ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a modern gaming laptop featuring a powerful Intel Core i9 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card, a 16-inch display, and striking RGB lighting. Learn about its technical specifications, performance, battery life, and current prices in Estonia.
G. Ostrov
Introduction
In the world of gaming laptops, the ROG (Republic of Gamers) series from ASUS has long held a leading position. The ROG Strix G16 (2025) model represents the golden mean between high performance and relatively affordable pricing. In this review, we will cover the device's technical specifications, design, performance in games and applications, and also find out the current price of this laptop in Estonia.
Technical Specifications
Processor: Intel Core i9-14900HX (24 cores, up to 5.8 GHz)
Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 with 8 GB GDDR6
RAM: 32 GB DDR5-5600 MHz (expandable up to 64 GB)
Storage: 1 TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
Display: 16-inch, IPS, 2560×1600 resolution, 240 Hz refresh rate, 3 ms response time, 100% DCI-P3 coverage
Dimensions: 354 × 264 × 22.6–30.4 mm
Weight: 2.5 kg
Battery: 90 Wh
Ports: 2 × USB-C (including Thunderbolt 4), 2 × USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, combined audio jack
Wireless technologies: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Design and Ergonomics
The ROG Strix G16 is designed in the signature ROG style — aggressive geometric lines with RGB lighting. The chassis is made from an aluminum-magnesium alloy, offering solid rigidity with relatively low weight. A distinctive feature is the light strip running along the front and side edges, along with a keyboard backlight customizable through Aura Sync software.
The keyboard features a full-size layout with a dedicated numeric keypad, with a key travel of 1.9 mm for comfortable typing. The touchpad is large and precise, although most gamers will likely prefer using an external mouse.
Performance
The combination of the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and NVIDIA RTX 4070 graphics card delivers high performance in both games and demanding tasks:
Games (maximum settings, 1600p):
- Cyberpunk 2077: 85–95 FPS (with DLSS Quality)
- Counter-Strike 2: 220+ FPS
- Baldur's Gate 3: 70–80 FPS
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III: 110–120 FPS
Synthetic benchmarks:
- 3DMark Time Spy: around 13,500 points
- Cinebench R23 (multi-core): over 30,000 points
The cooling system handles stress well even during extended heavy loads. The laptop is equipped with Intelligent Cooling technology, using liquid metal on the CPU and dual Arc Flow fans. Under maximum load, CPU temperatures reach 85–90°C, and GPU temperatures reach up to 80°C.
Display
The 16-inch IPS display with 2560×1600 resolution and a 240 Hz refresh rate is one of the main highlights of the ROG Strix G16. The panel delivers excellent color accuracy (100% DCI-P3), high brightness (up to 500 nits), and fast response time (3 ms). The 16:10 aspect ratio provides more vertical space compared to traditional 16:9, making it convenient for both gaming and work.
Battery Life
Despite its powerful hardware, thanks to the 90 Wh battery, the ROG Strix G16 can last up to 6–7 hours during office tasks and web browsing (with reduced brightness and backlight turned off). Under gaming load, battery life is around 1.5–2 hours. The 330 W charger can replenish the battery from 0% to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Software
The ROG Strix G16 comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Home. ASUS' proprietary Armoury Crate software allows users to monitor system parameters, configure performance modes, manage lighting, and monitor hardware status.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- High performance in games and heavy workloads
- High-quality display with a high refresh rate
- Efficient cooling system
- Rich set of ports including Thunderbolt 4
- Decent battery life for a gaming laptop
Cons:
- High price
- Considerable weight (2.5 kg) and thickness
- Noisy cooling system under full load
- Glossy screen coating may cause glare
Prices in Estonia
In Estonia, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 with Core i9-14900HX, RTX 4070, 32 GB RAM, and 1 TB SSD is priced between €2,199 and €2,499 depending on the store and configuration. A more affordable version with Core i7-14650HX and RTX 4060 costs between €1,799 and €1,999.
Main retailers offering this model:
- Euronics — from €2,299
- 1a.ee — from €2,199
- Klick — from €2,449
- Arvutitark — from €2,299
Conclusion
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) is a powerful and modern gaming laptop capable of handling any game or demanding application. Its main advantages include a high-performance CPU and GPU, a high-quality display with a fast refresh rate, and an efficient cooling system. Downsides are the high price and relatively heavy weight. If you are looking for a powerful gaming laptop with a large screen and are not too restricted by budget, the ROG Strix G16 is an excellent choice.
For more information about the product, you can visit the official ASUS ROG Strix G16 website.