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Black 16 inch gaming laptop with slim bezels and backlit keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop 16" 2.5K 240Hz Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 16GB 1TB

SKU CH-C0S2-1QNH0

A 16-inch 2.5K 240Hz laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX reaches 5.4 GHz turbo for instant responsiveness
  • 0" 2.5K 240Hz display delivers crystal-clear visuals at 2560 x 1600
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 provides a new level of graphics performance
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports plus HDMI 2.1 and 2.5G LAN for versatile connectivity
  • Wi-Fi 7 triple-band with Bluetooth 5.4 ensures best-in-class wireless speed

16-inch 2.5K 240Hz gaming laptop

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around a 2.5K display running at 240Hz. It pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with 24 cores and a 5.4 GHz turbo frequency with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU carrying 16GB of GDDR7 memory. The system ships with 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB PCIe SSD, targeting users who want high frame rates at QHD resolution in a portable form factor.

Sustained load behaviour

Under sustained load the 24-core processor can reach 5.4 GHz turbo while the RTX 5080 maintains output through its 16GB GDDR7 frame buffer. The 36MB cache helps keep data close to the cores during long sessions. Thunderbolt 5 ports and a 2.5G LAN connection provide high-throughput paths for external GPUs or fast storage, reducing bottlenecks when the chassis thermals stabilise.

Installation notes for memory and storage upgrades

The 16GB DDR5 configuration and 1TB PCIe SSD are accessible after removing the base panel, though the manufacturer seal is opened by engineers for upgrade validation. Thunderbolt 5 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports simplify external drive expansion if internal slots are occupied. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 drivers install automatically with Windows 11, while the HDMI 2.1 FRL output requires no extra setup for external displays.

How it compares

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

Price $3,468.99
Pricier than about 84% 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.
Video RAM 16 GB
Higher than about 90% of the 4,061 comparable items (median 8 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameROG Strix G16
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
Processor model2.7 GHz
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Turbo clock speed5.4 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Core Ultra 9 275HX get during all-day loads?

The 24-core CPU can reach 5.4 GHz turbo, so sustained work will spin the fans up and warm the chassis; a cooling pad helps on long sessions.

Which peripherals must I already own to use the 2.5K 240 Hz panel and Thunderbolt 5 ports?

You need a monitor or dock that accepts HDMI 2.1 FRL or Thunderbolt 5 to drive the 2560 x 1600 240 Hz signal, plus any USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A devices you want to plug into the three 10 Gbps ports.

Will my older USB 3.0 drives and HDMI 1.4 monitor work with the 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and HDMI 2.1 FRL ports?

Yes, the three Type-A ports and the HDMI 2.1 FRL port are backward compatible, so legacy drives and 1080p displays will function at their rated speeds.

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