Asus ROG Strix G16 (G614JI-AS94) Review And Specification

In the ASUS Strix esports-branded lineup, the ROG Strix G16 G614JV-AS73 emerges as the ideal choice for users preferring a more compact laptop. Positioned between the larger Strix G17 and the grand-sized Strix G18, the G614JV-AS73 model stands out with a top-of-the-line Intel Core i7-13650HX Raptor Lake processor and Nvidia’s latest GeForce RTX 4060 GPU.

This review focuses on the ROG Strix G16 (2023), a laptop that showcases ASUS's commitment to innovation, featuring Nvidia’s Ada Lovelace-based mainstream GPU. The laptop introduces a shift from a 16:9 to a 16:10 aspect ratio, highlighting a 16-inch 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 165 Hz IPS display. Equipped with 16GB of DDR-4800 memory, a 512GB SSD, and a well-built chassis, the ROG Strix G16 proves its mettle as a competitive option among high-performance gaming laptops from ASUS ROG.

Asus ROG Strix G16 (G614JI-AS94) Review Specification

• Processor : Intel Core i9-13980HX 24 x 1.6 - 5.6 GHz, Raptor Lake-HX

• Graphics adapter : NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU - 8 GB VRAM, Core: 2225 MHz, 140 W TDP ( including 25 W Dynamic Boost), GDDR6

• Memory : 32 GB , DDR5-4800

• Display : 16.00 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 189 PPI, IPS, glossy: no, 240 Hz

• Storage : 1TB SSD

• Connections : 3 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, Audio Connections: 3.5mm

• Networking : 10/100/1000 LAN Card (10/100/1000MBit/s), 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.2

• Size : height x width x depth (in mm): 22.6 x 354 x 264 ( = 0.89 x 13.94 x 10.39 in)

• Battery : 90 Wh Lithium-Ion, 4-cell

• Operating System : Microsoft Windows 11 Home

• Camera : Webcam: HD 720p

• Additional features : Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 24 Months Warranty

• Weight : 2.5 kg ( = 88.19 oz / 5.51 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

• Price : 3000 Euro

Design and Features: Aesthetic Brilliance

Asus has undergone a comprehensive redesign of the ROG Strix G16 chassis to accommodate its larger screen, resulting in a visually stunning device. The laptop features an aluminum lid and a high-quality plastic body with a satin-like sheen, demonstrating attention to detail and a premium feel. Despite the plastic composition, there's a notable absence of the typical "cheap" plastic found in budget laptops.

While the ROG Strix series is known for its extravagant RGB lighting, the newer models, including the G614JV-AS73, adopt a more modest approach. The laptop incorporates a thin "peeping-glow" LED strip along the front edge, wrapping around to the sides, and per-key lighting on the keyboard. Users can customize each key using the Aura Sync within the Asus Armoury Crate software.

The keyboard remains consistent with other ROG Strix models, but Asus introduces five programmable hotkeys at the top (M1 through M5). These keys handle functions like volume control, microphone on/off, and quick access to the Armoury Crate by default. Surprisingly, despite the ample space, the ROG G614JV-AS73 omits a number pad from its keyboard layout.

In terms of port selection, the laptop offers two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports on the right side. On the left side, there's a Thunderbolt 4 port, a USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port, a GbE port, HDMI 2.1 port, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and a barrel-style charging port. The laptop features large vents along both sides and the rear to efficiently dissipate heat generated by the powerful Core i9-13980HX and GeForce RTX 4070 components.

Measuring 13.94 x 0.89 x 10.39 inches and weighing 5.51 pounds, the ROG Strix G16 strikes a balance between portability and performance. Comparatively, it is lighter than the Gigabyte Aorus 15X (5.73 pounds) and slightly heavier than the HP Omen 16 (5.2 pounds). The Razer Blade 15 remains the most portable in this category at 4.4 pounds.

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