ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH). 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

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good battery life

fast ssd storage

heavier than competitors

limited color options

noisy under load

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.29 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, 3-microphone array Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
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 Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number N4004W -
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