ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

versatile connectivity options

premium price tag

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Samsung Galaxy Book3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy Book3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb amoled display

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

efficient thermal management

fast charging support

higher price point

limited port selection

average webcam quality

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) and Samsung Galaxy Book3
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) vs. Samsung Galaxy Book3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm 35.66 cm x 22.91 cm x 1.54 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.57 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour - Graphite
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Screen Size (Type) 16" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 142
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB -
Colour Support - 16 million colours
Features Anti-glare, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Dynamic Boost Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, four woofers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hour(s)
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - Pro keyboard
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Slots - 2 x SSD (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB-C
2 x USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Samsung Recovery Solution, McAfee LiveSafe (Trial), Samsung Update, Samsung Settings, Samsung Gallery, Studio Plus, Samsung Flow, Live Wallpaper, Quick Search, Samsung Notes, Galaxy Book Smart Switch, Quick Share, Samsung Pass, Second Screen, Private Share, Galaxy Book Experience
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HM) Samsung Galaxy Book3
Included Accessories Power adapter 45W USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader 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 System password -
Compliant Standards - IEC 61960
SAR Value - 0.44 W/kg (body), 0.44 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.44 W/kg (body)
0.44 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number KR007T -
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