Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) vs Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025)

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

Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) leads overall

Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) · 67 overall, #44 of 94

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

Key differences

Display resolutionAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 2560 × 1600 vs 1920 × 1200 px
Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 165 Hz
WeightAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 0.25 kg lighter
Response timeAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 0.2 vs 3 ms
Display typeAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) OLED vs IPS

Scores by Category

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) wins 7 of 14 categories · TUF Gaming A16 (2025) wins 4

Category	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)TUF Gaming A16 (2025)	Lead
Display		+42
Performance		+80
Battery		Tie
Memory		+42
Design & Weight		+18
Processor		+12
Storage		+6
Discrete Graphics		+75
Ports		+9
Connectivity		+13
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		+35
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)TUF Gaming A16 (2025)

TUF Gaming A16 (2025) is 0.25 kg (13%) 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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TUF Gaming A16 (2025)

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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.

Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025)

No SD card reader.

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Dedicated GPU	Yes	Yes
Discrete graphics model	N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	N/A	14,771

Memory

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Memory capacity	N/A	16 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	Yes

Storage

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Storage capacity	N/A	2 TB
Socket type
PCIe version	4	4
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Size	16 in	16 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	1920 × 1200 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:10
Refresh rate	240 Hz45% more	165 Hz
Response time	0.2 ms93% less	3 ms
Display type
Brightness	1,100 nits	N/A
Pen support	N/A	No
Touch support	N/A	No
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	78%

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Number of speakers	6	2
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes
Number of microphones	N/A	N/A

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Battery capacity	90 Wh	90 Wh
Maximum charge power	250 W4% more	240 W

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	Yes

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
USB Type A	2	3
USB Type C	2	2
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	No
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm	35.4 × 26.9 × 2.57 cm
Weight	1.95 kg11% less	2.2 kg

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
Fingerprint scanner	N/A	No
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	Yes

Performance

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	TUF Gaming A16 (2025)
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	28,797
Active cooling	N/A	Yes
Release Date	May 22, 2026	January 8, 2025

Specification Note

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