ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603H
- CPU:
- Core i7-11800H
- GPU:
- RTX 3060
- Display:
- 16" WQXGA 165Hz
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Manufacturer: ASUS Last updated: 2026-09-23
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603H (Core i7-11800H, RTX 3060, 16GB) Review
ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603H with Intel Core i7-11800H, GeForce RTX 3060, 16GB soldered LPDDR4X, 1TB NVMe SSD, 16-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) 165Hz display.
One of the first 16-inch 16:10 gaming laptops, the Zephyrus M16 traded the older 15.6-inch 16:9 standard for a taller, higher-resolution canvas without giving up high refresh rate.
Overview
The M16's ErgoLift hinge and AniMe Matrix lid (on some SKUs) made it a design standout in 2021, pairing 11th-gen Intel silicon with Ampere-generation NVIDIA graphics in a relatively slim chassis for the specs.
Screen replacement note
This chassis is commonly fitted with a 16" WQXGA 165Hz panel from either BOE (NE160QDM-NY3) or CSOT (MNG007DA1-6 and related suffixes) depending on production batch — confirm the exact part number on the panel label before ordering a replacement.
Specifications
Identity and variant
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Series | ROG Zephyrus M16 |
| Series ID | asus-rog-zephyrus-m16-gu603h |
| SKU Name | ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603H (Core i7-11800H, RTX 3060, 16GB) |
| Chassis Code | GU603H |
| Region Sold | Global |
Class and platform
| Laptop Class | Gaming |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2021 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Weight | 1.9 kg |
Processor
| CPU Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Model | Core i7-11800H |
| CPU Cores | 8 |
Sustained power
| Sustained Power Source | Not Measured |
|---|---|
| Power Adapter Wattage | 200 W |
Graphics
| GPU Brand | NVIDIA |
|---|---|
| GPU Model | GeForce RTX 3060 |
| VRAM | 6 GB |
| GPU Max Graphics Power | 90 W |
| Graphics Switching | Advanced Optimus |
Memory
| RAM Capacity | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered |
| Memory Soldered | Yes |
| Max RAM Supported | 16 GB |
Upgradability
| RAM Slots | 0 |
|---|---|
| RAM Slots Free | 0 |
| Storage Slots | 2 |
| Storage Slots Free | 1 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Storage Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| SATA Bay Present | No |
Storage as shipped
| Storage Capacity | 1000 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Display
| Display Size | 16 inches |
|---|---|
| Resolution Width | 2560 px |
| Resolution Height | 1600 px |
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Touchscreen | No |
Battery and ports
| Battery Capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Thunderbolt Support | Thunderbolt 4 |
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6E |
Provenance
| Source URL | https://rog.asus.com/laptops/rog-zephyrus/rog-zephyrus-m16-2021/ |
|---|
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- 16:10 gaming/creator hybrid use
Not for
- Buyers wanting user-upgradeable RAM