The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 offers more power, better graphics, and a higher-quality display than the Maypug 15" Laptop, making it suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, engineering, and content creation. However, it is heavier, reducing its portability, and the added performance means it's also more expensive. On the other hand, the Maypug 15" provides basic functionality, better for simple tasks and general use, with a lower price and lighter weight for easier transport. If you prioritize performance and can afford the higher cost, go with the ASUS. If portability and budget are your main concerns, the Maypug may be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
5.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
627.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is better for general use due to its high-end CPU, ample RAM, and superior screen quality, offering a crisper display and better color accuracy, which enhances the user experience. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop is less suited for general use because it has a basic CPU, less RAM, and a lower-resolution screen, which may result in slower performance and a less vivid display.
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
5.6/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
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 Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is excellent for gaming and 3D because it has a high-end Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, facilitating smooth, detailed visuals. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short in gaming performance due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics GPU and a lower refresh rate of 60 Hz, making it less suitable for fast-paced or graphic-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
5.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 outshines the Maypug 15" Laptop for engineering and design use because it features a top-tier Intel Core i9 processor, abundant RAM, a powerful Nvidia RTX GPU, and a high-quality screen with superior resolution and color accuracy.
Content Creation
8.2/10
5.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
7.7/10
5.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
627.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16's higher resolution and brightness make it well-suited for general tasks and detailed engineering work, plus its wide color gamut supports color-sensitive engineering and design applications. However, its lower refresh rate could make it less ideal for 3D applications and games that benefit from smoother motion. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop's lower screen quality across all dimensions, including resolution, brightness, and color accuracy, may not provide as satisfying an experience for any of the use cases mentioned.
Battery
4.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop 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
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,059
$600
$0
$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 Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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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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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