ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) vs. ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) and ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC). 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 M16 (GU604VZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

slim, attractive design

good thermal management

robust build quality

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution oled display

lightweight and portable

ample storage options

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

no sd card slot

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) and ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) vs. ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.29 cm 35.98 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Black Cool silver
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision Glossy, IPS-level, 84% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 6800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, 3-microphone array Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 50 Watt
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
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 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 (M6500RC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Built-in 3 cooling fans, integrated dust filters, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, AniMe Matrix lighting, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling, ROG Nebula HDR Display System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS IceCool Plus, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number N4004W HN058W
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