Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 GA605KM Review – 16-Inch OLED Power at Just 1.85 kg

What You’re Getting — Key Specs at a Glance

• Processor: AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 350 (up to 5.0 GHz, 8 Cores / 16 Threads, 24MB Cache, AMD XDNA™ NPU up to 50 TOPS)
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5060 8GB GDDR7 (ROG Boost up to 1737MHz at 105W — 90W base + 15W Dynamic Boost)
• Memory: 32GB LPDDR5X 7500MHz (onboard, dual-channel, non-upgradable)
• Storage: 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
• Display: 16-inch 2.5K WQXGA (2560×1600) OLED, 16:10, 240Hz, Mirror finish, 100% DCI-P3, G-Sync, Pantone Validated, ROG Nebula Display, MUX Switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, Dolby Vision HDR
• Camera: 1080P FHD webcam + infrared webcam with Windows Hello support
• Audio: Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp, AI Noise-Canceling, Hi-Res Certification, 6-speaker system with dual-force subwoofer, 2 Tweeters
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7 (Triple Band) 2×2, Bluetooth 5.4
• Keyboard: Backlit Chiclet, Single Light, touchpad
• Ports: 2× USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1× USB-C Gen 2 (DisplayPort / PD / G-SYNC), 1× USB4 (DisplayPort / PD), HDMI 2.1 FRL, 3.5mm Combo Audio, SD Card Reader (SD Express 7.0), XG Mobile support
• Battery: 90WHrs, 4-cell Li-ion with 240W AC adapter
• Weight: 1.85 kg
• Warranty: 2 Years Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty by Asus

Note: Specifications reflect the current Bangladesh variant.

Performance — Big Power, Small Footprint

• Esports titles: 150–200 FPS at 1080p high settings.
• AAA games at 2560×1600: 50–70 FPS with DLSS — playable, though you’ll often drop to 1920×1200 for smoother frames.
• Creative workloads: The 8GB VRAM handles 3D modeling, video editing, and AI rendering surprisingly well for a laptop this thin.

Display — The Best 16-Inch Screen in Its Class?

• 100% DCI-P3 + Pantone Validation = professional-grade color accuracy for designers and photographers.
• 240Hz + G-Sync = buttery smooth gaming and scrolling.
• Dolby Vision HDR = stunning contrast and color in supported content.
• ROG Nebula Display certification = Asus’s guarantee of premium panel quality.

Design, Audio & Portability

Battery, Charging & Thermals

Pros & Cons

• Exceptionally light at 1.85 kg — best-in-class portability for a 16-inch machine
• Stunning 2.5K 240Hz OLED display with Pantone validation
• Ryzen AI 7 350 with 50 TOPS NPU for AI workloads
• 32GB ultra-fast LPDDR5X 7500MHz memory
• RTX 5060 handles 1080p/1440p gaming in a 16.4mm body
• Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
• Windows Hello IR camera
• 6-speaker system with real bass and subwoofers
• SD Express 7.0 card reader for creators
• XG Mobile support for external GPU expansion
• 2 Years Asus warranty

• RAM is soldered — no upgrade path
• RTX 5060 capped at 105W (understandable for the thin chassis, but less raw power than 115W variants)
• Mirror/glossy display reflects bright lights
• 2.5K resolution can strain the GPU in demanding AAA titles
• Single-light keyboard — no RGB customization

Who Is This Laptop Actually For?

• A traveling professional who needs power and portability in equal measure
• A content creator who wants a color-accurate OLED screen in a lightweight package
• A university student who games, codes, and commutes daily
• A freelancer who works from cafés, co-working spaces, and client sites
• Anyone who wants a premium daily driver that doesn’t scream “gaming laptop”

• Need maximum GPU wattage for competitive 1440p gaming (consider the Strix G16 instead)
• Want upgradeable RAM for future-proofing
• Are on a strict budget — the G16 commands a premium for its design and display
• Prefer matte displays — the mirror finish reflects bright environments

Why Buy from Byte City BD?

• Genuine Asus ROG products with official distributor backing
• 2 Years Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty by Asus Bangladesh
• Competitive market pricing with regular updates
• EMI options for eligible buyers
• Secure home delivery across Bangladesh
• Expert after-sales support

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Disclaimer: Prices and availability are subject to market fluctuations.