Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) vs Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403

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

Key takeaways

  • Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 leads Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) overall by 11 points (69 vs 58 out of 100).
  • Key differences: refresh rate, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has 240 vs 120 Hz; display resolution, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 has 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px; battery capacity, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has 90 vs 73 Wh; weight, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 is 0.45 kg lighter; size, where Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has 16 vs 14 in.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 leads overall
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 · 69 overall, #37 of 94
69
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) · 70 overall, #29 of 94
58
Key differences
  • Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
  • Display resolutionAsus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px
  • Battery capacityAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 90 vs 73 Wh
  • WeightAsus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403 0.45 kg lighter
  • SizeAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 16 vs 14 in

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 6 of 14 categories

CategoryROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403Lead
Display
+11
Performance
+80
Battery
+20
Memory
+25
Design & Weight
+24
Processor
+11
Storage
+9
Discrete Graphics
+70
Ports
+4
Connectivity
+18
Webcam
Tie
Security
+28
Sound
+10
Input
Tie

Physical Comparison

1.95 kg1.5 kg
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) is 0.45 kg (30%) heavier than ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403.

Value for Money

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

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403

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.

Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Discrete graphics model
N/A
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop
3DMark Time Spy Graphics
N/A
10,392

Memory

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Memory capacity
N/A
32 GB
Technology

Storage

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Storage capacity
N/A
1 TB

Display

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Size
16 in14% more
14 in
Display resolution
2560 × 1600 px
2880 × 1800 px
Refresh rate
240 Hz100% more
120 Hz
Response time
0.2 ms
0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness
1,100 nits
N/A

Battery

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Battery capacity
90 Wh23% more
73 Wh

Design & Weight

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
Weight
1.95 kg
1.5 kg23% less

Performance

Feature
ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) GA403
PassMark CPU Mark
N/A
29,126
Active cooling
N/A
Yes

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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