Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ). 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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 35.5 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Glacier Black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 16"
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features - Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 4 MB 24 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
RAM 4 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, 3-microphone array
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (GU604VZ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
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 Bulk packaging 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
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - N4004W
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