ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful AMD processor

lightweight and portable

high refresh rate display

efficient thermal management

good battery life

limited port selection

no webcam included

high price point

average speaker quality

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

solid gaming performance

durable build quality

good thermal management

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
71 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.05 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.72 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Eclipse grey Sandstorm
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 91% screen-to-body ratio 3 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.2 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / AMD Radeon 780M AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 780M
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Four speakers, 3-microphone array Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (white)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB4/DisplayPort (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402XI) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, AniMe Matrix lighting, ROG Intelligent Cooling, ROG Nebula HDR Display MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans
Model Number N2020W N4036W
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