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Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
- Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) leads Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) overall by 17 points (68 vs 51 out of 100).
- Key differences: refresh rate, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) has 240 vs 120 Hz; brightness, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 1,500 nits brighter; display resolution, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) has 3024 × 1986 vs 2560 × 1600 px; battery capacity, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) has 90 vs 72.6 Wh; weight, where Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) is 0.57 kg lighter.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) leads overall
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) · 77 overall, #10 of 94
68
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) · 64 overall, #54 of 94
51
Key differences
- Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) 240 vs 120 Hz
- BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) 1,500 nits brighter
- Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) 3024 × 1986 vs 2560 × 1600 px
- Battery capacityAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) 90 vs 72.6 Wh
- WeightApple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) 0.57 kg lighter
Scores by Category
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) wins 6 of 15 categories · MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) wins 5
| Category | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +17 | |
| Performance | +80 | |
| Battery | +24 | |
| Memory | +31 | |
| Design & Weight | +32 | |
| Processor | +13 | |
| Storage | +62 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +46 | |
| Discrete Graphics | +84 | |
| Ports | +7 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Webcam | Tie | |
| Security | +44 | |
| Sound | Tie | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) is 0.57 kg (41%) heavier than MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro).
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)
MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)
- RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
Apple MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro)
- No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model |
Discrete Graphics
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Discrete graphics model | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 64 GB167% more | 24 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | No | N/A |
Storage
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 2 TB100% more | 1 TB |
Display
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Size | 16 in13% more | 14.2 in |
Display resolution | 2560 × 1600 px | 3024 × 1986 px |
Refresh rate | 240 Hz100% more | 120 Hz |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 500 nits | 2,000 nits300% more |
Battery
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 90 Wh24% more | 72.6 Wh |
Ports
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
USB Type C | 2 | 3 |
Design & Weight
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions | 35.4 × 24.6 × 1.74 cm | 31.08 × 21.63 × 1.50 cm |
Weight | 1.95 kg | 1.38 kg29% less |
Performance
| Feature | ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) | MacBook Pro 14 PROLED (M5 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 34,215 | N/A |
Active cooling | Yes | N/A |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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