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ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID5 gaming laptop

SKU CH-9B50-GEE5Y

16-inch 165 Hz WUXGA gaming laptop with Intel i7-14650HX 16-core CPU, RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 graphics, 16 GB DDR5 memory and 16 TB NVMe storage

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • Intel i7-14650HX 16-core 24-thread CPU reaches 5.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5050 graphics with 8 GB GDDR7 drives modern games at high settings
  • 16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz IPS-level display delivers smooth motion in fast scenes
  • Dual 8 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSDs provide 16 TB total capacity for massive libraries
  • Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on CPU plus Gelid GC Extreme on GPU lowers peak temperatures

ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID5

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID5 is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores and 24 threads. It runs Windows 11 Home and ships in Eclipse Gray. The configuration targets users who want high core counts and fast storage in a portable chassis.

Sustained load with upgraded thermal interface

HIDevolution applies Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU during assembly. This liquid-metal and high-conductivity paste combination is intended to lower peak temperatures during extended gaming or rendering sessions. The 165Hz WUXGA IPS-level panel runs at 1920 x 1200 resolution for smooth motion.

Build quality and daily connectivity

The laptop measures 13.94 x 10.55 x 0.90 to 1.21 inches and weighs 6.02 lbs. Storage consists of two 8 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSDs totalling 16 TB. System memory is 16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz in dual-channel configuration. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 provides 8 GB GDDR7 video memory.

How it compares

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Price $4,083.99
Pricier than about 88% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $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-HID5
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 size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600 MHz
Memory configuration2 × 8 GB
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory128 GB
Storage
Storage drive16 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage16 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration16 TB (2 × 8 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

How loud do the fans get when the i7-14650HX hits 5.7 GHz for hours?

The laptop uses Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the RTX 5050 GPU. This liquid-metal and high-grade paste combination keeps temperatures lower, so the fans can spin slower and stay quieter during sustained 5.7 GHz loads.

Do I need to buy any extra RAM sticks or SSD modules to reach the listed 16 GB DDR5 and 16 TB NVMe?

No. The system ships with 16 GB of DDR5 5600 memory in dual-channel mode and 16 TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage configured as two 8 TB drives. Everything is installed and ready to use.

Will my older USB-A mouse and HDMI monitor work with the ports on this G615JHR?

The chassis retains standard USB-A and HDMI outputs, so existing peripherals plug in directly. The RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives external displays at high refresh rates without adapters.

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