ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) 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 X543UA (DM1508T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

intuitive touchpad

adequate connectivity options

crisp audio output

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

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 X543UA (DM1508T) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
87 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm 35.5 cm x 24.3 cm x 2.23 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2 kg
Colour Star grey IMR with angle hairline Eclipse grey
DISPLAY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-reflective 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 X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
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, ASUS AudioWizard Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Input AC 120/230 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 X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Type Mouse, keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
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) Yes (microSD, microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU603ZU)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case, mouse Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware 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, ASUS IceCool design System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, ErgoLift
Model Number - N3003W
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