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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is priced in the midrange, offering a balance of cost and performance; it delivers robust performance for general use and gaming, with good heat management to maintain that performance. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H comes at a premium price, reflecting its high-end components that provide top-notch performance, especially suitable for intensive gaming. DisplayNameAssistant Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17H
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
9.0
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17H for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
If you prioritize watching movies or browsing the web, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16's high-resolution display with vibrant colors and brightness will enhance your experience, though for gaming or 3D modeling, it falls short due to a lower refresh rate which can limit fluid motion and responsiveness. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H's slightly lesser color coverage might not be ideal for professionals in engineering and design who need precise color accuracy for their work; however, it's still capable of producing clear, vibrant images for everyday tasks. Neither are optimal for gaming or 3D due to their lower refresh rates, which could detract from smooth visual performance in fast-paced scenarios or detailed work.
Battery
4.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has 6 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.
Portability
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,842
$2,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a price of $1,842 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H costs $2,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
627.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.9/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 offers a more portable design and a higher resolution screen, which may appeal to users who prioritize carrying ease and screen clarity. In contrast, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H features a slightly larger screen and better battery life, making it a better choice for those who need more screen real estate and less frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
8.5
8.7
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H both excel in gaming and 3D applications because they feature robust GPUs: the M16 with an Nvidia RTX 4070 and the 17H with an RTX 4080, the latter having a slight edge in raw performance. Additionally, both laptops have high screen refresh rates conducive to a smooth gaming experience, with the M16 boasting a 240Hz rate and the Aorus 17H reaching an even higher 360Hz, making the 17H potentially more suitable for ultra-fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.6
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 stands out for engineering and design due to its high-resolution screen and more advanced CPU, which are crucial for detailed visual work and complex computations. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H with its higher GPU power and larger screen may provide better graphic rendering, although it's larger and heavier, reducing portability.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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.
Software Development
7.7
7.5
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H are both good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 | Gigabyte Aorus 17H |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,842 | $2,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.83'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 1.18'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.69" | 10.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 627 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
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Christian Hintze | March 2023
"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."
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Peter Donnell | February 2023
"Overall though, it’s *lots of swearing* fast, seriously. For work, rendering, gaming, it doesn’t matter, this is a true weapon of performance that’s going to run rings around most high-end desktop systems. If you absolutely have to game at ultra-high refresh rates on the go (but within thinking distance of a plug socket), this is the ticket. I can’t see such an extreme being that appealing to everyone, but if you take your gaming seriously, or even professionally, there’s nothing else out there that comes close that you can still fit in your backpack and travel with."
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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.
About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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