ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE). 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 M16 (GU603HE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight and portable

advanced cooling system

robust build quality

high price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Off black -
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
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 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 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 -
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone Two tweeters, four 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 M16 (GU603HE)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
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 M16 (GU603HE)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie, 1.7mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
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
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)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603HE)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
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 System password
Model Number K8006W KR022T
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