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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR vs ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2026) FX608LPG
Product A: ASUS
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
96 of 179 known
GIGABYTE AORUS MASTER 16 GEN 2 AM6J (Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, RTX 5090)
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UMI
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 11) 15AHP11
Lenovo Legion 5i (15", Gen 11) 15IAX11
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G614FR-DS96
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026, 15-gb0261nr)
HP HyperX OMEN 16 (2026, 16-am2013dx)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2026) G615LP
Razer Blade 16 (2026) RTX 5080, 32 GB
Lenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405AR
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GIGABYTE AORUS MASTER 16 GEN 2 AM6J (Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, RTX 5090)
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UMI
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 11) 15AHP11
Lenovo Legion 5i (15", Gen 11) 15IAX11
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G614FR-DS96
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026, 15-gb0261nr)
HP HyperX OMEN 16 (2026, 16-am2013dx)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2026) G615LP
Razer Blade 16 (2026) RTX 5080, 32 GB
Lenovo Legion 7a (16", Gen 11) 16AGP11
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405ARProduct B: ASUS
TUF Gaming F16 (2026) FX608LPG
87 of 179 known
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405AR
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
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)
HP HyperX OMEN 16 (2026, 16-am2013dx)
Change ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2026) FX608LPG
Compare the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR with
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405AR
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ B3WI-005US
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)
HP HyperX OMEN 16 (2026, 16-am2013dx)61 of 171 fields differ
- 38 different values
- 23 known for one only
- 37 the same
- 73 missing for both
Weight
0 to 3 kg
Weight (published)
A1.95kg
B2.2kg
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.
FX608LPG-BB94, FX608LPG1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026US Tech Specs lists two columns. FX608LPG is stored. FX608LMG has an RTX 5060 and is a different product. The exact US SKU FX608LPG-BB94 comes from the retailer source.5Retailer pageabt.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-F16-Gaming-Laptop-16-Inch-Intel-Core-9-290HX-Plus-16GB-RAM-1TB-SSD-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-5070-in-Jaeger-Gray-FX608LPGBB94/p/247692.htmlRead 15 October 2026Abt model FX608LPG-BB94: Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, Windows 11 Home, 165Hz OLED, Jaeger Gray. The bullet that says 18-inch is a typo, since the description and the maker say 16-inch.
GTIN / EAN
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
Not available
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Launch price (US)
$2,399.996Press articlerswebsols.com/news/asus-introduces-rtx-5080-gpu-focused-on-quiet-performance-in-japan-while-the-u-s-receives-165hz-oled-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026The article states 'The MSRP in the U.S. stands at $2,399.99' in the FX608LPG paragraph. US prices exclude sales tax. It is secondary reporting of the ASUS US launch. The Abt listing shows the same $2,399.99.7Press articlefinance.biggo.com/news/c83a02cd-6756-40bd-be11-ef0537285b04Read 15 October 2026States the US retail price of the FX608LPG is $2,399.99.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Form factor
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.
Width354Depth269Thickness (min)17.9Thickness (max)27.3mm(13.9 × 10.6 × 0.7 to 1.1 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 202635.4 x 26.9 x 1.79 ~ 2.73 cm, converted exactly.
Weight (published)
Lid material
Bottom material
Not available
Max hinge angle
Not available
MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
Not available
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
188.7ppi
188.7ppi
Panel type
Backlight
Dimming zones
Not available
Not available
Panel part number
Not available
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Touchscreen
Stylus
Not available
Not available
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 F16 (2026) FX608LPG
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2560 | 1600 | 165 | Yes |
Max refresh rate
240Hz
165Hz
Adaptive sync
G-SYNC1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 20262Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026Read 15 October 2026G-Sync is named in the display row. Adaptive-Sync wording on the retailer page is not stored as a separate technology.
Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
Not available
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Native panel colour depth
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)
Not available
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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.
sRGB coverage (claimed)
Not available
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)
Not available
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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
Not available
Second display
Not available
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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 F16 (2026) FX608LPG
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | 2.7 | 5.5 |
| Efficiency | 16 | 1.8 | 4.7 |
CPU cores
16
24
Cores labelled performance
4
8
Cores labelled efficiency
12
16
Threads
Max boost clock
4.9GHz
5.5GHz
L3 cache
36MB1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 20264Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202636 MB Intel Smart Cache. The 40 MB total L2 is not stored.
Sustained CPU power (configured)
Not available
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Peak CPU power (configured)
Not available
Not available
Combined CPU and GPU power
Not available
Not available
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.
13TOPS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 20264Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026NPU peak 13 TOPS (INT8), NPU only.
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
GPU brand
VRAM
Max GPU power (TGP)
115W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026115W written as 100W+15W. The page does not name a mode.3Press releasepress.asus.com/news/press-releases/asus-tuf-gaming-laptops-2026-oled-rtxRead 15 October 2026F16 table: Max TGP 115W (with Dynamic Boost).
Dynamic Boost
GPU boost clock
Not available
GPU switching
MUX switch, Advanced Optimus1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display row: MUX Switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026Read 15 October 2026FAQ and spec list name NVIDIA Advanced Optimus. The spec table adds the MUX switch.
Integrated GPU
Memory
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Installed RAM
16GB1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026Memory cell lists 16GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM as one option and the same module 'x 2' as another. The exact SKU has 16 GB, which is one module.5Retailer pageabt.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-F16-Gaming-Laptop-16-Inch-Intel-Core-9-290HX-Plus-16GB-RAM-1TB-SSD-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-5070-in-Jaeger-Gray-FX608LPGBB94/p/247692.htmlRead 15 October 2026System Memory (RAM) 16GB, expandable to 64GB, 5600MHz.
RAM type
RAM speed
Memory channels
RAM upgrade
Memory slots
AASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) GU606AR
Not availableBASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2026) FX608LPG
| Slot | Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SO-DIMM | 1 | Yes | 16 |
| SO-DIMM | 1 | No | Not available |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026Expansion Slots: 2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots. The 16 GB SKU uses one module, so one slot is free.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026Read 15 October 2026FAQ: two SO-DIMM slots for DDR5 memory expansion.5Retailer pageabt.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-F16-Gaming-Laptop-16-Inch-Intel-Core-9-290HX-Plus-16GB-RAM-1TB-SSD-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-5070-in-Jaeger-Gray-FX608LPGBB94/p/247692.htmlRead 15 October 202616 GB SKU, so one 16 GB module and one free slot.
RAM slots
Not available
2
Free RAM slots
Not available
1
Maximum supported RAM
Storage
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Installed storage
1TB1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 20261TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD, stored as 1000 GB.5Retailer pageabt.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-F16-Gaming-Laptop-16-Inch-Intel-Core-9-290HX-Plus-16GB-RAM-1TB-SSD-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-5070-in-Jaeger-Gray-FX608LPGBB94/p/247692.htmlRead 15 October 20261TB SSD.
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 F16 (2026) FX608LPG
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | No |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026Expansion Slots (includes used): 2x M.2 PCIe. The page footnote says only single-sided SSDs are supported because of surface-mounted components near the M.2 slot.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026Read 15 October 2026FAQ: dual M.2 PCIe Gen 4x4 SSD slots. The press release lists 2 x M.2 2280 slots.3Press releasepress.asus.com/news/press-releases/asus-tuf-gaming-laptops-2026-oled-rtxRead 15 October 2026F16 table: 2 x M.2 2280 slots, up to 2 TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0.
M.2 slots
2
2
Free storage slots
1
1
Maximum slot PCIe generation
Not available
4
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 F16 (2026) FX608LPG
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC in | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 4 | 1 | Left | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Left | 10 | Not available | Yes | 100 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Left | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026I/O Ports: 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort, power delivery and G-SYNC (10Gbps), 1x Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort (40Gbps), 1x RJ45 LAN. The slim power jack is a rectangle connector. Sides follow the order of the Connectivity list on the main page.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026Read 15 October 2026Connectivity list: 1 x ASUS Slim Power Jack (rectangle), 1 x RJ45, 1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C with DisplayPort 2.1, 1 x USB 3.2 Type-C with DisplayPort 2.1, G-Sync and Power Delivery 3.0 (input 20V/5A), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 x audio jack, then 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A. The 20V/5A input is 100 W and is stated for the non-Thunderbolt USB-C port only. The grouping into seven left-side ports and two right-side USB-A ports matches the earlier 2025 F16 with the same 354 x 269 mm body. No review of the 2026 unit was found to confirm the sides.
USB-C ports
2
2
Thunderbolt
Yes
Yes
Highest HDMI version
HDMI 2.1
HDMI 2.1
Card reader
Yes
No
Ethernet speed
Not available
Not available
Maximum USB-C charging input
100W
100W
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Cellular
Not available
Not available
Keyboard and touchpad
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Keyboard layouts
Not available
Not available
Key switches
Not available
Not available
Keyboard backlight
Numpad
Key travel
Pointing stick
Not available
Not available
Touchpad size
Not available
Not available
Camera and audio
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Webcam
IR face login
Built-in speaker drivers
Total speaker power
Not available
Not available
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
Microphones
Not available
Not available
Battery and power
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Battery energy
Claimed battery life
Not available
Not available
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
3 of 4 differ
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 F16 (2026) FX608LPG
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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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Remote management
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Software
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Operating system
Windows 11 Pro1Maker product pagerog.asus.com/us/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-g16-2026/specRead 7 October 2026
Windows 11 Home1Maker product pageasus.com/us/laptops/for-gaming/tuf-gaming/asus-tuf-gaming-f16-2026/techspecRead 15 October 2026Windows 11 Home for both columns.5Retailer pageabt.com/ASUS-TUF-Gaming-F16-Gaming-Laptop-16-Inch-Intel-Core-9-290HX-Plus-16GB-RAM-1TB-SSD-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-5070-in-Jaeger-Gray-FX608LPGBB94/p/247692.htmlRead 15 October 2026Windows 11 Home.
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Measured display
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Brightness (measured, centre)
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
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Measured noise and temperature
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Measured battery and power
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Weight (measured)
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Certifications
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Intel Evo
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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.
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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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Other certifications
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Power adapter included
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Warranty
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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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Links
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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.
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