Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16"
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16" (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB)

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16" Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16" (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB)

Common Features

  • Both laptops are of the Gaming type.
  • Both laptops weigh 1950 g.
  • Both laptops have a backlit keyboard.
  • Both laptops have a volume of 1219.176 cm³.
  • Both laptops have a width of 354 mm.
  • Both laptops have a height of 246 mm.
  • Both laptops have a thickness of 14 mm.
  • Both laptops have a 16″ screen size.
  • Both laptops have a resolution of 2560 x 1600 px.
  • Both laptops have a pixel density of 188 ppi.
  • Both laptops use an OLED/AMOLED display type.
  • Both laptops do not have a touch screen.
  • Both laptops have a refresh rate of 240Hz.
  • Both laptops do not have an anti-reflection coating.
  • Both laptops support 4 displays.
  • Both laptops have 64GB RAM with 7467 MHz speed.
  • Both laptops use flash storage and have 2048GB internal storage.
  • Both laptops have CPUs with 6 x 2.9 & 8 x 2.7 GHz speed and 16 threads.
  • Both laptops use GDDR7 memory and have an NVMe SSD.
  • Both laptops have a battery size of 90 Wh.

Main Differences

  • VRAM is 24GB on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 16GB on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Floating-point performance is 31.8 TFLOPS on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 23.04 TFLOPS on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Texture rate is 496.9 GTexels/s on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 384 GTexels/s on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Pixel rate is 193.9 GPixel/s on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 144 GPixel/s on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • GPU clock speed is 990 MHz on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 975 MHz on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • GPU turbo is 1515 MHz on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 1500 MHz on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP) is 95W on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 80W on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Render output units (ROPs) are 128 on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 96 on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Texture mapping units (TMUs) are 328 on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 256 on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
  • Shading units are 10496 on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and 7680 on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB).
Specs Comparison
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16"

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16"

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16" (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB)

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16" (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB)

Design:
Type Gaming Gaming
weight 1950 g 1950 g
Uses a fanless design
Has a backlit keyboard
volume 1219.176 cm³ 1219.176 cm³
width 354 mm 354 mm
height 246 mm 246 mm
thickness 14 mm 14 mm
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
has a rugged build

Both the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) share identical design specifications. The weight for both products is 1950 g, and neither uses a fanless design. Both feature a backlit keyboard, and their volume is 1219.176 cm³. The dimensions of both laptops are identical, with a width of 354 mm, a height of 246 mm, and a thickness of 14 mm. Additionally, neither model is weather-sealed (splashproof) or has a rugged build.

In terms of design, there are no differences between the two products when considering these specifications. Both are gaming laptops with the same build characteristics, offering similar form factors and features such as the backlit keyboard.

Ultimately, if you are choosing between the two based solely on design specs, the experience will be the same for both models.

Display:
screen size 16" 16"
resolution 2560 x 1600 px 2560 x 1600 px
pixel density 188 ppi 188 ppi
Display type OLED/AMOLED OLED/AMOLED
has a touch screen
refresh rate 240Hz 240Hz
has anti-reflection coating
supported displays 4 4

The display specifications for the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) are identical. Both models feature a 16″ screen size with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 px and a pixel density of 188 ppi. The display type is OLED/AMOLED for both laptops, and neither has a touch screen. Both also come with a refresh rate of 240Hz, and neither includes an anti-reflection coating. Furthermore, both support up to 4 displays.

Since both products share the same display characteristics, there are no differences between them in terms of screen quality, resolution, or features. Whether you opt for the standard or the Ultra version, the display experience will be identical.

In summary, the display specifications of these two models are completely matched, offering the same visual performance and capabilities.

Performance:
RAM 64GB 64GB
RAM speed 7467 MHz 7467 MHz
Uses flash storage
internal storage 2048GB 2048GB
CPU speed 6 x 2.9 & 8 x 2.7 GHz 6 x 2.9 & 8 x 2.7 GHz
CPU threads 16 threads 16 threads
VRAM 24GB 16GB
floating-point performance 31.8 TFLOPS 23.04 TFLOPS
GDDR version GDDR7 GDDR7
texture rate 496.9 GTexels/s 384 GTexels/s
pixel rate 193.9 GPixel/s 144 GPixel/s
Is an NVMe SSD
DirectX version DirectX 12 Ultimate DirectX 12 Ultimate
GPU clock speed 990 MHz 975 MHz
uses multithreading
maximum memory amount 64GB 64GB
DDR memory version 5 5
turbo clock speed 5.4GHz 5.4GHz
GPU turbo 1515 MHz 1500 MHz
memory slots 0 0
PCI Express (PCIe) version 4 4
semiconductor size 4 nm 4 nm
has XeSS (XMX)
Supports 64-bit

The performance specifications of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) differ in a few key areas. Both models feature 64GB of RAM with a speed of 7467 MHz, use flash storage, and have an internal storage capacity of 2048GB. They also share the same CPU configuration, with 6 cores running at 2.9 GHz and 8 cores running at 2.7 GHz, resulting in 16 threads. Additionally, both use an NVMe SSD and support DirectX 12 Ultimate, multithreading, and 64-bit systems.

The primary differences are in the graphics-related specs. The first model (GU605 16″) comes with 24GB of VRAM, a floating-point performance of 31.8 TFLOPS, and a higher texture rate of 496.9 GTexels/s and pixel rate of 193.9 GPixel/s. In comparison, the second model (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080) has 16GB of VRAM, 23.04 TFLOPS of floating-point performance, a texture rate of 384 GTexels/s, and a pixel rate of 144 GPixel/s. The GPU clock speed is also slightly higher in the first model at 990 MHz, compared to 975 MHz in the second model, though both have similar turbo speeds (1515 MHz and 1500 MHz, respectively).

Despite these differences in VRAM, floating-point performance, and GPU clock speeds, the overall CPU, memory, and storage specifications are identical between the two models. These differences in GPU specs suggest a slight performance variance, but the rest of the performance factors are the same for both laptops.

Benchmarks:
Geekbench 6 result (multi) 17173 17173
Geekbench 6 result (single) 2897 2897
PassMark result 33969 33969
PassMark result (single) 4472 4472

The benchmark results for the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) are identical. Both products achieved the same scores across multiple benchmark tests. For Geekbench 6, both models have a multi-core score of 17173 and a single-core score of 2897. Similarly, their PassMark results also match, with both scoring 33969 in the overall benchmark and 4472 in the single-core test.

As a result, there are no differences in terms of performance benchmarks between the two laptops. Despite the differences in their GPU configurations, these benchmark results show that the CPU and overall system performance are exactly the same in both models.

Therefore, when it comes to raw performance, particularly as measured by Geekbench and PassMark, both the standard and Ultra versions of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ provide an equivalent experience.

Connectivity:
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C) 1 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A) 2 2
USB 4 20Gbps ports 0 0
USB 4 40Gbps ports 1 1
Thunderbolt 4 ports 1 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C) 0 0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A) 0 0
Thunderbolt 3 ports 0 0
has an HDMI output
Has USB Type-C
supports Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
has an external memory slot
Bluetooth version 5.4 5.4
RJ45 ports 0 0
HDMI ports 1 1
HDMI version HDMI 2.1 HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort outputs 0 0
USB 2.0 ports 0 0
has AirPlay
mini DisplayPort outputs 0 0
has a VGA connector

The connectivity options of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) are identical. Both models offer the same set of USB ports: 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (USB-C), 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A), and 1 USB 4 40Gbps port. They also both have 1 Thunderbolt 4 port and no USB 3.2 Gen 1 or USB 2.0 ports. The HDMI output is available on both models, with an HDMI 2.1 version, and both laptops support USB Type-C connectivity.

For wireless connectivity, both laptops support Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), and Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n). They also both feature Bluetooth 5.4, AirPlay support, and an external memory slot. Additionally, neither model has RJ45 ports, DisplayPort outputs, mini DisplayPort outputs, or a VGA connector.

Ultimately, the connectivity features are identical across both products, offering a robust and similar range of options for both models.

Battery:
battery size 90 Wh 90 Wh
Has sleep-and-charge USB ports
Has a MagSafe power adapter

The battery specifications for the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) are identical. Both models are equipped with a 90 Wh battery and feature sleep-and-charge USB ports. Neither model includes a MagSafe power adapter.

Since both laptops share the same battery size and charging features, the battery performance and capabilities will be the same for both models.

In summary, there are no differences in the battery specifications between the two models, offering equivalent power options and charging capabilities.

Features:
release date January 2025 January 2025
has stereo speakers
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
supports ray tracing
supports DLSS
has Dolby Atmos
Stylus included
Has a fingerprint scanner
number of microphones 3 3
Uses 3D facial recognition
has voice commands
has a front camera
Has S/PDIF Out port
has a gyroscope
has GPS
has an accelerometer
has a compass
Has an optical disc drive

The features of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) are identical. Both models come with stereo speakers, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and support ray tracing and DLSS. Additionally, both laptops feature Dolby Atmos, 3 microphones, and 3D facial recognition. Neither includes a stylus, fingerprint scanner, or voice command functionality. Both models also have a front camera but lack S/PDIF Out, a gyroscope, GPS, accelerometer, compass, or an optical disc drive.

There are no differences between the two products in terms of features, offering the same set of functionalities and hardware for multimedia and user interactions.

In conclusion, both laptops share an identical set of features, ensuring the same user experience when it comes to these specifications.

Miscellaneous:
clock multiplier 29 29
AMD SAM / Intel Resizable BAR Intel Resizable BAR Intel Resizable BAR
GPU architecture Blackwell Blackwell
has LHR
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 95W 80W
Supports 3D
Supports multi-display technology
OpenCL version 3 3
OpenGL version 4.6 4.6
Supports ECC memory
memory bus width 256-bit 256-bit
effective memory speed 25400 MHz 25400 MHz
maximum memory bandwidth 811.5 GB/s 811.5 GB/s
render output units (ROPs) 128 96
texture mapping units (TMUs) 328 256
shading units 10496 7680
Has Double Precision Floating Point (DPFP)
GPU memory speed 2000 MHz 2000 MHz
number of transistors 17800 million 17800 million
PassMark result (overclocked) 34411 34411
GPU execution units 128 128
GPU name Arc 140T Arc 140T
Type Laptop Laptop
CPU socket BGA 2049 BGA 2049
L3 cache 24 MB 24 MB
instruction sets MMX, F16C, FMA3, AES, AVX, AVX2, SSE 4.1, SSE 4.2 MMX, F16C, FMA3, AES, AVX, AVX2, SSE 4.1, SSE 4.2
Has an unlocked multiplier
Has NX bit
CPU temperature 110 °C 110 °C
Has integrated graphics
memory channels 2 2
RAM speed (max) 8400 MHz 8400 MHz
Uses big.LITTLE technology

The miscellaneous specifications for the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB) are mostly identical, with a few notable differences. Both models have a clock multiplier of 29, support Intel Resizable BAR, and feature the Blackwell GPU architecture. They also both have integrated graphics, 24 MB of L3 cache, and use big.LITTLE technology. The memory bus width, effective memory speed (25400 MHz), maximum memory bandwidth (811.5 GB/s), GPU memory speed (2000 MHz), and the number of transistors (17800 million) are the same in both models. Both also support 3D, multi-display technology, ECC memory, and OpenCL version 3, as well as OpenGL version 4.6.

The primary difference between the two models lies in the GPU specifications. The first model (GU605 16″) has 128 render output units (ROPs), 328 texture mapping units (TMUs), and 10496 shading units. In comparison, the second model (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080) has 96 ROPs, 256 TMUs, and 7680 shading units. Additionally, the first model has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 95W, while the second model has a TDP of 80W. The PassMark result (overclocked) is the same for both models at 34411, but the GPU architecture and other graphical specifications show some distinctions.

Both models share many of the same base specifications, but the differences in GPU and TDP may have an impact on thermal management and performance in certain scenarios. However, the overall system architecture, including the CPU, RAM, and integrated graphics, is the same in both models.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ and Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) GU605 16″ (Ultra 9 285H / RTX 5080 Laptop / 64GB RAM / 2TB). Both laptops are of the Gaming type with 16″ OLED/AMOLED displays at 2560 x 1600 px resolution, 64GB RAM with 7467 MHz speed, and use flash storage with 2048GB internal capacity. Key differences include VRAM of 24GB versus 16GB, floating-point performance of 31.8 TFLOPS versus 23.04 TFLOPS, GPU clock speeds of 990 MHz versus 975 MHz, GPU turbo of 1515 MHz versus 1500 MHz, and shading units of 10496 versus 7680. Thermal Design Power also differs at 95W compared to 80W, and texture mapping units are 328 versus 256, highlighting distinctions in graphics performance between the two models.