ROG Zephyrus M16 (2023) GU604

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Transcend your reality

ROG Nebula HDR™: 16:10 aspect ratio, QHD 240Hz/3ms Mini LED display & Pantone^® Validation, 100% PCI-P3 & Dolby Vision.

Nebula HDR Engine

The Nebula HDR engine is a purpose-built local dimming algorithm that produces stunning highlights with unparalleled depth. Trained on an instruction set of more than 150 videos and over 2000 still photos, the algorithm can dynamically adjust the HDR lighting needed to minimize blooming around individual dimming zones by 25%.

The words “Mini LED” on a dark blue and purple background.

Mini LED technology

Mini LEDs are much smaller than typical LEDs, with diodes smaller than 0.2mm. Display engineers can pack these diodes in much more densely than on typical displays, allowing for 1024 separate zones of Mini LEDs that can dim themselves individually.

Cyberpunk scene of a neon lit city skyline from the ROG SAGA universe.

100,000:1 High Contrast Ratio

Thanks to the high pixel density afforded by Mini LEDs, our Nebula HDR panels have a much higher contrast ratio than standard laptop displays. This creates darker blacks and brighter highlights, for a stunning image that truly pops.

G-SYNC Technology

Nothing breaks in-game immersion like stuttering and tearing. GPUs render frames at variable rates, but displays usually refresh at a constant clip, so they can get out of sync, causing visible hitching and artifacts that pull you out of the action. With NVIDIA^® G-SYNC, the refresh rate of the display synchronizes with the GPU’s frame rate to eliminate visual tearing, minimize stuttering, and reduce input lag. Get ready to experience gameplay that looks and feels more natural than ever.

Dolby Vision^® Technology

Scene to scene, frame to frame, Dolby Vision^® makes media look better. This technology improves on standard high dynamic range (HDR) 4K video, dynamically adjusting visuals to make every image in front of you richer, brighter, and livelier. Creators can film and edit their streams, videos, and other content in a format commonly used by industry professionals.

Laptop screen, with superimposed high contrast color image of exploding paint on top.

Pantone^® Color Validation

Each IPS-level display is factory-calibrated to ensure that colors are accurate to the Pantone^® palette. Artists, designers, and content creators can add high-quality content to their portfolios and enjoy richer gaming visuals all on the same machine.

Graphic showing the color accuracy score and calibration of the screen.

100% DCI-P3 Color Coverage

While the sRGB color space is the standard for most digital visuals, it only represents about 75% of the DCI-P3 spectrum used for professional filmmaking. Displays with complete DCI-P3 coverage offer a wide color gamut and rich color, and let you see films and other media exactly the way they were meant to be experienced.

Tackle ANYTHING

Enjoy portability and versatility without sacrificing Windows 11 Pro gaming power. The ROG Zephyrus M16 speeds through gaming and multitasking with up to a 13^th Gen Intel^® Core™ i9-13900H processor. Game with confidence with up to an NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX™ 4090 Laptop GPU. With a dedicated MUX Switch, NVIDIA^® Advanced Optimus, and G-SYNC support, every game runs at peak performance with no tearing. Move freely to create, stream, and game wherever the mood strikes.

Windows 11 Pro

Up to 13th Intel^®

Core^™ i9-13900H

Processor

Up to NVIDIA^® GeForce

RTX^™ 4090

Laptop GPU

Up to

2TB PCIe^® 4.0

SSD storage

Up to

64GB 4800Hz

DDR5 memory

Up to

145W

GPU power with Dynamic Boost

13th Gen Intel^® Core^™ i9 Processor

Power through any game or project with an Intel^® Core™ i9-13900H processor featuring a hybrid architecture built from the ground up for Windows 11. With up to 6 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores, AAA gaming and streaming is effortless.

14 Cores

8 e-cores + 6 p-cores

threads

GPU Power Unleashed

Top-tier components require power, especially when it comes to maximizing your GPU’s performance. Powered by NVIDIA DLSS 3, ultra-efficient Ada Lovelace arch, and Max-Q Technologies. The NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX™ 4090 Laptop GPU is fully unleashed with a max TGP of 145W, thanks to the extra 25W available with Dynamic Boost. Higher power limits allow the card to boost higher for longer, squeezing the absolute most performance out of your machine and ensuring you have highest framerates possible.

Up to NVIDIA^® GeForce

RTX^™ 4090

Laptop GPU

Max TGP

145W

with Dynamic Boost

NVIDIA^® Advanced Optimus

Clocked to the Max

GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptops

Beyond Fast for Gamers and Creators

Side by side screenshots of gameplay, on the left showing low FPS with DLSS disabled and ray tracing turned on, with the right showing substantially higher FPS with DLSS 3 enabled along with ray tracing.

AI-Powered Performance and Lifelike Graphics*

Get a quantum leap in performance in games and creative apps with AI-powered DLSS 3 and enable lifelike virtual worlds with full ray tracing.

*Cyberpunk 2077 image captured on a desktop with new Ray Tracing: Overdrive Mode ON, shown for illustrative purposes only. Actual performance varies by system.

Image of a seahorse with 3D creation software, on three panels showing the various stages of modeling and coloring.

Accelerate Your Ideas

NVIDIA Studio takes your creative projects to the next level. Unlock RTX and AI acceleration in top creatives apps, NVIDIA Studio drivers for max stability, and a suite of exclusive tools to fast-track your creativity.

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Optimized Power and Performance

NVIDIA Max-Q is an advanced suite of AI-powered technologies that optimize your system for peak efficiency. This enables blazing-fast laptops that are thin, quiet, and have amazing battery life.

Artists rendering of the signal path between the CPU, GPU, MUX Switch and display.

MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus

With NVIDIA^® Advanced Optimus, the laptop can automatically route frames from the discrete GPU directly to the display using a MUX Switch, bypassing the integrated graphics. This pathing improves performance by 5-10% compared to machines without a MUX Switch, making sure you get the absolute best gaming experience — all without needing touch a single button.

3D rendering of two DDR5 SO-DIMMs installed in the machine.

Energy-Efficient DDR5 Memory

Boasting up to a 64GB capacity normally reserved for high-end workstations ultra-fast 4800MHz memory allows the Zephyrus M16 to multitask with ease. Both SO-DIMMs are easily accessible for future upgrades.

3D rendering of NVMe SSD installed in the machine.

Spacious Storage

Games, applications, and large files load at warp speed on an ultrafast PCIe^® 4.0 SSD. Up to 2TB of storage leaves loads of room for creative apps and tons of games, with space to spare for your professional portfolio. A second M.2 SSD slot supports PCIe^® 4.0 and RAID 0, which gives you the flexibility to easily add more storage to boost total capacity or run a separate scratch disk to accelerate content creation.

ROG SAGA character SE7EN partially rendered above the Zephyrus M16’s keyboard, with game development software and a cityscape scene seen on screen.

Game. Stream. Create.

The Zephyrus M16 is built from the ground up for gamers — and, of course, game developers. The Zephyrus M16 can run all of the latest game engines like Unity and Autodesk, enabling you to unlock your creativity and try your hand at making something new. Whether you’re a digital artist, streamer, video editor, or dabble with animation and game development, the Zephyrus M16 has all the horsepower you need to take your creations to the next level.

The ROG Zephyrus M16 builds upon years of Intelligent Cooling experience to relentlessly push the boundaries of what an ultraportable laptop is capable of. Our Tri-Fan Technology and unique full-width heatsink elevate the M16 from just a thin and light to a true gaming machine. Thermal Grizzly liquid metal thermal compound, a unique Tri-Fan thermal module, and the ability to stay completely silent with 0dB Ambient Cooling Technology keep the Zephyrus M16 on the cutting edge of cool.

Liquid Metal

Tri-Fan

Technology

Full-width

heatsink

Up to

13°C

cooler

0dB

Ambient Cooling

Close up 3D rendering of Thermal Grizzly’s liquid metal applied to the M16.

Close up 3D rendering of the full-width heatsink.

Close up 3D rendering of the seven heatpipe system.

Close up 3D rendering of the Tri-Fan Technology system.

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0dB Ambient Cooling

Enjoy truly silent cooling under light workloads with 0dB Ambient Cooling Technology. In the Silent operating mode, the cooling system switches off all fans during everyday tasks to dissipate heat passively. This lets you concentrate on your work and immerse yourself in movies with less distraction. If CPU or GPU temperatures increase, the fans automatically switch on again.

Tri-Fan Technology

At the heart of every great laptop is a great cooling solution. Our new Tri-Fan Technology directs air though precisely calculated cutouts in the chassis, sending airflow directly towards internal components to keep them cool in all conditions. A third auxiliary fan also helps to send additional heat from the GPU directly to the heatsinks, keeping the machine cool during long video renders or gaming sessions.

Full-width Heatsink

The M16 features 319 heatsink fins, with each stack lined with ultra-thin copper fins as slim as 0.1mm. This allows for higher density and lower air resistance, with a total of 113,523 mm² of surface area. This all-copper construction continues to the full-width heatsink, which is double the size of a normal heatsink and covers the entire rear of the machine.

Liquid Metal

Liquid metal compound from Thermal Grizzly reduces CPU temperatures by up to 13°C compared to standard thermal paste. Applying it onto CPUs is delicate work, so ROG commissioned custom equipment to automate the process with mechanical precision, and designed a patented internal fence to contain the compound.

7 Comprehensive Heatpipes

7 heatpipes pull heat away from not only the CPU, GPU and VRAM, but also the VRM circuitry supplying them with power. Reducing the temperature of these components helps improve long-term stability and reliability.

Dust Filter

First introduced on the Zephyrus G14, the ROG Zephyrus M16 features a dust filter on its intake vents. Dust and fibers can collect inside the machine, trapping heat and causing degraded performance over time. A filter helps keep dust out, allowing the CPU and GPU to breathe easier for years of smooth and stable operation.

*Internal testing in a simulated dusty environment

Arc Flow Fans™

Our Arc Flow Fans™ feature 84 curved blades specially shaped to maximize airflow with minimal noise. This patented new design is made possible by the latest liquid-crystal-polymer processing technologies, allowing us to create ultra-thin and strong fan blades. Variable thickness blades, which taper down to just 0.2mm at the tip, reduce turbulence as the fan accelerates air with centrifugal force, giving you a quieter overall experience without reducing performance.

*Airflow improvements compared to the 71-blade ROG fan design, as tested internally by ASUS.

Stylish. Sophisticated. Supercharged.

For the first time, the M16 will feature an AniMe Matrix™ display. With 18,710 precision machined holes on the lid of the machine, animations are crisper and cleaner than ever before. For models without the AniMe Matrix™ LED array, the perforations are covered with Monochrome Film, allowing the lid to color shift with the light. For 2023, we’re also introducing a new matte black color with an overfiring finish. Helping to complete the stealth look, this finish is also incredibly fingerprint resistant. With four polished side panels and a holographic nameplate, the M16 exudes a sense of style and luxury not seen in standard gaming laptops.

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View of the rear of showing the nameplate.

View of the side of the chassis with the lid closed, with emphasis on the new polished finish.

Brush up

Traditional machining techniques for a laptop chassis involve drill cuts, which can leave some slight visible marks. The M16 has had its chassis polished to perfection with ten grinding passes, leaving a stunning and luxurious finish on all four sidewalls.

Closeup 3D rendering of the M16’s hinge and v-cut design.

V for Victory

The exhaust vent design has been redesigned for 2023. Thanks to the new polished sidewalls, the M16 looks sleek from any angle, including the rear. The v-cut hinge the bottom of the screen bezel has also been adjusted, reducing exhaust airflow directly onto the display without reducing cooling efficiency.

Image of the CNC holes on the lid, with a close up section highlighting the new density change.

Razor sharp

The M16 has a high-density AniMe Matrix™ array, allowing for more vivid and creative animations. Original AniMe Matrix™ laptops had a 1:4 LED to CNC hole ratio, but the 2023 M16 has upgraded that ratio to a staggering 1:9. Unleash your creativity with the power of the brand-new AniMe Matrix™ array.

View of the M16’s Monochrome Film, mostly black with a gray gradient.

Subtle style

For models without AniMe Matrix™, those same CNC holes are enhanced with a Monochrome Film. By subtly refracting and reflecting light differently across the lid, the M16 always demands your attention.

Close up view of the holographic nameplate.

Bold identification

The design for the M16’s nameplate also got an overhaul for 2023. Instead of a physical deposition process, we implemented nano-imprint lithography to give the nameplate an even more radiant holographic hue.

Side view of the laptop, showing the full 180° ErgoLift hinge capability.

Stand tall

In order to keep the machine thin and light, we squeezed every single inch of our mainboard into a design that incorporates our ErgoLift hinge. This allowed us to keep the bezels thin, keeping the footprint of the machine as small as possible while maximizing screen real estate. In addition, the ErgoLift hinge raises the chassis slightly off the surface it’s resting on, greatly increasing access to fresh air for superior cooling. One hinge, multiple benefits.

Explore the matrix

AniMe Matrix™ and Virtual Pet OMNI have both gotten an upgrade. More LEDs mean more animation possibilities, and OMNI returns with a whole host of mini games, like the Slot Machine, Shoot’em Up and Whack-A-Mole. The games will also light up the AniMe Matrix™ as you progress, and getting high scores will unlock more animations for OMNI as he joins you on the desktop.

Endless personalization

Make the Zephyrus M16 uniquely yours with customizable animation options. Display text messages or system notifications, set the matrix to respond in real time to your audio source, or create a custom animation of your very own.

Front view of the active AniMe Matrix™ modes, with “Zephyrus M16” written on screen.

*PC required to save custom animations

Unified System Tuning and Personalization

ROG’s own OMNI mascot acts as a fun sidekick who doubles as an interactive assistant. OMNI lives on your desktop after activation and reacts in real time to changes in system load and battery level. The virtual pet can also be configured to hang out on the Zephyrus M16’s AniMe Matrix™ display.

View of the laptop screen, with OMNI and his virtual assistant options on screen.

When you want to tweak settings, monitor temperatures, or tinker with your laptop, Armoury Crate is your command center. Real-time monitoring allows you to see what your GPU, CPU and memory are doing. RGB can be adjusted on a game-by-game basis with Aura Sync. Fan and power profiles allow you to change the acoustics, power delivery, and thermal characteristics of the laptop on the fly. And exclusive game deals keep your library topped off at all times.

View of the main splash page of Armoury Crate.

ROG GameVisual software offers six expertly tuned graphic modes designed to optimize your visual experience for specific game genres. First Person Shooter (FPS) mode, for example, enhances visibility in dark environments, allowing you to get the drop on any enemies lurking in the shadows. Use GameVisual to get the best experience for every game in your library.

View of the Game Visual settings menu in Armoury Crate.

Automatic switching between Silent, Performance, and Turbo modes is just the beginning for Scenario Profiles. You can also define application-specific preferences for other vital system settings, like the lighting configuration and whether the Windows key or touchpad are enabled. Armoury Crate makes adjustments in an instant to best fit the task at hand, and you can configure each profile exactly how you want.

View of the Scenario Profiles settings menu in Armoury Crate.

portability

Infographic highlighting the dimensions of the M16.

19.9mm
< 2.1kg

Portability wasn’t sacrificed for flagship gaming power. Weighing under 2.1kg and less than 20mm thick, the M16 is a joy to travel with.

View of the screen, and information on the battery life of the M16.

90Wh

Work and play confidently far from wall sockets with a large 90Wh battery.

50% in 30min

That mobility continues with fast charging support that can juice up the M16 from 0-50% in just 30 minutes.

View of the main screen, with Windows Hello information.

FHD 1080p

An infrared camera ensures seamless unlocking with Windows Hello support, even in low light conditions.

View of the M16, with a radio wave icon in the background to emphasize Wi-Fi

With full support for the new Wi-Fi 6E standard, the M16 can enjoy broadband level connections, even in congested networks.

Sink Into Sublime Sound

Streaming, recording, and gaming are streamlined with the Zephyrus M16’s multi-faceted audio system. Boasting Dolby Atmos^® technology, twin tweeters and dual force-canceling woofers offer beautifully balanced acoustics, all housed in a redesigned speaker pattern. A customizable 3D mic array captures audio in a variety of scenarios, while Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation clarifies sound from your feed and incoming feeds as well.

Immersive

6 speakers

set up

Dual

force-canceling

woofers

Versatile

3D mic

array

Two-Way AI

Noise-Cancelation

technology

View of the M16 screen with audio editing software open, with stylized sound waves coming from the device.

New Speaker
Pattern Design

3D Mic Array

Three modes for the integrated microphone array give you greater control over your input. Cardioid mode captures sound from right in front of the laptop, while minimizing input from the back, making it ideal for streaming and gaming. Stereo mode uses right and left channels to record a wider soundscape for live music or other immersive experiences. Omnidirectional mode picks up sound from all directions equally for clearer group conference calls.

View of the M16, with cluttered sound waves on the left being “cleaned” before exiting to the right.

Two-way AI Noise Cancelation

Our advanced Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation technology runs on the CPU, which frees up the GPU to hit higher FPS. It works with any input device and also with downstream connections, letting you remove noise from both your own mic input and from incoming feeds. Noise-canceling settings can even be customized per program, filtering specific apps like voice chat without affecting game audio you want to remain untouched.

View of the M16, with icons showing the spatial sound around the laptop.

Dolby Atmos Immersive Sound

Richer audio draws you more deeply into gameplay and media. Virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos enhances spatial immersion with more nuanced, layered sound effects that you can optimize with specially tuned preset modes for movies and games.

The key to victory

Maintain a low profile with a new Stealth Type keyboard that keeps keystrokes under 30dB. Input complex commands at speed with N-key rollover that ensures every press is registered, and Overstroke technology that lowers each key’s actuation point for effortless input. With a 20 million keypress lifetime, 1.7mm travel distance, and illuminated keycaps, you’ll be typing comfortably in all conditions for years to come.

1.7mm

travel distance

< 30 dB

silent keyboard rollover

20 million

key-press lifetime

Keyboard of the M16, with keys illuminated with white light.

Keyboard of the M16, with single zone RGB illumination shown on keycaps.

Expansive connectivity

A variety of I/O ports keep you connected and let you stay productive no matter where you are. The ultra-versatile Thunderbolt™ 4 port with DisplayPort™ 1.4 and Power Delivery 3.0 is joined by two USB 3.2 Type-A ports for a gaming mouse, gamepad, and other accessories. Drive 4K high refresh rate monitors, or up to 8K 60Hz with a dedicated HDMI 2.1 port. A microSD slot makes it easy for creators to shoot, edit, and process massive images and videos anywhere.

Power

USB 4 Type-C with Thunderbolt™ 4, DisplayPort™ 1.4, and Power Delivery 3.0

HDMI 2.1

USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A

3.5mm Audio Jack

MicroSD (UHS-II)

USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C with DisplayPort™ 1.4 and Power Delivery 3.0

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A

Kensington Lock

GEAR UP AND GAME

Game in style with ROG accessories. Aim precisely where you mean to with the 19,000 dpi sensor on the ROG Gladius III mouse. Immerse in rich, true-to-life sound with the ROG Fusion II 300 headset. Carry it all safely with you in a durable, RGB-accented 15” ROG Ranger backpack.

*Bundled peripherals may vary according to regions. Please check with local vendors for exact offers.

Image showing the M16, ROG Ranger backpack, Gladius III mouse, and ROG Fusion II 300 headset all together.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Discover your next favorite game

Play over 100 high-quality games with friends on your PC, console, phone or tablet for one low monthly price.* With games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.

*Terms and exclusions apply. Game catalog varies over time, by region, and by device. See xbox.com/gamepass and https://www.ea.com/eaplay/terms, for details. Xbox Cloud Gaming: Streaming limits apply. Requires compatible controller (sold separately), supported device and Xbox Game Pass app; see system requirements. System requirements vary by game; performance scales with higher-end systems.

Awards

CES 2023 Innovation Awards

ROG Zephyrus M16 won the CES 2023 Innovation Award, a world-renowned design award.

CES 2023 Innovation Awards

ROG Zephyrus M16 won the CES 2023 Innovation Award, a world-renowned design award.

Media Reviews

CES 2023 Innovation Awards

ROG Zephyrus M16 won the CES 2023 Innovation Award, a world-renowned design award.

Frandroid

The idea behind the Zephyrus M16 is to offer the best of what you can find on the very high end, both for a gaming experience and content creation.

Frandroid

The idea behind the Zephyrus M16 is to offer the best of what you can find on the very high end, both for a gaming experience and content creation.

Presse Citron

On the occasion of CES 2023, Asus renews its catalog of PCs designed for gaming. Stamped ROG, they adopt the latest technologies and push the limits of gaming on laptop.

Presse Citron

On the occasion of CES 2023, Asus renews its catalog of PCs designed for gaming. Stamped ROG, they adopt the latest technologies and push the limits of gaming on laptop.

ROG Zephyrus M16 (2023) GU604

Transcend your reality

Nebula HDR Engine

Mini LED technology

100,000:1 High Contrast Ratio

G-SYNC Technology

Dolby Vision® Technology

Pantone® Color Validation

100% DCI-P3 Color Coverage

Tackle ANYTHING

13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9 Processor

GPU Power Unleashed

Clocked to the Max

GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptops

AI-Powered Performance and Lifelike Graphics*

Accelerate Your Ideas

Optimized Power and Performance

MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus

Energy-Efficient DDR5 Memory

Spacious Storage

Game. Stream. Create.

0dB Ambient Cooling

Tri-Fan Technology

Full-width Heatsink

Liquid Metal

7 Comprehensive Heatpipes

Dust Filter

Arc Flow Fans™

Stylish. Sophisticated. Supercharged.

Brush up

V for Victory

Razor sharp

Subtle style

Bold identification

Stand tall

Explore the matrix

Endless personalization

Unified System Tuning and Personalization

portability

Sink Into Sublime Sound

3D Mic Array

Two-way AI Noise Cancelation

Dolby Atmos Immersive Sound

The key to victory

Expansive connectivity

GEAR UP AND GAME

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

Awards

Media Reviews

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

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