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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR vs ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (2026) FA401EA
Product A: ASUS
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
96 of 179 known
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405AR
Lenovo Legion 5a (15", Gen 11) 15AGP11
Lenovo LOQ Essential 15ARP10E 83S000CRIN
Lenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 11) 15AHP11
HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2025, 14-fb1)
Lenovo Legion 5i (15", Gen 11) 15IAX11
Razer Blade 16 (2026) RTX 5080, 32 GB
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
Razer Blade 14 (2025) RTX 5060, 16 GB
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UMI
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) GA403WR
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Lenovo Legion 5a (15", Gen 11) 15AGP11
Lenovo LOQ Essential 15ARP10E 83S000CRIN
Lenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 11) 15AHP11
HP OMEN Transcend 14 (2025, 14-fb1)
Lenovo Legion 5i (15", Gen 11) 15IAX11
Razer Blade 16 (2026) RTX 5080, 32 GB
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
Razer Blade 14 (2025) RTX 5060, 16 GB
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UMI
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) GA403WRProduct B: ASUS
87 of 179 known
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405AR
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2026) FX608LPG
Lenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11
HP HyperX OMEN MAX 16 (2026, 16-ah1932nr)
Lenovo Legion 5i (15", Gen 11) 15IAX11
Razer Blade 18 (2026) RTX 5070 Ti, 32 GB
Lenovo LOQ Essential 15ARP10E 83S000CRIN
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UMI
Lenovo Legion 5a (15", Gen 11) 15AGP11
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 11) 15AHP11
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026, 15-gb0261nr)
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405AR
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2026) FX608LPG
Lenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11
HP HyperX OMEN MAX 16 (2026, 16-ah1932nr)
Lenovo Legion 5i (15", Gen 11) 15IAX11
Razer Blade 18 (2026) RTX 5070 Ti, 32 GB
Lenovo LOQ Essential 15ARP10E 83S000CRIN
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UMI
Lenovo Legion 5a (15", Gen 11) 15AGP11
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 11) 15AHP11
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026, 15-gb0261nr)74 of 171 fields differ
- 35 different values
- 39 known for one only
- 32 the same
- 65 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 220 laptops.
- BatteryA: 90WhB: 73WhROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR is 17 Wh higher.
Weight
0 to 3 kg
Weight (published)
A1.95kg
B1.48kg
All 179 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
GU606AR-XB96, 90NR0PC1-M006M0, 90NR0PC1-M007U01Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026Exact public US serialized maker records skuName GU606AR-XB96, partNo 90NR0PC1-M006M0 and 90NR0PC1-M007U0, both 386H/5070 Ti/32 GB/1 TB/Pro. Parsed only literal object data and static serialized property assignments, never executed the publisher script. Other SKU records excluded.
FA401EA-DS96, 90NR0PM1-M000M05Retailer pageavadirect.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-A14-2026-FA401EA-DS96-14-2-5K-WQXGA-165Hz-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-392-AMD-Radeon-8060S-Graphics-Laptop/Configure/20169060Read 5 October 2026Factory barebone row explicitly FA401EA-DS96, 90NR0PM1-M000M0, Max+ 392, 32 GB onboard LPDDR5X, preinstalled 1 TB Gen4 SSD and Windows Home. Optional retailer SSD/OS customizations are excluded.7Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/asus-tuf-a14-w2-5k-165hz-gaming-laptop-copilot-pc-amd-ryzen-ai-max-392-with-32gb-ram-1tb-ssd-jaegar-gray/JJGHGPF8RGRead 5 October 2026
Announced
Status
Available2Press releaseglobenewswire.com/news-release/2026/05/22/3300228/0/en/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-and-g16-arrive-in-the-us-with-intel-core-ultra-series-3-and-rtx-50-series.htmlRead 7 October 2026Maker US available-now release explicitly says purchases start May 22, 2026 and includes exact White RTX 5070 Ti MSRP 3699.99 configuration. Later out-of-stock or Coming Soon retailer/producer cards do not reverse the commercial launch status.9Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/831249/asus-rog-zephyrus-g16-gu606ar-xb96.htmlRead 7 October 2026Current exact factory XB96 new-product page accepts pre-orders. Manufacturer explicitly began US purchases May 22, 2026, so lifecycle is commercially released, not a claim every seller currently has physical stock. MobileAdvance out of stock and maker template ComingSoon text are preserved as current stock limitations. No discontinued/cancelled declaration found. Current maker structured offer names part 90NR0PC1-M006M0 with active price/offer.
Predecessor
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605CR-XS9710Reviewultrabookreview.com/75392-asus-rog-zephyrus-g16-gu606-reviewRead 7 October 2026Ultrabookreview calls the 2026 Zephyrus G16 GU606 an update of last year's G16 GU605.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Jaeger Gray9Retailer pagexoticpc.com/products/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-fa401ea-ds96Read 7 October 2026Exact factory DS96 technical specifications Color: Jaeger Gray. Maker FA401EA Indonesia product card confirms this maker color name, not a retailer invented shade. Regional memory specification is not copied.10Maker product pageasus.com/id/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401eaRead 7 October 2026FA401EA product card Jaeger Gray. Used only to confirm maker color spelling for DS96 retailer. Indonesian 8533 RAM and bundle are not imported.
Segment
Chassis
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Dimensions
Width354Depth246Thickness (min)14.9Thickness (max)17.9mm(13.9 × 9.7 × 0.6 to 0.7 in)1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026Current exact matrix 354 x 246 x 14.9-17.9 mm. May launch table has older maximum 16.4 mm, current specification takes precedence.
Width311Depth227Thickness (min)16.9Thickness (max)19.9mm(12.2 × 8.9 × 0.7 to 0.8 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspecRead 5 October 2026Published metric 31.1 x 22.7 x 1.69–1.99 cm, converted exactly to mm. Overview 1.69 mm wording is a unit typo and is not used.
Weight (published)
Lid material
Bottom material
Max hinge angle
Not available
MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
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Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
188.7ppi
215.6ppi
Panel type
Backlight
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Dimming zones
Not available
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Panel part number
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Touchscreen
Stylus
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Refresh rate modes
AASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2560 | 1600 | 240 | Yes |
BASUS TUF Gaming A14 (2026) FA401EA
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2560 | 1600 | 165 | Yes |
Max refresh rate
240Hz
165Hz
Adaptive sync
Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
Not available
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Native panel colour depth
Not available
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)
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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
1,100nits2Press releaseglobenewswire.com/news-release/2026/05/22/3300228/0/en/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-and-g16-arrive-in-the-us-with-intel-core-ultra-series-3-and-rtx-50-series.htmlRead 7 October 20263Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026Read 7 October 20261100 nits is a maker bare-panel peak claim. Integration and calibration may change actual laptop brightness.
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sRGB coverage (claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
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Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)
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HDR certification
DisplayHDR True Black 10002Press releaseglobenewswire.com/news-release/2026/05/22/3300228/0/en/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-and-g16-arrive-in-the-us-with-intel-core-ultra-series-3-and-rtx-50-series.htmlRead 7 October 2026
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Factory calibrated
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Second display
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Core configuration
AASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 4 | 2.1 | 4.9 |
| Efficiency | 8 | 1.6 | 3.7 |
| Low-power efficiency | 4 | 1.6 | 3.5 |
BASUS TUF Gaming A14 (2026) FA401EA
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zen 5 | 12 | 3.2 | 5 |
CPU cores
16
12
Cores labelled performance
4
0
Cores labelled efficiency
12
0
Threads
Max boost clock
4.9GHz
5GHz
L3 cache
Process
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Sustained CPU power (configured)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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Combined CPU and GPU power
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NPU performance
50TOPS1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 20265Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245529/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-386h-18m-cache-up-to-4-90-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 5 October 2026NPU-only 50 TOPS peak, INT8.
50TOPS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspecRead 5 October 20264Maker product pageamd.com/en/products/processors/laptop/ryzen/ai-300-series/amd-ryzen-ai-max-plus-392.htmlRead 5 October 2026NPU-only up to 50 TOPS. Precision not stated by this source. Combined 122 TOPS platform claim is excluded.
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026
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GPU brand
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Max GPU power (TGP)
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Dynamic Boost
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GPU boost clock
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GPU switching
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Integrated GPU
Memory
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Installed RAM
32GB5Retailer pageavadirect.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-A14-2026-FA401EA-DS96-14-2-5K-WQXGA-165Hz-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-392-AMD-Radeon-8060S-Graphics-Laptop/Configure/20169060Read 5 October 2026Installed factory 32 GB, not maximum or optional 64 GB global memory.7Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/asus-tuf-a14-w2-5k-165hz-gaming-laptop-copilot-pc-amd-ryzen-ai-max-392-with-32gb-ram-1tb-ssd-jaegar-gray/JJGHGPF8RGRead 5 October 2026
RAM type
LPDDR5X2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401eaRead 5 October 2026LPDDR5X is explicit. Overview 8000 MHz and regional/retailer 8533 wording conflict, so configured memory data rate is omitted.5Retailer pageavadirect.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-A14-2026-FA401EA-DS96-14-2-5K-WQXGA-165Hz-AMD-Ryzen-AI-MAX-392-AMD-Radeon-8060S-Graphics-Laptop/Configure/20169060Read 5 October 2026
RAM speed
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Memory channels
RAM upgrade
Memory slots
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RAM slots
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Free RAM slots
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Maximum supported RAM
Storage
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Installed storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
Not available
Storage slots
AASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
| Form factor | Interface | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | No |
Source2Press releaseglobenewswire.com/news-release/2026/05/22/3300228/0/en/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-and-g16-arrive-in-the-us-with-intel-core-ultra-series-3-and-rtx-50-series.htmlRead 7 October 2026Two M.2 2280 connectors including installed 1 TB SSD plus second expansion slot, corroborated by current maker overview. Installed SSD is PCIe Gen4, which does not establish maximum generation for either slot. Generic FAQ one-slot wording conflicts with full matrix and expansion description.3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026Read 7 October 2026Maker expansion description corroborates two physical connectors including the occupied drive. Generic FAQ states one slot, conflicting with the full matrix and expansion description. Maximum PCIe generation per physical connector remains unproved.4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/GU606AX/0409_E28049_GU606A_V2_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 21 confirms M.2 2280 connector form. Maximum PCIe generation for each physical connector is not established.13Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/GU606AW/0409_E26822_GU606A_Upgrade_Guide_B.pdfRead 7 October 2026E26822 GU606A Upgrade Guide revision B, linked by exact official GU606AR support September 14, 2026. Pages 16-17 state two screws and removal of M.2 SSD module(s), diagram explicitly marks both sockets. Page 22 inserts modules into connector(s). Exact XB96 matrix 2 x M.2 includes used and installed 1 TB resolves occupied/free rows. FAQ one user-replaceable SSD does not explicitly exclude second expansion socket. Do not infer PCIe maximum per connector from installed drive. Independent verification actual page 17 image depicts the three-fan option, so its cooling layout and factory depicted drive population are not applied to retained 5070 Ti two-fan tier. Exact XB96 primary expansion row independently says 2x M.2 includes used. Guide supports socket layout only.
BASUS TUF Gaming A14 (2026) FA401EA
| Form factor | Interface | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | No |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspecRead 5 October 2026Two M.2 PCIe connectors including the used slot. Overview explicitly names both M.2 2280 NVMe slots and single stock drive. Per-slot maximum generation remains unproved.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401eaRead 5 October 2026Headline dual M.2 2280 NVMe slots. Stock description explicitly one PCIe Gen4x4 SSD, leaving one expansion connector free.
M.2 slots
2
2
Free storage slots
1
1
Maximum slot PCIe generation
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Not available
Ports
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Ports
AASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Left | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes | 100 |
| USB-C | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Yes | 100 |
| USB-A | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Left | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| SD card | UHS-II | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| DC in | ASUS Slim Power Jack | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source2Press releaseglobenewswire.com/news-release/2026/05/22/3300228/0/en/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-and-g16-arrive-in-the-us-with-intel-core-ultra-series-3-and-rtx-50-series.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact G16 launch notes include HDMI 2.1, full SD UHS-II and 100 W PD at each C interface, omitted from parts of current matrix. Manual supplies physical sides.3Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026Read 7 October 2026Connectivity diagram explicitly input 20 V, 5 A at both TB4 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 100 W accepted per connector. ASUS Slim power connector separate.4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/GU606AX/0409_E28049_GU606A_V2_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 22-26: right SD/USB-A/USB-C 10 Gbps. Left DC/HDMI/USB-A/TB4/audio. TB4 40 Gbps, both C connectors accept charging and output video.
BASUS TUF Gaming A14 (2026) FA401EA
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Left | 40 | USB4 | Yes | 100 |
| USB-C | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Yes | Not available |
| USB-A | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Left | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| microSD card | UHS-II | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| DC in | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspecRead 5 October 2026One USB4 40 Gbps and separate USB-C Gen2 10 Gbps, plus two USB-A Gen2 10 Gbps. USB4 XG Mobile GC34 support is the same physical connector, not an extra socket.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401eaRead 5 October 2026Connectivity section explicitly USB4 Power Delivery 3.0 input 20 V/5 A, equal to 100 W accepted charging input. This is separate from the 200 W main adapter and from USB power output.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/FA401EA/v2/0409_E26637_FA401K_U_V2_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed pages 21–24: right microSD/USB-C 10 Gbps/USB-A. Left rectangular DC/HDMI/USB4 40 Gbps/USB-A/audio. Both C ports explicitly output video, while only USB4 is documented for charging. Cable/adapter wattage does not establish maximum accepted input.
USB-C ports
2
2
Thunderbolt
Yes
No
Highest HDMI version
HDMI 2.1
HDMI 2.1
Card reader
Yes
Yes
Ethernet speed
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Not available
Maximum USB-C charging input
100W
100W
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
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Cellular
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Keyboard and touchpad
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Keyboard layouts
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Key switches
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Keyboard backlight
Numpad
Key travel
Pointing stick
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Touchpad size
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Camera and audio
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Webcam
IR face login
Built-in speaker drivers
Total speaker power
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Audio features
Smart Amp Technology, Dolby Atmos, Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 20263Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026Read 7 October 2026
Dolby Atmos, AI noise-canceling technology1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspecRead 5 October 2026
Battery and power
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Battery energy
Claimed battery life
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Adapter rated output
250W1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026Main 250 W adapter rated 20 V, 12.5 A. Regional inclusion not asserted.4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/GU606AX/0409_E28049_GU606A_V2_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 29 main adapter 20 V, 12.5 A, 250 W. USB-C 100 W adapter is a separate optional adapter, not the main supplied unit.
Laptop charging connector
Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)
Cooling
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Fans
Power modes
AASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
| Name | GPU power (W) |
|---|---|
| Silent | Not available |
| Performance | Not available |
| Turbo | 125 |
| Manual | 140 |
Source1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 20263Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026Read 7 October 2026Four operating profiles. GPU maxima from exact matrix include Dynamic Boost, not measured or sustained draw.
BASUS TUF Gaming A14 (2026) FA401EA
| Name |
|---|
| Manual |
| Silent |
Security
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Fingerprint
None10Reviewultrabookreview.com/75392-asus-rog-zephyrus-g16-gu606-reviewRead 7 October 2026Actual UBR common 2026 design says no power-button fingerprint sensor, and LaptopMedia expressly no fingerprint reader anywhere. Exact AR/AW input/camera descriptions match common 2026 chassis, original hardware view and complete controls verified. Main approved this static physical absence through shared-chassis bridge. No AW numeric lab transfer.12Reviewlaptopmedia.com/review/asus-rog-zephyrus-g16-gu606-2026-review-stunning-oled-core-ultra-9-and-17-hour-battery-lifeRead 7 October 2026Actual common 2026 GU606 chassis description expressly states there is no fingerprint reader and authentication relies entirely on IR camera. Exact retained AR/AW input/camera descriptions match common 2026 chassis, original relevant hardware view/manual independently verified. Main approved static physical absence through shared-chassis bridge. Source test unit is AW/5080, not a direct AR-XB96 test. No numerical AW measurement inherited.
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TPM
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Remote management
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Security lock slot
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Software
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Operating system
OS family
Security updates until
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Measured display
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Brightness (measured, centre)
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Brightness (measured, average)
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389.2nits14Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-laptops/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-reviewRead 7 October 2026Average display brightness table 389.2 nits. Published method uses Klein K10-A and ChromaSurf at five screen points, averaged. This is not center-point SDR brightness. DCI-P3 82.1 percent is volume according to method, so not coverage.15Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/how-we-test-laptops-tablets-pcsRead 7 October 2026Klein K10-A and ChromaSurf five-point average method. Same page explicitly gamut volume, not coverage.
Contrast ratio (measured)
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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sRGB coverage (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM flicker found
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PWM frequency (measured)
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PWM at or below brightness
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Response black to white (measured)
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Response grey to grey (measured)
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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17,334points14Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-laptops/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-reviewRead 7 October 2026March 30, 2026 exact Max+ 392/32GB/1TB/2560x1600 165Hz configuration. Geekbench 6 multicore 17334. Maker default profile proved by published Windows testing method, not inferred. Method first published July 24, 2025, last updated September 16, 2026, applies to every Windows laptop. Windows Best Performance is a separate explicit preparation change. BIOS, driver revision and Geekbench minor version unknown. No exception stated for this lab score.15Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/how-we-test-laptops-tablets-pcsRead 7 October 2026HTML NewsArticle datePublished 2025-07-24T05:45:00+00:00 precedes March 30, 2026 review, dateModified 2026-09-16T16:09:14+00:00. Applicable Windows policy starts default manufacturer settings, then Windows Best Performance, display menu default 60/120Hz, dynamic refresh off, updates BIOS/graphics, removes antivirus, keyboard lighting off, reboot and benchmark app alone. No separate OEM profile change listed. Do not claim a named Armoury Crate mode not stated.
3DMark Time Spy graphics
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Battery runtime per test
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| Wi-Fi browsing | 150 | Tom’s Guide custom battery power plan | 9.12 |
| Gaming | 150 | Tom’s Guide custom battery power plan | 1.13 |
| Video playback | 250 | Not available | 9.5 |
Source13Measurementpcworld.com/article/3104412/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-review.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact DS96, Windows 11 Home. About 9.5h full battery test looping 4K Tears of Steel at roughly 250 nits. Power mode, BIOS, refresh and transmitted/file codec unstated. Early iCloud Drive under-four-hour anomalous run and informal 12-hour estimate excluded. Actual approximate result, not manufacturer runtime.14Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-laptops/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-reviewRead 7 October 2026Web browsing 09:07 = 547/60 h. Gaming battery 01:08 = 68/60 h. Published method: Edge cycles web pages on closed Wi-Fi, 150 nits, Bluetooth/location/background apps disabled, custom battery power plan. PCMark 10 gaming battery test under same conditions. Review 32GB model, OS build, BIOS and exact refresh option not individually recorded. Conditions from general published test policy, not invented default battery mode.15Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/how-we-test-laptops-tablets-pcsRead 7 October 2026Edge closed-Wi-Fi browsing, 150 nits and custom battery plan. Gaming runtime uses PCMark 10 battery test under same conditions. This custom battery mode is distinct from performance prep.
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Copilot+ PC
Yes8Press releasepress.asus.com/news/press-releases/rog-ces-2026-gaming-innovationsRead 7 October 2026Same G14/G16 paragraph explicitly says With 50 TOPS of NPU performance and Copilot+, these laptops bring acceleration to device. Exact US Copilot+ PC category independently lists XB96. NPU50 or Copilot keyboard key alone is not used as proof.14Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/rog-republic-of-gamers/filterRead 7 October 2026Current maker page title explicitly identifies Copilot+ PC devices and includes the exact GU606AR-XB96 with 386H, RTX 5070 Ti and Windows 11 Pro. Maker CES release independently explicitly gives Copilot+ to the GU606 family. No Copilot-key-only or NPU-only inference.
Colour certifications
Pantone Validated1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026Display row explicitly Pantone Validated.
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year7Retailer pagemobileadvance.com/asus-rog-zephyrus-white-16-0-wqxga-wq-cover-glass-core-ultra-9-386h-32gb-nv-rtx5070-ti-1tb-windows-11-proRead 7 October 2026Exact product Warranty tab states 1 Year. Exact US ExcaliberPC product states Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty, Include 1 Year Global. ASUS current warranty card says duration depends on product label rather than a blanket laptop duration, so exact SKU period supplied by sellers. This period is for the stated US SKU, not all regions.9Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/831249/asus-rog-zephyrus-g16-gu606ar-xb96.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact US factory XB96 32 GB/1 TB table states Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty, Include 1 Year Global. Seller lifetime technical support and optional paid plans are excluded.
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Spec sheet
rog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/spec1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026Exact US matrix GU606AR-XB96 column, 386H/5070 Ti/32 GB/1 TB/Windows Pro. Higher GPU or memory options not inherited.
www.asus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspec1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-a14-2026-fa401ea/techspecRead 5 October 2026Single US FA401EA column. The exact DS96 factory configuration is separately identified by the retailer. No 64 GB regional option or discrete-GPU FA401GM hardware is inherited.
Manual
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/GU606AX/0409_E28049_GU606A_V2_A.pdf4Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/GU606AX/0409_E28049_GU606A_V2_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026GU606A platform e-manual E28049, revised V2, March 2026, linked by public official GU606AW support page. AX is its hosting family, not a borrowed 5090 configuration.
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/FA401EA/v2/0409_E26637_FA401K_U_V2_A.pdf3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/GamingNB/FA401EA/v2/0409_E26637_FA401K_U_V2_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original FA401-series English E26637 revision V2, hosted in FA401EA/v2 and linked by the exact FA401EA support page. Hosting family is verified, not inferred from a different GPU model.
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