ROG Zephyrus M16 Unveiled: Featuring 16” Screen in a 15” Laptop

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With all the new gaming laptops that are coming out, it isn’t surprising that ASUS had something monumental packed away in their bag. The new ROG Zephyrus M16 raises all the bars, especially by fitting a 16” display panel in a 15” laptop.

asus unveils rog zephyrus m16

The gaming laptop features a captivating display that is lined with super narrow bezels on all four sides, giving the device a 94% screen to body ratio. It hence manages to integrate a 16” screen inside a compact aluminum chassis for rich and detailed visuals.

The display further integrates a high WQHD resolution with 165Hz refresh rate for butter smooth display and visuals without any glitch or interruptions. Pair that with the 3ms overdrive response and Adaptive Sync and you have an ideal cover for all your artistic endeavours, especially with the 16:10 aspect ratio.

asus rog zephyrus m16 keyboard

This next-gen gaming laptop is also powered by the latest 11th Gen Intel Core i9-11900H for uninterrupted gaming and content creation without any stoppage. Further integrated with the Ampere architecture, the NVIDIA RTX 3070 delivers higher FPS and the latest GPU configuration for smoother efficiency.

Also, the ROG Intelligent Cooling further keeps your device cool to offer the best CPU and GPU performance. The Quiet Cooling prevents unnecessary noise and enables you to get on with the seamless performance of the device, especially when you are playing some of the graphics intensive games.

asus rog zephyrus m16 back side

Designed with a seductively stunning all-black exterior, the CNC-milled perforations with high-quality aluminum gives the device a durable and lightweight look for easier portability, especially if you are always on the go.

Extra-narrow bezels

Compared to last year’s Zephyrus M15, the Zephyrus M16 features a 5% smaller chassis to fit in the 16” display efficiently without any interventions. The redesigned display cable further shrinks the bezel below, offering a further compact design to the device.

Not just for the gamers, the Zephyrus M16 is also a standout device for the professional content creators. From the ultimate color accuracy to cinema-grade DCI-P3 color gamut support, this is an ideal device for editors and photographers that work with multiple applications for editing their photos and videos.

Pair that with Dolby Vision and you have dynamic visuals delivering vibrant and richer images and videos like never before.

Unmatched performance

Not just the visuals or display, ASUS also manages to integrated next-level performance in the Zephyrus M16. The latest Core i9-11900H with 4.9Ghz frequency offer the users with responsive performance like no other.

The processor in this device is paired with 48GB system memory for ultimate multitasking experience beyond your expectations. Also, the device comes with available storage options of up to 2TB SSD for expandable library of all your data and gaming needs.

The integration of the GeForce RTX 3070 GPU in the M16 further outdoes the gaming performance in a slender device. The device is also integrated with the latest ASUS ROG Intelligent Cooling technologies for heightened performance, cooler temperatures in this compact device.

The ROG Armoury Crate is further integrated into the device to enable users to make the desired adjustments and changes as required. It enables the users to toggle between the various operating modes, including Silent, Turbo and Performance.

Sleek and modern design

Despite all the technological advances in the Zephyrus M16, ASUS has managed to do every part of in style. Weighing just 1.9 kg and measuring 19.9 mm in thickness, this device is everything you need for your next creative project.

asus rog zephyrus m16 180 degree flip

As for the battery life, the 90Wh battery offers up to 10 hours of video playback and user experience that will accompany you even when you are traveling. It supports fast charging, especially with the additional Type-C port.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16

CPU Intel Core i9-11900H
Display 165Hz/3ms 16:10 WQHD
100% DCI-P3
GPU GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce RTX 3060
GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
Memory Up to 48GB DDR4
Storage Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
2x M.2 slots
Wireless WiFi 6
Bluetooth 5.2
I/O 1x Thunderbolt 4
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1x microSD card reader
1x HDMI 2.0b
1x RJ45
1x audio combo jack
Battery 90Wh
Size 355 x 243.5 x 19.9mm
1.9kg

Integrated with all the ports

Flexible connectivity options is another factor that makes Zephyrus M16 stand out of the lot. The device is integrated with the latest Thunderbolt 4 port that allows a one-in-all connectivity requirements in the PC. It enables connectivity of two external display monitors for quicker access to the media.

Aside from that, the gaming laptop is further integrated with a separate Type-C and Type-A USB port that allows you to connect the additional gaming peripherals for an immersive experience. Also, the WiFi 6 with the Ethernet jack offers seamless multiplayer action too.

If you are planning on getting your hands on this device, contact your local ROG representative to get a better understanding of the availability and pricing of the Zephyrus M16.

Via ASUS ROG

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Carol Moore

Carol Moore is one of the core author of mylaptopguide. She checks every ingredient of laptops and write laptop reviews as well as lists best laptops for different use.

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