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Gray gaming laptop with 16 inch display and backlit keyboard

ASUS

ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop 16" 2.5K 240Hz Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5070 64GB 2TB

SKU CH-QDQK-VS2V8

16-inch 2.5K 240Hz gaming laptop with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5 and 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 1)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core Ultra 9 275HX hits 5.4 GHz for instant responsiveness
  • 16" 2.5K 240Hz IPS covers 100% DCI-P3 with 3ms response
  • RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 delivers crisp, stunning visuals
  • 64GB DDR5 plus 2TB PCIe SSD for massive multitask headroom
  • Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 plus Thunderbolt 4 keep connections fast

Built for competitive play

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 packs a 16.0 inch 2.5K 240Hz panel driven by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with 24 cores and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7. 64GB DDR5 and a 2TB PCIe SSD keep large libraries and heavy multitasking responsive. Windows 11 Home and a Microsoft Office licence ship ready to use.

Thermals and power

A 3ms response time IPS-level screen with 100% DCI-P3 runs cool for long sessions while the chassis measures 13.94 x 10.55 x 0.9 inches and weighs 5.84 pounds. The 24-core processor reaches 5.4 GHz turbo without loud fan spikes in typical gaming loads. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 maintain stable links without extra dongles.

Build integration

One HDMI 2.1, one Thunderbolt 4, one USB-C 3.2 and three USB-A 3.2 ports plus an RJ45 LAN jack cover external displays, fast storage and wired networking. The 16:10 anti-glare display frees vertical space for code or timelines. No SD card reader means photographers need a separate adapter.

How it compares

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

Price $3,104.99
Pricier than about 81% 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 8 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 4,061 items is 8 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameROG Strix G16
Product colorGray
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 size64 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Touch inputNo
Display formatQHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 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 do I install an additional SSD in the ROG Strix G16 and what step is often missed?

The 2TB PCIe SSD is already fitted; if adding a second drive, open the base, insert the M.2 module at an angle, secure the screw, then enable the new volume in Windows Disk Management — the step many skip.

What maintenance will the RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics need over time?

No user-serviceable parts on the GPU; keep the intake vents clear, repaste the CPU/GPU only if temperatures rise above spec, and update NVIDIA drivers quarterly for stability.

Which limit appears first during long gaming sessions on the 24-core 275HX?

The 5.4 GHz turbo drops once the cooling solution hits its thermal ceiling, so sustained clocks settle lower than the peak single-core figure.

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