ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI). 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 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 TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

efficient cooling system

affordable price point

durable build quality

fast refresh rate display

heavyweight design

average battery life

modest speaker quality

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Off black Mecha grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, WideView, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.2 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 TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 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 TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB 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 M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
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 4070 / AMD Radeon 780M
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone Dual speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 240 Watt, 2 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie, 1.7mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
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
USB4/DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZM) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507XI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - 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 MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number K8006W LP013W
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