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ASUS ROG Strix G16 16" WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop
Status: ASUS ROG Strix G16 16" WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.
Bottom line: The ASUS Ryzen 9 8940HX / RTX 5070 Ti laptop has 12GB of graphics memory, 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD; main trade-off: 16GB of DDR5 RAM covers most games but leaves little room for heavy multitasking.
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Currently unavailable on Amazon. Other listings — 3 in-stock listings; a listing with the same model name may differ in configuration, trim or bundle, so check its specs before buying:
Similar: MSI Katana 15 HX 15.6” 165Hz QHD+ Gaming Laptop… — $2,158.09 on Amazon as of 2026-10-31 10:13 UTC (price may vary).
Similar: MSI Vector 16 HX AI Gaming Laptop 16" 144Hz… — $1,789.00 on Amazon as of 2026-10-30 20:20 UTC (price may vary).
Same model name (G16), listing does not confirm the specs above: ASUS Latest 2025 ROG Strix G16 Gaming Laptop — $2,419.98 on Amazon as of 2026-10-31 10:16 UTC (price may vary).
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Pairs a Ryzen 9 8940HX processor with GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB graphics
Cons
- ✗ 16GB of DDR5 RAM covers most games but leaves little room for heavy multitasking
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
Spectacular Visual Delights--【16" WUXGA(1900 x 1200) 165Hz Display】Take your digital engagements to the next level and immerse yourself in an unparalleled virtual experience. Reliable CPU Performance--【AMD Ryzen 9-8940HX Processor】Experience top-tier gaming performance! This powerful 16-core processor easily manages demanding titles, delivering outstanding speed and responsiveness every time you play. Memory & Storage--【16GB DDR5 RAM】Smoothly run multiple apps and tackle intensive tasks with ease.【1TB PCIe SSD】Lightning-fast storage with ample capacity for your documents, apps, and…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ASUS ROG Strix G16 16" WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the gaming laptops category. ASUS's gaming laptops lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Key Features
- Spectacular Visual Delights--【16" WUXGA(1900 x 1200) 165Hz Display】Take your digital engagements to the next level and immerse yourself in an unparalleled virtual experience.
- Reliable CPU Performance--【AMD Ryzen 9-8940HX Processor】Experience top-tier gaming performance! This powerful 16-core processor easily manages demanding titles, delivering outstanding speed and responsiveness every time you play.
- Memory & Storage--【16GB DDR5 RAM】Smoothly run multiple apps and tackle intensive tasks with ease.【1TB PCIe SSD】Lightning-fast storage with ample capacity for your documents, apps, and entertainment.
- Superior Peripheral Capability--【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Graphics】Experience stunning, realistic visuals with dynamic lighting, reflections, and shadows for immersive gaming and creative work.【Backlit Keyboard】Showcase your style with customizable RGB lighting right at your fingertips.【FHD Camera】Keep in touch with crisp video calls and high-quality snapshots.
- OS & Port--【Windows 11】Empower your productivity with the versatile Windows operating system.【Dimensions】13.94"x10.39"x0.89", 5.51 lbs.【Ports】2x USB-C 4, 2x USB-A 3.2, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Headphone Jack, 1x RJ-45; Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth.【Bonus Docking Station Set】 1x 7-in-1 Docking Station w/ 1TB Storage, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card w/ Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
Full Specifications
| Size | 16GB DDR5 | 1TB SSD |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Color | Gray |
| Model | ASUS ROG Strix G16 |
| UnitCount | 1 |
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
| Full listing title | ASUS ROG Strix G16 16" WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7, AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, 16GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, Win 11 Pro, Gray, 1TB Docking Station Set |
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