Customer Ratings & Reviews

Great laptop will play anything you wanna play with awesome graphics.

Excellent purchase. This is a beast of a machine. Response time is practically nothing. Plus it is lightweight and well made.

I've always been preaching to my family, who scoff at the ridiculously thick and heavy laptops I've lugged around in the past, that as soon as they make a macbook that can game, I'll be on it. Well, they made one, and I bought it, and I'm sending it back to the lab it prematurely escaped from. Now I will fully admit that this laptop is objectively the cats pajamas of thin and lights. If thin and (somewhat) light is what you need, and no amount of v-ram is ever enough, then I couldn't be more excited to show this to you. I believe, wholeheartedly, that this laptop is suitable for no one else. I love refined things, thin things, trimmed fat and unwasted space. I like minimalist designs and cold, hard alumininum. I love oleds. This ain't it. Now, I could rant about how the Core Ultra's optimizations are subpar, or that the underpowered 4090 (which is 125W, nerds) underperforms (to the shock of no one). And it does. Or I could go in on the relatively creaky chasis. I would prefer to keep it short with these topics. The 4090 is marginally better (20-25%) than a 4070 with 100+W. This is sad. I didn't even consider this when i was looking at the charts as i was so focused on seeing bigger numbers and 4090 has the biggest number when all things are equal. This was meant to replace my g18 with a 175w 4080 because it's nearly 7 pounds not including the charger. It puts out roughly 85% of the framerates of a 4080 (1600p and UWQHD). My g18 was $2100 on sale. This is sad. The core ultra is inconsistent and the chassis creaks. More importantly than all of these very overlookable things, is the use case this presents for someone. Now admittedly, the processor is about 1.5x-2x as efficient up until around 50w where it takes a sharp nosedive. So if you really want to spend 4 hours and not 2.5hrs at the coffee shop, with no charger, at a min/maxed wattage, then more power to you. Or you really need to get through 3 movies back to back on low brightness and your charger vanishes, this HAS got your back. However, aside from the incremental improvement in battery life these new ultras present, there's not much to them, especially when compared to other much more powerful processors. They underperform compared to last gen's H tier chips just as much as they beat them out in battery life. So it's not a dedicated editing laptop. If I wanted that, I'd get a much more powerful notebook with a core i9 flagship chip, or a mac with a much more efficient and furnished architecture. It's not an even remotely cost effective desktop replacement, so main gaming rig is off the table for me as i like high resolutions with high framerates. The gpu is riding a full premium price tag at a reduced performance. This already irks me but doesn't warrant a single star being taken off. I knew what i was getting myself into. What's the deal? Heat. This thing gets so hot that jeans cannot protect the leg during full power sessions. No matter, i'll put it on a surface. Now we have problem 2 with the heat. The exhaust vents are a fractions of the size of any other gaming laptop I've ever seen. The intake fans are too thin, and therefore without a laptop pad to assist, the cpu soars to the 95-100 degree range in due time. This causes throttling, ruining the experience I already resent for its underpowered GPU. On top of this, the unnecessarily constricted breathing apparatus strapped to this poor motherboard is causing a massive buildup of heat, both above the keyboard (no big deal) and on the entire bottom side (yikes). For this to be this expensive, underpowered, and almost overheating is too many flaws for one device to have. You see, I don't really recall asking for a macbook air that could game, but here we are. Thinner than a macbook pro for absolutely no one's benefit.

Remarkable computer with an incredible screen. Audio puts the sound system on the Blade 18 to shame with better mids and much better lows. Could the processor be better? Sure but with Asus pursuing a thinner profile it makes sense. Fans do run louder but honestly not much louder than any other gaming laptop of this size. Overall expensive but you are paying for the form factor and that screen. Great step forward Asus. Novabench on Performance profile: SSD Write Sequential - 4726 MB/s Random - 185 MB/s SSD Read Sequential - 6414 MB/s Random - 72 MB/s Ram Transfer Peak speed - 14420 MB/s Ram Access Latency - 98 ns

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 4090 (2024) is a fantastic choice for any gamer and creative professionals seeking a powerful, portable machine with a stunning display. If you have the budget and prioritize performance and visuals, this laptop is it. However, you might consider alternative options if you're more budget-conscious or need longer battery life. They make 4070 and 4080 models for the G16 (2024). At 4.30lbs and 0.59", this is a great travel companion.

First day owning this 4090 laptop I couldn’t get any games to play without it overheating and shutting off on its own. Don’t bother with one of these. I sent mine back day 1. Try a Lenovo or something that has actual airflow. The one star is for the screen and the fact that you could cook some food on the laptop with how hot it gets.

What a great laptop...the ROG Zephyrus G16 is such a well-put-together portable package that's thin, light, and powerful. Great buy!

I injoy it a lot dose everything I need it to do and it’s great for gameinging

This gaming laptop PC rocks, the computer and video are amazing. I have put quite a few games and simulators thru the ringer on this laptop and It just asks for more. Can’t say enough about the Best Buy staff that assisted on the technical side and advice, they were well trained and very good and answering all of my questions and I had many. Thanks Best Buy for a GREAT experience!

I waited 6-months before writing this review. On the positive side, this computer is very light and portable. Very clean on the look too, which I appreciate it. And great screen resolution. However, it has some major issues for a "gaming laptop". First, performance. I have an older ROG, 3060, 16GB, which performs the same, and sometimes even better than this one. I have no explanation for this, all I can say is that it does not feel as a 3090 32GB... Second, overheating. This is a major thing. The top of the keyboard heats so much under gaming or other demanding activities you cannot even touch it. IT IS HOT! My main concern for this is longevity. Third, small stuff. Doesn't have an ethernet port, it is not upgradeable, the face ID fails ALL the time, and it has awful charging port (square one). Conclusion: If your goal is a portable laptop, that has some power to do some editing or occasional gaming, this might do the trick (although a little pricey for a second pc). But if you are buying this to be your main computer, and you use editing software or games, I would not recommend it. There are other options in this price range.

This laptop has it all. Best screen with Oled and 240 fps. Amazing colors. Enough power to run 99% games on ultra settings. Build quality is top notch not to mention how slim it is. Stay relatively cool during heavy use.

Love the product so premium. But unfortunately when I got it I travelled out of the US for work to realize that the left ctrl button is physically sticky even though it does register after a stronger press. I paid so much for this and it is kinda disappointing getting this! I waited for so long for it and since I travelled out of USA I am stuck with this not knowing what to do. Could have been an easy 5 but!

I have not used it for that long but its a great laptop

Slim and powerful 16 inch laptop, brigth and crisp display, i think i would pewfere another usb type a instwad of the hdmi

Great laptop some initial issues but as usual Beat buy to the rescue and replaced it for me. But a great product lots of power in such a compact for factor

This is a Great Laptop so great I wished for another one for Christmas for myself my son says the speed is awesome and the FPS and ping is top of the chart, whatever that means but he has not complained. this Gaming laptop is well constructed for both school and play. I recommend this on for sure. oh yeah the price is RIGHT!!

Hard to pass up for that price. Just the card alone with the top of the cpu - cheffs kiss

Design and Build Quality The ASUS Zephyrus G16 2024 is a premium laptop with excellent craftsmanship. It’s like the James Bond of laptops - sleek, stylish, and always ready for action. It’s surprisingly slim given the hardware inside. The build quality is finally on par with that of a MacBook Pro, which is a significant improvement and a testament to ASUS’s commitment to quality. Display The laptop comes with a 16-inch OLED display with a refresh rate of 240Hz, which offers vibrant colors and sharp details. It’s so smooth, it makes both games and regular tasks feel like butter sliding on a hot pan. It’s so good, you might forget you’re looking at a screen and not a window into another world. The screen is sturdy and can be opened with one hand, a feature that is often overlooked but greatly appreciated. Keyboard The keyboard on the ASUS Zephyrus G16 2024 is very nice, providing a comfortable typing experience. However, it only has one RGB zone. Having more than one RGB zone would allow for cool effects when typing, adding a bit of flair to your gaming sessions. Performance: The ASUS Zephyrus G16 2024 is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, 32 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, and Nvidia RTX 4090 graphics. It’s like having a sports car engine in a family sedan. However, the performance of the RTX 4090 is somewhat limited in this thinner chassis. Inputs and IO: The laptop has punchy speakers that deliver high-quality audio, making it a joy for music lovers and gamers alike. However, it lacks built-in media keys, which is a surprising omission for a laptop this big. It’s like having a state-of-the-art home theater system but no remote to control it. For its premium price point, it’s also missing Wi-Fi 7. However, the good news is that the Wi-Fi card can be upgraded, so you’re not stuck with Wi-Fi 6E forever. Battery Life: The laptop comes with a 90Wh battery that offers good runtimes. But with a 4090 keep expectations within reason. Price: The laptop is priced at around $3299, which is a bit pricey, especially for the 4090 version. But hey, who said being the coolest kid on the block was cheap? Gaming Experience: For serious gaming, a chill mat is highly recommended to keep the laptop cool during intense gaming sessions. It’s like giving your laptop a personal air conditioner. Future Potential: With the upcoming addition of Copilot+ functionality for Nvidia GPUs by Nvidia and Microsoft, this laptop has the potential to become a powerful tool for AI-related tasks. It’s like giving a cheetah a jetpack. Verdict: The ASUS Zephyrus G16 2024 is a high-performance gaming laptop. It’s slim, sleek, and fantastic to use as a daily driver. However, with the RTX 4090 onboard, it’s got a lot of high-end hardware. The inclusion of Wi-Fi 7 would make it even more future-proof and provide users with a better value for their investment.

My boys love the graphics and it being portable.They like the speed as well.

This Asus G16 is simply spectacular. I’ve been gaming and creating video content on laptops for years. I’ve gone through high end custom builds and several other top of the line predecessors. The latest and greatest of a generation is always impressive, but this feels like an interesting and unique entry onto the market. This isn’t the machine for someone worried about cost, so I’m not even going to address that aspect. It took me a while to settle on how I felt about this laptop. After much consideration, I think I’ve decided that it is the best all-around laptop I’ve ever used. It’s not the best gaming laptop. It’s not the best creator laptop. But it is the best blend I have ever seen. It’s sleek, thin, and light. Easily portable with plenty of screen real-estate. The power brick is surprisingly small for something with this kind of power. Battery life is pretty good. It has a nice complement of ports. There is no number pad, but that’s not really an issue for my use case. So, let’s talk about performance. When I first started using it, I was mildly disappointed with the frame rates I was getting in game. Don’t get me wrong. This thing is a beast, but I was expecting a little bit more out of the 4090. It’s probably due to throttling the power a bit to make it work in this form factor. Again, it slayed every game I threw at it with plenty of frames, just not quite as ridiculously high as I had anticipated. Then I took a step back and thought through the design of the machine. It’s really meant to be an overall premium experience, not just a street cred frame rate generator to brag about to your nerdy friends. The screen is incredible. The contrast and color accuracy are off the charts. Watching movies, creating content, and gaming are all absolute joys. This screen is miles beyond the quality and capability of my last machine. I just kept watching video and calling my wife and son over to “look at how amazing this screen is”. There are all kinds of setting in the Armoury Crate software that let you control the colors and choose presets for different applications. It even has a preset to reduce eye strain that I use at night when doing simple productivity stuff. Then there is the audio. They are very loud, and rich, with excellent performance across all frequencies. In fact, the first thing I did was play a first-person shooter. I picked up a sniper rifle and scoped in on an enemy player. When I pulled the trigger, I literally jumped! The level and depth of the rifle shot caught me completely off guard. Excellent bass! Audio when watching movies is fantastic. Obviously, external speakers or headsets can outperform these built-ins, but you will not be disappointed with these speakers. The overall performance of the drives and processor is excellent. It’s just plain fast. It renders video incredibly fast. The read and write performance is very good. The Core Ultra is an excellent advancement in CPU technology. The wifi connectivity is stable and fast. I’m finally taking advantage of my symmetrical gig fiber. I really like the keyboard. It has enough travel to help you know you’ve pressed a button without being clunky. The track pad is huge and very smooth. It has 4 customizable hotkeys that I like. I left three of them as they are but configured the 4th to launch my favorite game at the touch of a button. Add in the Armoury Crate software that allows you to tweak a host of settings to your liking and you have the single best multipurpose laptop I’ve ever put my hands on. It’s a truly immersive experience that excels at productivity, media, content creation, and gaming, all in an easily portable package. Amazing. There isn’t a lot to not like about his laptop. If I had to get picky… It sits low to the desk, which makes me wonder about cooling. It does vent out the back, so maybe it’s OK? It does run hot. There is a lot of power there. I suspect you could warp a cheap plastic desk pad, so be careful. It seems to throttle well enough to protect itself from the excessive heat, but you aren’t going to want this thing sitting on your lap without a chiller pad. I don’t love the lighting controls overall. I find the slash lighting on the lid cheesy and annoying, but it’s easily turned off. I wish it didn’t have a proprietary charging port, but it can accept power from a high-power USB-C charger as well. At least the proprietary port can be plugged in either way just like a USB-C. Otherwise. It’s just a fantastic entry onto the high-end laptop market. I love this laptop now that I understand it a little bit better. I expect this to stay relevant for quite some time. If you’ve got the cash, and you aren’t trying to beat your buddy in a frame rate war, you will love this machine.