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ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID12 gaming laptop

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A 16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz IPS-level gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 graphics, 64 GB DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • 16-core Intel i7-14650HX reaches 5.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives smooth 165 Hz gaming
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel handles memory-hungry multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD delivers fast boot and load times
  • Gelid GC Extreme on GPU plus Conductonaut on CPU lowers system temperatures

16" WUXGA 165Hz IPS Gaming Laptop

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID12 is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card. It ships with Windows 11 Home, 64 GB of DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD. The Eclipse Gray chassis houses a 1920 x 1200 display running at 165 Hz for smooth motion in fast-paced titles.

Thermal Grizzly and Gelid TIM Upgrade

HIDevolution replaces the stock thermal interface material with Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU. This custom application targets lower sustained temperatures compared to the factory configuration. The upgrade is performed by an authorised ASUS build-to-order dealer and is covered under the original warranty terms.

Sustained Load Behaviour With Custom TIM

Under prolonged workloads the liquid metal and high-conductivity paste combination helps the 16-core 24-thread Raptor Lake Refresh CPU maintain higher boost clocks without thermal throttling. The RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 also benefits from reduced GPU junction temperatures during extended rendering or gaming sessions. Dual-channel DDR5 5600 MHz memory supports consistent throughput for memory-intensive tasks.

How it compares

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Price $2,055.99
Typical for this category: the median of 5,382 items is $1,978.99.
Screen size 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Refresh frequency 165 Hz
Typical for this category: the median of 2,443 items is 165 Hz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineROG Strix G16
Model nameG615JHR-DS74
Part numberG615JHR-DS74-HID12
Product colorEclipse Gray
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeGaming & Entertainment
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel® 14th Generation i7-14650HX
Processor modelIntel Core i7-14650HX
CPU cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.7 GHz
Processor codenameRaptor Lake Refresh
L3 cache size30 MB
Memory
Memory size64 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600 MHz
Memory configuration2 × 32 GB
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory128 GB
Storage
Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Refresh frequency165 Hz
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16 in WUXGA
Display formatWUXGA
Color gamut coveragesRGB:100%
Screen featuresFHD+ 165 Hz IPS-Level
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 5050
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
SoundSmart Amp Technology, Dolby Atmos, AI noise-canceling technology, Hi-Res certification (for headphone)
Speakers2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
Web camera1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7
Wi-FiWi-Fi 7(802.11be) (Triple band) 2 × 2
Bluetooth supportBluetooth® 5.4
Ports & slots
USB ports1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC, 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10 Gbit/s)
Thunderbolt ports1x Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort™ / power delivery
HDMI ports1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Audio jacks3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack
Memory card readerNone
Power
Power adapterRectangle Conn, 280 W AC Adapter, Output: 20 V DC, 14A, 280 W, Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal
Battery pack90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions13.94 in × 10.55 in × 0.9 in ~ 1.21 in
Product weight6.02 lb (2.73 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardBacklit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 64 GB DDR5 memory and 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD support heavy multitasking and large game libraries without upgrades?

Yes, the laptop ships with 64 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel memory and a 2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD, providing ample capacity for demanding workloads and extensive game installations.

Does the 165 Hz IPS-level display and RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 deliver smooth visuals in fast-paced titles?

The 16-inch WUXGA panel runs at 165 Hz, and the GeForce RTX 5050 includes 8 GB of GDDR7 video memory, together enabling high frame rates and responsive gameplay.

How does the thermal upgrade applied by the builder affect CPU and GPU temperatures under load?

Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU replace the stock interface materials, lowering core temperatures during sustained gaming sessions.

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