Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) vs Asus Zenbook A16 2026

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 Zenbook A16 2026 has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.

Verdict

Asus Zenbook A16 2026 and Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) are closely matched

Asus Zenbook A16 2026 · 68 overall, #39 of 94

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

Key differences

Refresh rateAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 240 vs 120 Hz
BrightnessAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 600 nits brighter
WeightAsus Zenbook A16 2026 0.75 kg lighter
Battery capacityAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 90 vs 70 Wh
Display resolutionAsus Zenbook A16 2026 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px

Scores by Category

Zenbook A16 2026 wins 6 of 14 categories · ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) wins 4

Category	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)Zenbook A16 2026	Lead
Display		+9
Performance		+30
Battery		+26
Memory		+25
Design & Weight		+32
Processor		+8
Storage		+9
Integrated Graphics		+53
Ports		+18
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+28
Sound		Tie
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)Zenbook A16 2026

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) is 0.75 kg (63%) heavier than Zenbook A16 2026.

Value for Money

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

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

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Zenbook A16 2026

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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 Zenbook A16 2026

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Processor model		Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E96100

Integrated Graphics

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Integrated graphics model	N/A	Qualcomm Adreno

Memory

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Memory capacity	N/A	48 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	No

Storage

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Storage capacity	N/A	1 TB
Socket type		M.2 2280
PCIe version	4	4
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Size	16 in	16 in
Display resolution	2560 × 1600 px	2880 × 1800 px
Aspect ratio	16:10	16:10
Refresh rate	240 Hz100% more	120 Hz
Response time	0.2 ms	0.2 ms
Display type
Brightness	1,100 nits120% more	500 nits
Pen support	N/A	N/A
Touch support	N/A	Yes
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	87%

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

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Battery capacity	90 Wh29% more	70 Wh
Maximum charge power	250 W	N/A

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	No

Ports

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
USB Type A	2	1
USB Type C	2	2
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	Yes
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm	35.35 × 24.24 × 1.65 cm
Weight	1.95 kg	1.2 kg38% less

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

Performance

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Zenbook A16 2026
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	N/A
Active cooling	N/A	Yes
Release Date	May 22, 2026	January 1, 2026

Specification Note

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