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Dark Tide gaming laptop, 16 inch OLED screen, slim bezels, 0.91 to 1.18 inches thick

AORUS

AORUS MASTER 16 BYHC5USE64SH gaming laptop

SKU CH-ZT2K-8SS2Z MPN AORUS MASTER 16 BYHC5USE64SH

16-inch 240 Hz OLED laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, 32 GB DDR5 memory and 1 TB storage

  • Screen size16 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB Storage (Gen4 M.2 SSD)
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor delivers desktop-tier gaming performance
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB video memory powers advanced AI and graphics
  • 16-inch 240 Hz OLED display at 2560x1600 resolution provides vivid detail
  • WINDFORCE Infinity EX cooling sustains up to 230-watt thermal power for dominant performance
  • 99Wh battery with PD 3.0 Type-C charging supports longer unplugged sessions

Built for 2025 gaming and AI

The AORUS MASTER 16 BYHC5USE64SH pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU and 16GB video memory. 32GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB Gen4 M.2 SSD handle heavy multitasking, 3D rendering and machine-learning workloads. A 16-inch 2560x1600 OLED panel at 240Hz runs Windows 11 Home Advanced in Dark Tide finish.

WINDFORCE Infinity EX cooling for 230-watt thermal

The cooling system dissipates up to 230 watts so the CPU and GPU sustain high clocks during extended sessions. NVIDIA Advanced Optimus with DDS Technology switches between discrete and integrated graphics to balance performance and battery life. The 99Wh battery supports longer unplugged use while PD 3.0 Type-C charging keeps power flexible.

91% screen-to-body ratio

Four-sided super-slim bezels give a 91% StB ratio in a chassis measuring 14.06 x 10.0 x 0.91-1.18 inches and weighing 5.51 lbs. Thunderbolt 5 and Wi-Fi 7 provide high-speed wired and wireless connectivity for peripherals and external displays. Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision turn the OLED into a personal cinema, while GiMATE AI assistance adapts system behaviour to the workload.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $2,536.99
Pricier than about 71% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 16 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Refresh frequency 240 Hz
Higher than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Model nameAORUS MASTER 16 BYHC5USE64SH
Year of release2025
Product colorDark Tide
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeGaming
Recommended use3D/CAD Rendering / AI/Machine Learning / Art Creative / Gaming / Heavy Multitasking / Programming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Processor L2 cache40 MB
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots2
Maximum supported memory128 GB
Storage
Storage drive1 TB Storage (Gen4 M.2 SSD)
SSD storage1 TB
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency240 Hz
Panel typeOLED
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16 in (40.6 cm)
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatWQXGA
Screen featuresPantone Validated, TÜV Rheinland-certified, Dolby Vision, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, G-SYNC
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
SoundMicrophone
Dolby Atmos
Smart Amp Technology
Speakers4x 2 W speakers
Web cameraFHD (1080p) IR Webcam
Build-in array Microphone
Support Windows Hello Face Authentication
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
NetworkingGigabit LAN and WLAN
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11be Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.4
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Thunderbolt ports1 x Type-C with Thunderbolt 5 (USB4/DisplayPort 2.1/Power Delivery 3.0)
1 x Type-C with Thunderbolt 4 (USB4/DisplayPort 1.4/Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerMicroSD
Power
Power adapter330 W AC Adapter, 100 W PD
Battery packLi Polymer 99 Wh
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.06 in × 10.0 in × 0.91 in-1.18 in
Product weight5.51 lb (2.5 kg)
Shipping weight2.06 kg
Package size437 × 340 × 117 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home Advanced
More details
AI capabilityAI Ready
Keyboard3-zone RGB Backlit Keyboard, Up to 1.7 mm Key-travel (Support N-Key)
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How is the 1 TB Gen4 M.2 SSD installed, and which step do people get wrong?

The drive slots into the M.2 socket at a shallow angle and is secured with a single screw; the common mistake is tightening that screw before the drive is fully seated, which can strip the thread or leave the connector partially engaged.

What maintenance or replacement will the 99 Wh battery need later?

The 99 Wh battery is not user-replaceable; when runtime degrades you must arrange a service-centre swap rather than ordering a part yourself.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained loads on the WINDFORCE Infinity EX cooling?

The cooling solution is rated for 230 W thermal power; once the combined CPU and GPU draw reaches that ceiling the system throttles clocks to stay within the thermal envelope.

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