2021 ROG Strix G15 vs. 2023 ROG Strix G16: Full specs comparison
We thoroughly analyzed technical specifications for 2021 ROG Strix G15 and 2023 ROG Strix G16 models, including CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.
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2021 ROG Strix G15 Pros
Reasons that 2021 ROG Strix G15 is better than 2023 ROG Strix G16.
The 2021 ROG Strix G15 weighed 4.63 pounds, 16% lighter than the 5.51 pounds 2023 ROG Strix G16.
Weight | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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Pound | 4.63 lbs. | 5.51 lbs. |
Kilogram | 2.10 kg | 2.50 kg |
2023 ROG Strix G16 Pros
Reasons that 2023 ROG Strix G16 is better than 2021 ROG Strix G15.
2023 vs. 2021
Intel Core i9-13980HX inside 2023 ROG Strix G16 has a 189% better multi-core CPU performance score than the AMD Ryzen 9-5900HX inside 2021 ROG Strix G15.
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 supports a faster memory speed than the 2021 ROG Strix G15. It supports up to 4800MHz versus 3200MHz of system memory on the 2021 ROG Strix G15.
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 has better versatile I/O connectivity than the 2021 ROG Strix G15. It has seven versus six commonly used ports and slots on the 2021 ROG Strix G15.
Ports | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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HDMI | Yes | Yes |
headphone jack | Yes | Yes |
power port | Yes | Yes |
RJ-45 | Yes | Yes |
USB-A | Yes | Yes |
USB-C | Yes | Yes |
Thunderbolt 4 | No | Yes |
Key Similars
Similar characteristics share between 2021 ROG Strix G15 and 2023 ROG Strix G16.
Both laptops supports up to 32GB of system memory.
Both laptops come with available RAM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed.
Memory | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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Slots | x2 | x2 |
Type | DDR4 | DDR5 |
Prices
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Availability | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Released | 2021 | 2023 |
Release Date | Announced on January 13, 2021 (CES 2021) | Announced on January 04, 2023 (CES 2023) |
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Exterior | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Dimensions | 13.94 x 10.20 x 0.89 - 1.07” (354 x 259 x 22.6 ~ 27.2 mm) | 13.94 x 10.39 x 0.89 - 1.20” (354 x 264 x 22.6 ~ 30.4 mm) |
Weight | 4.63 lbs (2.10 kg) | 5.51 lbs (2.50 kg) |
Colors | Original Black Eclipse Gray Electro Punk | Eclipse Gray Vult Green |
Keyboard and Trackpad |
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Display | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Size | 15.6 Inches | 16 Inches |
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Ports | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Left (3)
Back (5)
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Right (2)
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Internal Specs | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Processor |
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Integrated Graphics |
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Memory | 16GB 32GB Dual-Channel DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots | 16GB 32GB Dual-Channel 4800MHz DDR5 SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots |
Discrete Graphics |
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Storage | 512GB 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0.2 x M.2 SSD slots, supports RAID-0. | 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0.2 x M.2 SSD slots, supports RAID-0. |
Connectivity | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna | Intel® Wi-Fi 6E with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
Ethernet | Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps. | 2.5 Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. |
Battery | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Size | 56Wh 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. | 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. |
Battery Life | Up to 12 hours of video playback. | - |
Power Supply |
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Software | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
OS |
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Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate GameVisual Aura Creator Scenario Profiles | Armoury Crate |
Camera & Audio | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Camera | No Built-in camera. | 720p HD Webcam Top mounted |
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Misc | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
Security | - |
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Key Features | 2021 ROG Strix G15 | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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