monitors. Audio and Communication The laptop includes: Two-speaker system Smart Amp technology Dolby Atmos support Hi-Res audio certification for headphones AI noise-cancelling technology Built-in microphone array 1080p FHD camera The AI noise-cancelling microphone system helps reduce unwanted background noise during gaming chats, video meetings and streaming. Design and Build The ROG Strix G16 features an Eclipse Gray finish with a gaming-focused design. Its cooling-focused chassis is designed to support high-performance components during demanding workloads. The laptop is suitable for users who want a powerful desktop replacement that can also be transported between home, office, university or gaming events. Best For Competitive gamers The 300Hz display, 3ms response time, G-SYNC and RTX 5060 graphics are designed for fast-paced competitive gaming. AAA gaming The Ryzen 9 processor and RTX 5060 GPU provide the performance needed for modern games at high settings, depending on the game and configuration. Streamers The high-core-count processor, dedicated GPU and fast SSD make the laptop suitable for gaming streams, video recording and br