ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

sleek, lightweight design

good thermal management

efficient multitasking capabilities

above-average price

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient thermal management

competitive price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
83 % - Design
83 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.29 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 2 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Eclipse grey Off black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Wide Colour Gamut, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
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 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
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 G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI 2.1
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS-II) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Armoury Crate -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU603ZV) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Model Number N3009W N3083W
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