Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603vsAsus ROG Zephyrus G14

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ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603

Quick Stats

The performance of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603 is decent, but cut short by design issues.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603 has subpar build quality with peeling and chipping chassis issues reported.
The ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603's display is prone to peeling off along the edge due to design flaws.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603 boasts sleek design and impressive features.
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14
ROG Zephyrus G14

Quick Stats

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 delivers impressive and satisfactory performance for its class overall.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 has a sturdy and well-designed build with notable compactness as its major compromise.
The OLED display is a standout feature of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, with crisp visuals and excellent color accuracy.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 boasts an impressive feature set with OLED display and RTX 4070 graphics.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
#53
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
Winner
#52
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
#33
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
#23
Winner
Display
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
#194
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
#66
Winner
Performance
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
#23
Winner
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
#117
Build
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
#506
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
#462
Winner
Features
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
#277
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
#251
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
Asus ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 16000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-12900H
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Laptop, 120W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop, 125W)
1x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14

Strengths

Six-speaker system with two woofers produces great audio
73Wh battery life is decent, especially for OLED laptops
180W charger is compact and efficient
Productivity mixed use test yielded about 6 hours of battery life
HDMI 2.1, USB-A ports, headphone jack, and Micro SD card slot are all convenient features
Upgradeable Wi-Fi card and M.2 SSD slot make upgrading easy
Good ventilation design keeps the system cool

Weaknesses

USB-C4 ports have been known to be faulty in some units
90W GPU may not provide enough power for demanding games or applications
Keyboard backlighting is limited, with only a single LED lighting per key
Battery life drops significantly when gaming or using demanding apps
Upgradeable RAM is soldered on, making it difficult to upgrade in the future
No full-size SD card slot, which may be inconvenient for content creators
May not have the best battery life compared to other laptops in its class
Read Full Reviews

Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603

I'm disappointed to report that my experience with the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603 laptop has been marred by a significant aesthetic defect - peeling on the chassis within just 28 days of use. This is unacceptable, especially considering the device's premium price tag. In this review, I'll document my findings and attempt to debunk any potential misuse or human error that may have contributed to this issue.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is a sleek and powerful gaming laptop that seamlessly blends form and function. With its 14-inch OLED display and impressive specifications, it's designed to deliver smooth performance for both gamers and content creators. However, with compromises made on battery life and ports, it's essential to weigh the pros and cons before making a decision. In this review, we'll delve into the G14's strengths and weaknesses to help you determine if it's the right fit for your needs.

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