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Black gaming laptop with a 16 inch display and slim profile

ASUS

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM 16.0" WUXGA 165Hz i7-12700H RTX 3060 16GB DDR5 4TB NVMe gaming

SKU CH-KQCY-C2CAK

A 16.0" WUXGA 165Hz gaming laptop with a 14-core i7-12700H, RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6, 16GB DDR5 and 4TB NVMe storage

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 12th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive4 TB (2 × 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200

Operating System Windows 11 Pro

Memory 16GB

SSD 4 TB

  • 14-core i7-12700H reaches 4.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • 0" WUXGA 165 Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 drives modern games at high settings
  • 4 TB NVMe storage in dual 2 TB drives holds large libraries
  • 16 GB DDR5 4800 MHz memory keeps multitasking smooth

16-inch WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM combines a 16.0-inch WUXGA IPS-level panel running at 165Hz with an Intel Core i7-12700H 14-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. It targets gamers and creators who need colour-accurate visuals and high refresh rates in a portable chassis. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Sustained Load Thermal Behaviour

The 14-core Alder Lake CPU reaches a maximum turbo frequency of 4.7 GHz while the RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 drives the 500-nit display. Under continuous load the slim 0.78-inch profile relies on the factory-applied Gelid GC Extreme thermal interface material to manage heat across both processors. DDR5 4800MHz memory supports steady throughput during long sessions.

Pre-Purchase Compatibility Checklist

Verify that your workflow benefits from the 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut and 1200:1 contrast ratio of the 1920 x 1200 panel. Confirm the 4 TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage configuration (2 x 2 TB) meets capacity and speed requirements. Ensure the 4.19 kg weight and 13.98 x 9.57 inch footprint suit your mobility needs.

How it compares

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

Price $1,367.99
Cheaper than about 80% 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 Zephyrus M16
Model nameROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM
Part numberGU603ZM-M16.I73060-HID4P
Product colorBlack
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeGaming & Entertainment
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel® Core™ 12th Generation Alder Lake i7-12700H
Processor modelIntel Core i7-12700H
CPU cores14
Turbo clock speed4.7 GHz
Processor codenameAlder Lake
L3 cache size24 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4 4800 MHz
Memory configuration1 × 8 GB On-Board + 1 × 8 GB
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory40 GB
Storage
Storage drive4 TB (2 × 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
SSD storage4 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration4 TB (2 × 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Refresh frequency165 Hz
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16.0 in WUXGA
Display formatWUXGA
Screen features165 Hz 3 ms IPS-Level, 500-nits, 1200:1 Contrast, 100% DCI-P3, 85/85/85/85 Viewing Angle, Anti-Glare, Adaptive-Sync, Pantone Validated
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Video RAM6 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 3060
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
SoundSmart Amp Technology / Audio by Dolby Atmos
Speakers2 × 2 W Tweeter / 4 × 2 W Woofer with Smart Amp Technology / Built-in Array Microphone
Web camera720p HD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standard6
NetworkingLAN and WLAN
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-FiASUS Approved Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax)
Bluetooth supportBluetooth® 5.2
Ports & slots
USB ports2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power delivery
Thunderbolt 3 support1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 supports DisplayPort™ / Power Delivery
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0b
Additional ports1 x RJ45 LAN
Audio jacks1 × 3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack
Memory card readerMicroSD, UHS-II @ 312 MB/s
Power
Power adapterø6.0, 240 W AC Adapter, Output: 20 V DC, 12A, 240 W, Input: 100 to 240C AC 50/60 Hz universal
Battery pack90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-Cell Li-Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions13.98 in × 9.57 in × 0.78 in
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardSingle-zone RGB Keyboard Backlight
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

How loud does the ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM get when the i7-12700H hits 4.7 GHz turbo all day?

The 14-core i7-12700H and RTX 3060 share a vapor-chamber cooling stack tuned with Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound; under sustained 100% load the fans reach an audible but not distracting level while keeping CPU and GPU temperatures in check.

What must I already own to use the 4 TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage and 16 GB DDR5 4800 MHz memory?

Nothing extra — the 4 TB array ships as two 2 TB M.2 NVMe drives and the 16 GB DDR5 kit is 8 GB soldered plus one 8 GB SO-DIMM, so the laptop is fully populated and boot-ready.

Will my older USB-A peripherals and HDMI monitor work with the GU603ZM's ports?

Yes — the chassis retains full-size USB-A and HDMI 2.0b alongside USB-C, so legacy mice, drives and external displays connect without adapters.

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