2023 ROG Strix G16 specs, features, and analysis
Here's what you need to know about 2023 ROG Strix G16 including price, display info, CPU, RAM, storage, battery, and more.
Availability | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Released | 2023 |
| Release Date | Announced on January 04, 2023 (CES 2023) |
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Exterior | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Dimensions | 13.94 x 10.39 x 0.89 - 1.20” (354 x 264 x 22.6 ~ 30.4 mm) |
| Weight | 5.51 lbs (2.50 kg) |
| Colors | Eclipse Gray Vult Green |
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Display | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Size | 16 Inches |
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Ports | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Ports |  Left (6)
Right (2)
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Internal Specs | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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Geekbench 5 Single CoreGeekbench 5 Multi-Core | |
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| Memory | 16GB 32GB Dual-Channel 4800MHz DDR5 SDRAM.2 x SODIMM slots |
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| Storage | 1TB 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0.2 x M.2 SSD slots, supports RAID-0. |
Connectivity | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Wi-Fi | Intel® Wi-Fi 6E with Gig+ performance (802.11ax) 2x2 multi-antenna |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit LAN Speed: 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps. |
Battery | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Size | 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery. |
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Software | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
| Built-in Apps | Armoury Crate |
Camera & Audio | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
| Camera | 720p HD Webcam Top mounted |
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Misc | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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Key Features | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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Our analysis and reviews
What we like
Reasons to like about 2023 ROG Strix G16.
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 exceed all minimum system requirements for Windows 11.
| Requirements | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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| Secure Boot | Yes |
| TPM 2.0 | TPM 2.0 |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-13980HX |
| 4GB RAM | 16GB → 32GB |
| 64GB Drive | 1TB → 4TB |
| 2 Cores CPU | 24 cores |
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 comes with two M.2 slots that you can easily upgrade and install an additional SSD to expand the storage on the device. Learn more
| Storage Slots | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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| M.2 | x2 |
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 has two RAM slots which you can use to add or replace with a larger one if it isn't already at the maximum size that the system chipset support. Learn more
| Memory | 2023 ROG Strix G16 |
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| Slots | x2 |
| Type | DDR5 |
| Speed | 4800 MHz |
Configurable up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 175W Max TGP
What's new
Improvements over its predecessor.
Hold nothing back with the most powerful mobile gaming processor from Intel. The Strix G16 engineering enables up to 65W TDP for Intel Core i9-13900HX and up to 175W TGP for the Nvidia Geforce RTX 4080.
The new ROG Strix G16 finally comes with a top-mounted 720p webcam that allows you to join video chat or streaming.
ROG Strix G16 packs the high-end display technology from ROG flagship laptops. The 16-inch 16:10 QHD+ display models come with 100% DCI-P3, Dolby Vision HDR, G-Sync / Adaptive Sync, and more.
- More powerful 330W power adapter.
- Tri-fan technology
Intel Core i9-13980HX inside 2023 ROG Strix G16 has a 149% better multi-core CPU performance score than the AMD Ryzen 9-6900HX inside 2022 ROG Strix G15.
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 has better versatile I/O connectivity than the 2022 ROG Strix G15. It has seven versus six commonly used ports and slots on the 2022 ROG Strix G15.
| Ports | 2023 ROG Strix G16 | 2022 ROG Strix G15 |
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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 | Yes | No |
What's missing
Downsides over its predecessor.
In my experience, having power, USB, and video-out ports at the back of the laptop helps reduce cable clutters when connecting to multiple displays and peripherals, especially for desktop replacement machines like the 16-inch ROG Strix G16.
It's okay if you plan to use the laptop primarily for gaming.
The 2023 ROG Strix G16 weighed 5.51 pounds, 8% heavier than the 5.07 pounds 2022 ROG Strix G15.
| Weight | 2023 ROG Strix G16 | 2022 ROG Strix G15 |
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| Pound | 5.51 lbs. | 5.07 lbs. |
| Kilogram | 2.50 kg | 2.30 kg |
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