Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) vs Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)

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.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) leads overall

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) · 70 overall, #29 of 94

Key differences

Display resolutionApple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) 3456 × 2234 vs 2560 × 1600 px
Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
BrightnessApple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) 500 nits brighter
Battery capacityApple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) 99.6 vs 90 Wh
Display typeAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) OLED vs Liquid Retina XDR

Scores by Category

MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) wins 6 of 14 categories · ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) wins 5

Category	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)	Lead
Display		+4
Performance		+80
Battery		Tie
Memory		+27
Design & Weight		+4
Processor		+8
Storage		+30
Integrated Graphics		+59
Ports		+7
Connectivity		+15
Webcam		Tie
Security		+44
Sound		+10
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)

MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max) is 0.2 kg (10%) heavier than ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026).

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

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MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)

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Watch-outs

Compromises to know before you buy

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.

Apple MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)

RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
Storage isn't user-upgradeable.
No USB-A ports — older accessories need an adapter.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Processor model

Integrated Graphics

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Integrated graphics model	N/A

Memory

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Memory capacity	N/A	36 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	No

Storage

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Storage capacity	N/A	1 TB
Socket type
PCIe version	4	N/A
Storage upgradeable	Yes	No

Display

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Size	16 in	16.2 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	3456 × 2234 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:10
Refresh rate	240 Hz100% more	120 Hz
Response time	0.2 ms	N/A
Display type
Brightness	1,100 nits	1,600 nits45% more
Pen support	N/A	No
Touch support	N/A	No
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	87%

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Number of speakers	6	6
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	N/A	3

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Battery capacity	90 Wh	99.6 Wh11% more
Maximum charge power	250 W79% more	140 W

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	No

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
USB Type A	2	0
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Color	N/A
Dimensions	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm	35.57 × 24.81 × 1.68 cm
Weight	1.95 kg9% less	2.15 kg

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
Fingerprint scanner	N/A	Yes
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	No

Performance

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Max)
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	38,348
Active cooling	N/A	Yes
Release Date	May 22, 2026	November 8, 2024

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.