2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 vs. 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16: Full specs comparison

We have comprehensively compared the specifications for the 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 and 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 models. The report includes detailed information regarding both models' CPU, memory, storage, battery life, display quality, and other features.

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2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 Pros

Reasons that 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 is better than 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Newer manufacturing

2022 vs. 2021

Significantly faster CPU performance

Intel Core i9-12900H inside 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 has a 48% better multi-core CPU performance score than the Intel Core i9-11900H inside 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Geekbench 5 multi-core score
2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 - Intel Core i9-12900H
12,027
2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 - Intel Core i7-12700H
11,774
2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 - Intel Core i9-11900H
8,121
Supports faster memory

The 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 supports a faster memory speed than the 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16. It supports up to 4800MHz versus 3200MHz of system memory on the 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Memory type and speed
2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 - DDR5
4,800 MHz
2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 - DDR4
3,200 MHz
Has one more port and slot

The 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 has more ports and slots count than the 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16. It has ten versus nine amount of ports and slots on the 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Ports2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
HDMIYesYes
headphone jackYesYes
lock slotYesYes
microSD card slotYesYes
power portYesNo
RJ-45YesYes
Thunderbolt 4YesYes
USB-AYes x2Yes x2
USB-CYesYes
Total109
Slightly more versatile connectivity

The 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 has better versatile I/O connectivity than the 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16. It has eight versus seven commonly used ports and slots on the 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Ports2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
HDMIYesYes
headphone jackYesYes
microSD card slotYesYes
RJ-45YesYes
Thunderbolt 4YesYes
USB-AYesYes
USB-CYesYes
power portYesNo

2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 Pros

Reasons that 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 is better than 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16.

About 5% lighter

The 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 weighed 4.19 pounds, 5% lighter than the 4.41 pounds 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Weight2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Pound
4.41 lbs.
4.19 lbs.
Kilogram
2.00 kg
1.90 kg

Key Similars

Similar characteristics share between 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 and 2021 ROG Zephyrus M16.

Supports the same maximum memory size of up to 48GB

Both laptops supports up to 48GB of system memory.

Max system memory size
2022 ROG Zephyrus M16
48 GB
2021 ROG Zephyrus M16
48 GB
Upgradable memory

Both laptops come with available RAM slots that allow you to replace or upgrade when needed.

Memory2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Slots
x1
x0,1
TypeDDR5DDR4

Prices

Here are the latest price updates and offers for both devices.

2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 Price
ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022) GU603ZM-M16.I73060 (Intel Core i7-12700H Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB Graphics, 16" WUXGA 165Hz, Windows 11) - Black
 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022) GU603ZM-M16.I73060 (Intel Core i7-12700H Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB Graphics, 16" WUXGA 165Hz, Windows 11) - Black
By ASUS
$1,192.95
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EXCaliberPC 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZW-M16.I93070T (i9-12900H, 16GB RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, RTX 3070Ti 8GB, 16" WQXGA 165Hz, Windows 11) Gaming Notebook
 EXCaliberPC 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZW-M16.I93070T (i9-12900H, 16GB RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, RTX 3070Ti 8GB, 16" WQXGA 165Hz, Windows 11) Gaming Notebook
By EXCaliberPC
$1,798.00
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asus ROG Zephyrus M16 Gaming Laptop 16'' WUXGA IPS 165Hz 100% sRGB 12th Generation Intel 14-core i7-12700H 16GB RAM 512GB SSD GeForce RTX 3060 6GB Backlit Thunderbolt USB-C Win11 + HDMI Cable
 asus ROG Zephyrus M16 Gaming Laptop 16'' WUXGA IPS 165Hz 100% sRGB 12th Generation Intel 14-core i7-12700H 16GB RAM 512GB SSD GeForce RTX 3060 6GB Backlit Thunderbolt USB-C Win11 + HDMI Cable
By Asus
$1,249.99
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2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 Price
Laptop Screen Assembly Compatible Replacement Spare Part for Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2021 GU603 Series 16 inch 1920x1200 Matte IPS Non-Touch 144Hz WLED Panel Black Cover Hinges WebCam Cables LCD Display
 Laptop Screen Assembly Compatible Replacement Spare Part for Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2021 GU603 Series 16 inch 1920x1200 Matte IPS Non-Touch 144Hz WLED Panel Black Cover Hinges WebCam Cables LCD Display
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$264.49
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Laptop Screen Assembly Compatible Replacement Spare Part for Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2021 GU603 Series 16 inch 2560x1600 Matte IPS Non-Touch 165Hz WLED Panel Black Cover Hinges WebCam Cables LCD Display
 Laptop Screen Assembly Compatible Replacement Spare Part for Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 2021 GU603 Series 16 inch 2560x1600 Matte IPS Non-Touch 165Hz WLED Panel Black Cover Hinges WebCam Cables LCD Display
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$356.49
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022) GU603ZM-M16.I73060 (Intel Core i7-12700H Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB Graphics, 16" WUXGA 165Hz, Windows 11) - Black
 ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022) GU603ZM-M16.I73060 (Intel Core i7-12700H Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB Graphics, 16" WUXGA 165Hz, Windows 11) - Black
By ASUS
$1,192.95
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Specs Comparison

Availability

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Released20222021
Release DateAnnounced on January 05, 2022 (CES 2022)Announced on May 11, 2021
Pricing
  • 2022 ROG Zephyrus M16
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022)
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZE
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZX
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZW
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Generations

Exterior

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Dimensions13.98” x 9.57” x 0.78”  (355 x 243 x 19.9 mm)13.98” x 9.57” x 0.78” - 0.88” (355 x 243 x 19.9 - 22.3 mm)
Weight4.41 lbs (2.0 kg)4.19 lbs (1.9 kg)
Colors
Black
Black
Keyboard and TrackpadStealth Type Keyboard
  • Full-size backlit chicklet keyboard
  • 1.7 mm key travel
  • Overstroke technology
  • Aura Sync
  • N key rollover
  • Hotkeys
    Volume up Volume down Microphone mute ROG Armoury Crate
  • Trackpad - large and more accurate glass precision trackpad.
  • Full-size backlit chicklet keyboard
    1.7 mm key travel Overstroke technology Aura Sync N key rollover
  • Hotkeys
    Volume up Volume down Microphone mute ROG Armoury Crate
  • Integrated Fingerprint Sensor
  • Trackpad - 20% larger and more accurate glass precision trackpad.
Chasis Information
  • Prismatic shine - The dot-matrix design on the lid is made with a precision CNC milling process that creates 8279 tightly spaced perforations. Prismatic film gleams beneath, adding a subtle shimmering effect against the stark “Off-Black” chassis.
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Display

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Size16 Inches16 Inches
Info
  • 16” WUXGA 165Hz Display
    16:10 Aspect Ratio 1920 x 1200 IPS 165Hz refresh rate 3ms response time Patone Validated 100% DCI-P3 MUX Switch + Optimus Dolby Vision
  • 16” WQXGA 165Hz Display
    16:10 Aspect Ratio 2560 x 1600 IPS 165Hz refresh rate 3ms response time Patone Validated 100% DCI-P3 MUX Switch + Optimus Dolby Vision
16” WQXVGA 165Hz Display
16:10 Aspect Ratio 2560 x 1600 IPS 165Hz refresh rate 3ms response time Patone Validated 100% DCI-P3

Ports

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 Ports
Image Source: ASUS
Left (7)
  • 1 x power port
  • 1 x HDMI
    v2.0b
  • 1 x RJ-45
    1 Gbps
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
  • 1 x Thunderbolt 4
    40 Gpbs, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery 3.0
  • 1 x USB-C
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery 3.0
  • 1 x headphone jack
    Headphone/Microphone
Right (3)
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
  • 1 x microSD card slot
  • 1 x lock slot
    Kensington Lock
2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 Ports
Image Source: ASUS
Left (6)
  • 1 x Thunderbolt 4
    40 Gpbs, USB 4.0 (40 Gbps), DisplayPort, 100W Power Delivery
  • 1 x USB-C
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), DisplayPort, 100W Power Delivery
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
  • 1 x HDMI
    v2.0b
  • 1 x RJ-45
    1 Gbps
  • 1 x headphone jack
Right (3)
  • 1 x USB-A
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
  • 1 x microSD card slot
    v4.0
  • 1 x lock slot

Internal Specs

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Processor
  1. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H
    14 cores, 20 threads, 2.30 → 4.70 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 45W
  2. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900H
    14 cores, 20 threads, 2.50 → 5.00 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 45W
  1. 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-11900H
    8 cores, 16 threads, 2.50 → 4.90 GHz, 24MB SmartCache, 45W
Integrated Graphics
  1. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    96 Execution Units, 400 → 1400 MHz
  2. 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900H
    Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
    96 Execution Units, 400 → 1450 MHz
  1. 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-11900H
    Intel® UHD Graphics
    32 Execution Units, 350 → 1450 MHz
MemoryUp to 48GB 4800MHz DDR5 SDRAM
1 x 16GB on-board memory and 1 x SO-DIMM slot up to 32GB of DDR5 SDRAM.
Up to 48GB DDR4 3200MHz SDRAM
1 x 16GB on-board memory and 1 x SO-DIMM slot up to 32GB of DDR4 SDRAM.
Discrete Graphics
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050Ti
    4GB GDDR6 VRAM, 1695MHz at 80W (1745MHz at 100W with Dynamic Boost).
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060
    6GB GDDR6 VRAM, 1425MHz at 100W (1475MHz at 120W with Dynamic Boost).
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Ti
    8GB GDDR6 VRAM, 1035MHz at 100W (1085MHz at 120W with Dynamic Boost).
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Ti
    16GB GDDR6 VRAM, 1125MHz at 100W (1175MHz at 120W with Dynamic Boost).
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti
    Supports ROG Boost up to 1585MHz at 60W (75W with Dynamic Boost).
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 - 6GB GDDR6
    Supports ROG Boost up to 1525MHz at 80W (95W with Dynamic Boost).
  • NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 - 8GB GDDR6
    Supports ROG Boost up to 1390MHz at 80W (100W with Dynamic Boost).
Storage
  • Single
    • 512GB 1TB
      M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Dual
    • 512GB+512GB 1TB+1TB
      M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
      Supports RAID 0.
  • Single
    • 512GB 1TB
      M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Dual
    • 512GB+512GB 1TB+1TB
      M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
      Supports RAID 0.

Connectivity

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Wi-FiIntel® Wi-Fi 6E with Gig+ performance (802.11ax)Intel® Wi-Fi 6 with Gig+ performance (802.11ax)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.2
Ethernet Gigabit LAN
Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps.
 Gigabit LAN
Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps.

Battery

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Size90 Wh
4-cell Li-ion battery
90 Wh
4-cell Li-ion battery
Battery LifeUp to 10 hours
Video Playback.
Up to 10 hours
Video Playback.
Power Supply
  • 280W
      ø6.0 mm power adapter.
  • 100W
      USB-C power adapter.
  • Supports fast charging technology with up to 50% in 30 minutes.
  • 240W power adaptor
    Propriety charger.
  • Supports charging via USB-C
    Supports USB Type-C PD 3.0 up to 10W.

Software

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
OSWindows 11 HomeWindows 10 Pro
Built-in Apps
Armoury Crate
Armoury Crate 1M Xbox Game Pass GameVisual Scenario Profiles

Camera & Audio

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
Camera
  • Front-facing 720p HD camera.
    Top-mount front camera, 0.92 Megapixels (1280 x 720 HD).
  • Built-in IR Camera. 
    For Windows Hello Facial Authentication.
HD Front-facing camera
720p (1280 x 720) camera.
Audio
  • 2 x 2W tweeter
  • 2 x 2W dual-force woofer with Smart Amp Technology
  • Audio by Dolby Atmos
  • Hi-Res audio certification
  • Built-in array microphone
  • AI mic noise-canceling
  • 2 x 2W tweeter
  • 4 x 2W woofer with Smart Amp Technology
  • Audio by Dolby Atmos
  • Built-in array microphone
  • AI mic noise-canceling

Misc

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
SensorsIR CameraFingerprint sensor on power button
Security
  • BIOS Administrator Password and User Password Protection
  • Kensington Lock
  • Windows Hello Facial Authentication
  • BIOS Administrator Password and User Password Protection
  • Kensington Lock
  • Fingerprint Authentication
In the box
  • ROG Zephyrus M16 (2022)
  • Barrel-type power adapter
  • ROG Backpack (optional)
  • ROG Delta headset (optional)
  • ROG Chakram Core mouse P511 (optional)
  • ROG STRIX Impact mouse P303 (optional)
  • 100W USB-C AC Adapter (optional)
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Key Features

2022 ROG Zephyrus M162021 ROG Zephyrus M16
At Glance
Released in Early
2022
16:10 WQXGA
16”
1600p 165Hz
Weight
4.41 lb
2.00 kg
Up to
Intel Core i9-12900H
14C/20T, 2.50 → 5.00 GHz
Geekbench 5
1,758
Single Core
Geekbench 5
12,027
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
96 Execution Units, 400 → 1450 MHz
Upgradable up to
48GB
4800 MHz DDR5
2022 ROG Zephyrus M16 Ports
Nvidia GeForce
RTX 3080Ti
16GB GDDR6 100W TGP
Released in Mid
2021
16:10 WQXVGA
16”
1600p 165Hz
Weight
4.19 lb
1.90 kg
Powered By
Intel Core i9-11900H
8C/16T, 2.50 → 4.90 GHz
Geekbench 5
1,430
Single Core
Geekbench 5
8,121
Multi-Core
With integrated
Intel® UHD Graphics
32 Execution Units, 350 → 1450 MHz
Upgradable up to
48GB
3200 MHz DDR4
2021 ROG Zephyrus M16 Ports
Nvidia GeForce
RTX 3070
8GB GDDR6 80W TGP

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