ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU). 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 TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

good value for money

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful graphics performance

sleek, lightweight design

fast processing speeds

advanced cooling system

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.45 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2 kg
Colour Graphite black Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling, near-field, far-field Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.0b
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4)
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
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, honeycomb design, Self-Cleaning Cooling 2.0 System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number HN001W N3003W
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