Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) vs Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra

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.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) leads overall

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) · 77 overall, #10 of 94

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra · 72 overall, #21 of 94

Key differences

Display resolutionMicrosoft Surface Laptop Ultra 3270 × 2180 vs 2560 × 1600 px
Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) 240 vs 120 Hz
BrightnessMicrosoft Surface Laptop Ultra 500 nits brighter
Processor modelAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) Intel Core Ultra 9 285H vs Nvidia RTX Spark N1X
USB Type CMicrosoft Surface Laptop Ultra 3 vs 2

Scores by Category

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) wins 8 of 14 categories · Surface Laptop Ultra wins 2

Category	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)Surface Laptop Ultra	Lead
Display		+12
Performance		+50
Battery		+69
Memory		+5
Design & Weight		Tie
Processor		+30
Storage		+9
Discrete Graphics		+84
Ports		+16
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		+23
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)Surface Laptop Ultra

Surface Laptop Ultra is 0.05 kg (3%) heavier than ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025).

Value for Money

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

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)

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Surface Laptop Ultra

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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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra

No notable compromises found.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Dedicated GPU	Yes	N/A
Discrete graphics model		N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	N/A	N/A

Memory

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Memory capacity	64 GB	N/A
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	N/A

Storage

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Storage capacity	2 TB	N/A
Socket type		N/A
PCIe version	4	N/A
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Size	16 in7% more	15 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	3270 × 2180 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	3:2
Refresh rate	240 Hz100% more	120 Hz
Response time	N/A	N/A
Display type		N/A
Brightness	500 nits	1,000 nits100% more
Pen support	No	No
Touch support	No	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	85%

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Number of speakers	6	4
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	3	2

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Battery capacity	90 Wh	N/A
Maximum charge power	240 W71% more	140 W

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	No	N/A

Ports

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
USB Type A	2	1
USB Type C	2	3
Thunderbolt technology		N/A
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.74 cm	32.88 × 23.87 × 1.8 cm
Weight	1.95 kg3% less	2 kg

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
Fingerprint scanner	No	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	Yes

Performance

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025)	Surface Laptop Ultra
PassMark CPU Mark	34,215	N/A
Active cooling	Yes	Yes
Release Date	March 31, 2025	October 16, 2026

Specification Note

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