Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) vs HP Omen Transcend 14 (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

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) leads overall

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) · 70 overall, #29 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) 700 nits brighter
Battery capacityAsus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) 90 vs 71 Wh
Display resolutionHP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px
WeightHP Omen Transcend 14 (2025) 0.32 kg lighter

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 5 of 14 categories

Category	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)Omen Transcend 14 (2025)	Lead
Display		+18
Performance		+80
Battery		+24
Memory		+25
Design & Weight		+16
Processor		Tie
Storage		+9
Discrete Graphics		+73
Ports		+3
Connectivity		Tie
Webcam		Tie
Security		+100
Sound		+36
Input		Tie

Physical Comparison

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026) is 0.32 kg (20%) heavier than Omen Transcend 14 (2025).

Value for Money

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

ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)

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Omen Transcend 14 (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.

HP Omen Transcend 14 (2025)

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

Detailed Specifications

Processor

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Processor model

Discrete Graphics

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Dedicated GPU	Yes	Yes
Discrete graphics model	N/A
3DMark Time Spy Graphics	N/A	N/A

Memory

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Memory capacity	N/A	32 GB
Technology
Memory upgradeable	No	No

Storage

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Storage capacity	N/A	1 TB
Socket type
PCIe version	4	4
Storage upgradeable	Yes	Yes

Display

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Size	16 in14% more	14 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 nits175% more	400 nits
Pen support	N/A	N/A
Touch support	N/A	N/A
Screen-to-body ratio	85%	78%

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Number of speakers	6	2
Power	N/A	N/A
Dolby Atmos	Yes	N/A
Number of microphones	N/A	2

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Webcam resolution	1920 × 1080 px	1920 × 1080 px

Battery

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Battery capacity	90 Wh27% more	71 Wh
Maximum charge power	250 W79% more	140 W

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Backlit keyboard	Yes	Yes
Numpad	N/A	N/A

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
USB Type A	2	2
USB Type C	2	2
Thunderbolt technology
HDMI port	Yes	Yes
Card reader	Yes	N/A
Headphone jack	Yes	Yes

Design & Weight

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Color	N/A	N/A
Dimensions	35.4 × 24.6 × 1.79 cm	31.3 × 23.35 × 1.79 cm
Weight	1.95 kg	1.63 kg16% less

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
Fingerprint scanner	N/A	N/A
Infrared face recognition support	Yes	N/A

Performance

Feature	ROG Zephyrus G16 (2026)	Omen Transcend 14 (2025)
PassMark CPU Mark	N/A	34,215
Active cooling	N/A	Yes
Release Date	May 22, 2026	May 1, 2025

Specification Note

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