ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX). 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 X515EA (EJ322TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek modern design

lightweight portability

solid state drive speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

sleek, portable design

excellent thermal management

robust connectivity options

high price point

average battery life

limited upgradability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2 kg
Colour Transparent silver -
DISPLAY ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 4 MB 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Noise-cancellation technology, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
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 X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515EA (EJ322TS) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZX)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - System password, ErgoLift
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
Model Number - K8001W
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