The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 generally costs less and is better for tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning due to its higher-end graphics card and processor. However, it has a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X. The Zenbook Pro 16X is more expensive and has an OLED touchscreen with higher resolution, which makes it better for creative work where color accuracy and screen detail are important. The Zenbook also has longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use. Both have similar portability, with the Zephyrus being slightly lighter. Choose the Zephyrus M16 for performance-heavy tasks and gaming, or the Zenbook Pro 16X for creative work and longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Very good for gaming and AI
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
7.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its higher-tier GPU and a screen with a significantly faster refresh rate, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, with a lower-tier GPU and a screen designed for vibrant colors and high resolution at a standard refresh rate, is better suited for content creation rather than fast-paced gaming.
Software Development
7.7/10
8.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
9.0/10
8.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen for engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X both provide crisp, clear visuals due to their high resolution and brightness, which makes for an enjoyable viewing experience in everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design professionals who require accurate color representation, these laptops excel with their wide color gamuts, ensuring that the work you see on-screen closely matches your intended output. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' displays may lead to less fluid gameplay compared to models that prioritize higher refresh rates for a more immersive experience.
Battery
4.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $2,059 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X boasts a superior OLED screen with higher resolution and touch capability, contributing to a richer visual experience for general use, along with marginally longer battery life, at the cost of being slightly heavier and thicker than the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16, which is lighter and offers a high-refresh-rate screen favorable for smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 stands out for engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU and GPU, which enables superior performance for intensive tasks, and a high refresh rate screen that appeals to design fluidity. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, while still very capable with a powerful CPU and quality GPU, differentiates itself with a higher resolution OLED touchscreen providing vibrant colors and finer detail, at the expense of refresh rate and some computational power.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.5/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is not yet as optimised as its predecessor. Compared to the previous gen, performance and efficiency have improved significantly. What's more, the wonderful, Mini-LED Nebula display is a contender for the main highlight and almost manages to put the CPU and GPU in the shade. We already found its predecessor to be a well-rounded and well-optimised gaming machine. Generally, but not unequivocally, that also applies to the new Asus M16. Similar to most of the current, new laptops, we are dealing with a double generational leap in terms of the CPU and GPU. However, this change doesn't always run smoothly."
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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