Gigabyte AERO X16 (1WH93USC94AH) vs ASUS ROG Strix G16
Comparison summary
- Gigabyte AERO X16 is hands-down better laptop for gaming.
- For performance ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a lot better performing processor.
- AERO X16 has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 Home that is in ROG Strix G16.
- AERO X16 has a higher resolution screen (WQXGA).
- For carrying AERO X16 is lighter.
- AERO X16 has a bigger SSD.
Gigabyte AERO X16 (1WH93USC94AH)
ASUS ROG Strix G16
Compare specifications
| Gigabyte AERO X16 (1WH93USC94AH) | ASUS ROG Strix G16 |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 3 Series | AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.22 lbs (1.91 kg) | 10 lbs (4.54 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14 x 9.9 x 0.66 inches | |
| (35.56 x 25.15 x 1.68 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 4000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 19, 2026 | April 18, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,219.00 | $3,199.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,219.00 | $3,199.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Gigabyte AERO X16 (1WH93USC94AH) summary
Gigabyte AERO X16 is an okay value gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card that is ok great for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The 8000gb SSD storage is a remarkable amount. WQXGA resolution is ok for the 16″ 165 Hz IPS screen. Gigabyte AERO X16 is very light at only 4.22 lbs (1.91 kg).
GIGABYTE AERO X16 1WH93USC94AH Gaming Laptop16” WQXGA 2560x1600 Display IPS 165hz AMD Ryzen Al 7 350 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8G GDDR7 64GB DDR5 8TB SSD RGB Backlit KB WiFi 6E Windows 11 Pro
[Upgraded Memory & Storage & OS] Upgraded to 64GB DDR5 SDRAM 5600 Mhz 8TB PCI-E NVMe,Solid State Drive for Storage.
[Processor and Graphics] AMD Ryzen Al 7 350 8-Core Processor (Up to 5.0GHz, 16 MB Smart cache8 Cores 16 Threads) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 8 GB GDDR7
[16" WQXGA 2560 x 1600 165Hz Display] 16" WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS 165Hz 400nits Anti-glare 100% sRGB 165Hz Thin Bezel LCD Display.
[Additional] Single-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard 1080p + IR Camera 76Whr 8-Cell lithium-ion battery (up to 6 hours battery life) 13.98" x 9.87" x 0.65" inches,4.19 lbs 150W AC Adapter
[Connection & Ports] Realtek Wi-Fi 6E (2x2) Bluetooth 5.2,1x USB-C (Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.4), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x USB 2.0, 1x RJ-45, 1x HDMI v2.1, 1x Headphone and microphone combo jack.1 x 32GB USB Drive included.
ASIN: B0HHDD3J59
ASUS ROG Strix G16 summary
ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a reasonably priced Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is passable for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a passable AMD CPU, but enough RAM for its price. Your 4000gb SSD storage is an impressive amount. Only Full HD Plus resolution is lackluster for the 16-inch 165 Hz screen. It is quite bulky at 10 lbs (4.54 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix G16 16" FHD+ 165Hz Gaming Laptop, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7, AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, 64GB DDR5, 5TB Storage (4TB SSD+1TB Docking Station Set), RGB Backlit Keyboard, Win 11, Gray
【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD from SnowBell, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components.【16" FHD+ 165Hz Display】Delivers fluid motion and clear visuals, ensuring fast-paced scenes remain sharp and responsive for gaming and daily use.
【AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor】Built for intensive performance, this powerful processor handles demanding games and heavy workloads with fast responsiveness and smooth multitasking.
【64GB DDR5 RAM】Plenty of high bandwidth to run multiple programs simultaneously without any slowdowns.【4TB PCIe SSD】Massive storage space for your files, applications, and multimedia content, providing fast and reliable data access.
【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 Graphics】Advanced graphics technology delivers lifelike lighting and enhanced detail, providing smooth performance for immersive gaming and creative workloads.【4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard】Enhances your gaming experience by providing visual cues and immersive lighting effects.
【Windows 11 Home】【Dimensions & Weight】13.94"x10.39"x0.89", 5.51 lbs.【Ports】2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2x USB 4 Type-C, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45, 1x Audio jack. Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth.【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB Storage, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
ASIN: B0GT4C71DW