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ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615LP-XS97-HID1 gaming laptop

SKU CH-ZJTP-MH043

A 16-inch 240 Hz WQXGA laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070, 32 GB DDR5 and 2 TB NVMe storage

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Storage drive2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core Ultra 9 275HX hits 5.5 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives high-frame-rate gaming
  • 16" 2560 x 1600 240Hz IPS panel delivers smooth motion
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 dual-channel memory handles multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD cuts load times

ROG Strix G16 G615LP-XS97-HID1

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615LP-XS97-HID1 is a 16 inch Windows 11 Pro gaming laptop built around an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with 24 cores and a 5.5 GHz max turbo frequency. It pairs that CPU with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card carrying 8 GB of GDDR7 video memory. The system ships with 32 GB of DDR5 5600MHz dual channel memory and a 2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD. The display is a 2560 x 1600 WQXGA IPS-level panel running at 240 Hz.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This configuration suits buyers who want a high refresh rate 16 inch screen, 24 thread processing power and RTX 5070 graphics in a single chassis. The 32 GB DDR5 kit and 2 TB NVMe drive cover heavy multitasking and large game libraries without immediate upgrades. Users needing a lighter machine for frequent travel or a lower price point for casual play should consider thinner ultraportables or mid range models with less memory and storage.

Installation ease and common issues

The laptop arrives fully assembled with Windows 11 Pro installed and the latest stable BIOS and drivers applied by the builder. Stress testing and hardware verification are completed before shipment so the system is ready to use out of the box. The only typical friction point is the 2 to 5 working day lead time required for the custom thermal interface material application and quality control checks before the unit leaves the facility.

How it compares

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

Price $1,813.99
Cheaper than about 58% 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 240 Hz
Higher than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineROG Strix G16
Model nameG615LP-XS97
Part numberG615LP-XS97-HID1
Product colorEclipse Gray
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeGaming & Entertainment
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel® Core Ultra 9-275HX
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.5 GHz
Processor codenameArrow Lake
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600 MHz
Memory configuration2 × 16 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 resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency240 Hz
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16 in WQXGA
Display formatWQXGA
Screen features2.5K 240 Hz IPS-Level
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 5070
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 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardBacklit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

What RAM speed and capacity are already installed so I know if I need extra DDR5 modules?

The laptop ships with 32 GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory in a 2 x 16 GB dual-channel configuration, so no additional modules are required for full capacity.

Will my existing PCIe 3.0 NVMe drive work as a secondary drive alongside the factory 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD?

Yes, the M.2 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe and is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 drives, allowing your older SSD to function as extra storage.

How can I verify the 16-inch WQXGA panel is running at its native 2560 x 1600 resolution and 240 Hz refresh rate after setup?

Open Windows Display Settings or the NVIDIA control panel and confirm the resolution shows 2560 x 1600 with the refresh rate set to 240 Hz.

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