Choose ROG Zephyrus G14 if you need:
- Processor Model at AMD Ryzen 9 270 (vs AMD Ryzen 7 260)
- GPU Model at RTX 5070 (vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU)
- Installed Memory at 32 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 16 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare ROG Zephyrus G14 vs TUF Gaming A16
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models ROG Zephyrus G14 and TUF Gaming A16 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | ROG Zephyrus G14 | TUF Gaming A16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | ASUS |
| Product Family | ROG | TUF |
| Model | ROG Zephyrus G14 | TUF Gaming A16 |
| Model Number | GA403UP-QS005W | FA608UMI-TU198W |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NR0LV1-M001P0 | 90NR0KV1-M00P60 |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2025 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Eclipse Grey | Jaeger Gray |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 9 | AMD Ryzen 7 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 9 270 | AMD Ryzen 7 260 |
| Processor Generation | AMD Ryzen 200 Series | Ryzen 200 Series |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 8 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 16 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 4 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | 54 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA | AMD XDNA |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | 16 TOPS |
| Platform AI Performance | 39 TOPS | 38 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | RTX 5070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| GPU TGP | 90 W | 115 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1595 MHz | 1737 MHz |
| MUX Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Optimus | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 4 displays |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5X | DDR5 |
| Memory Speed | 7500 MT/s | 5600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB | 1024 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 2 slots |
| Card Reader | Yes | — |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | — |
| Card Reader Standard | UHS-II | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 16 inch |
| Display Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Resolution Class | 3K | FHD+ |
| Display Technology | OLED | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | Yes |
| sRGB Color Gamut | — | 100 % |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Adobe RGB Color Gamut | — | 75.35 % |
| Color Accuracy | Pantone Validated Delta E | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Response Time | — | 3 ms |
| Display Finish | Anti-reflective | Anti-glare |
| HDR Support | Yes | — |
| Dolby Vision | Yes | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | G-SYNC, Adaptive-Sync | G-SYNC |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | 1080p FHD IR camera with Windows Hello | 1080p FHD camera |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | — | 2 speakers |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp, AI Noise Canceling | Dolby Atmos |
| Microphone Configuration | — | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 1 | 1-zone |
| Copilot Key | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | — | Touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11be | 802.11ax |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Tri-band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbps) + 1x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, Power Delivery, G-SYNC | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort, Power Delivery and G-SYNC |
| USB4 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB4 Speed | 40 Gbps | — |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | DisplayPort over USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1 x M.2 PCIe storage slot | 2x M.2 PCIe storage slots |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 73 Wh | 70 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 50 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 30 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 200 W | 200 W |
| Power Connector | DC-in | Rectangle |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery 3.0 | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 311 mm | 354 mm |
| Depth | 220 mm | 269 mm |
| Thickness | 16.3 mm | 25.7 mm |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Aluminum chassis |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | Military-grade durability standard |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| Microsoft Pluton | — | Yes |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose TUF Gaming A16 if you need:
- Processor Model at AMD Ryzen 7 260 (vs AMD Ryzen 9 270)
- GPU Model at NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (vs RTX 5070)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 32 GB)
- Display Size at 16 inch (vs 14 inch)
What is the difference between ROG Zephyrus G14 and TUF Gaming A16?
ROG Zephyrus G14 and TUF Gaming A16 share specifications such as Storage Capacity (1024 GB), Brand (ASUS), Launch Year (2025 year), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (ROG Zephyrus G14: AMD Ryzen 9 270, TUF Gaming A16: AMD Ryzen 7 260); GPU Model (ROG Zephyrus G14: RTX 5070, TUF Gaming A16: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU); Installed Memory (ROG Zephyrus G14: 32 GB, TUF Gaming A16: 16 GB); Display Size (ROG Zephyrus G14: 14 inch, TUF Gaming A16: 16 inch).
ROG Zephyrus G14 may suit users who need its differing values, while TUF Gaming A16 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.