ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

sleek, lightweight design

good thermal management

versatile connectivity options

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful gaming performance

high-quality display resolution

ample storage capacity

advanced cooling system

high price point

heavier than average

short battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.5 kg
Colour Off black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 75.35% Adobe RGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two woofers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
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 M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie, 1.7mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Interfaces Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX650RX)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest, ROG X DL2 thank you card
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology
Model Number K8006W LO010W
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