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Gigabyte AORUS 16X (2024) 16-inch gaming laptop
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Gigabyte AORUS 16X

Expert rating8.6 / 10

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CPU:
Core i9-14900HX
GPU:
RTX 4070 8GB
RAM:
32GB DDR5
Display:
16" 2560x1600 165Hz

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Manufacturer: Gigabyte Last updated: 2026-10-10

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Gigabyte AORUS 16X Review

Gigabyte AORUS 16X with Core i9-14900HX, RTX 4070 8GB and 32GB dual-channel DDR5 with one free storage slot.

A performance-focused gaming laptop with a full-power Raptor Lake HX chip and Advanced Optimus switching, aimed at buyers who want both raw CPU power and upgrade headroom.

Overview

The AORUS 16X pairs a desktop-class 24-core HX processor with an RTX 4070 in a 165Hz QHD+ chassis, leaving a second SO-DIMM slot and M.2 slot for future upgrades.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.6 / 10

The Aorus 16X pairs a Core i9-14900HX with an RTX 40 series GPU carrying 8GB of VRAM and 32GB of DDR5 in SO-DIMM slots. The 16-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS panel runs at 165Hz and the 99Wh battery is large. Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E and a free storage slot make it a strong match for CPU-heavy work plus gaming, with room to upgrade.

At 2.35 kg it is heavier than thin-and-light options, so weight-conscious buyers should look elsewhere. The 8GB GPU is the limiting piece at higher resolutions.

Best for

  • CPU-heavy workloads plus gaming
  • Future upgraders

Not for

  • Weight-conscious buyers

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

BrandGigabyte
SeriesAORUS 16X
Series IDgigabyte-aorus-16x-2024
SKU NameAORUS 16X (i9-14900HX, RTX 4070, 32GB)
Chassis CodeASF-D3US656SH
Region SoldGlobal

Class and platform

Laptop ClassGaming
Release Year2024
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Weight2.35 kg

Processor

CPU BrandIntel
CPU ModelCore i9-14900HX
CPU Cores24
CPU Base Power55 W
CPU Max Turbo Power157 W

Sustained power

Sustained Power SourceNot Measured
Power Adapter Wattage330 W

Graphics

GPU BrandNVIDIA
GPU ModelGeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
VRAM8 GB
GPU Max Graphics Power140 W
Graphics SwitchingAdvanced Optimus

Memory

RAM Capacity32 GB
RAM TypeDDR5
RAM Speed5600 MT/s
Memory Form FactorSO-DIMM
Memory SolderedNo
Max RAM Supported64 GB

Upgradability

RAM Slots2
RAM Slots Free0
Storage Slots2
Storage Slots Free1
Storage Form FactorM.2 2280
Storage InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4
SATA Bay PresentNo

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity1000 GB
Storage TypeNVMe SSD

Display

Display Size16 inches
Resolution Width2560 px
Resolution Height1600 px
Refresh Rate165 Hz
Panel TypeIPS
Brightness ConditionVendor Unstated
sRGB Coverage100 %
TouchscreenNo

Battery and ports

Battery Capacity99 Wh
Thunderbolt SupportThunderbolt 4
WiFi StandardWiFi 6E

FAQs

Can you upgrade the RAM in the Gigabyte AORUS 16X?

Yes. It uses SO-DIMM memory in 2 slots (all filled as shipped). It ships with 32 GB of DDR5. The maximum supported is 64 GB.

Can you upgrade the SSD in the Gigabyte AORUS 16X?

Yes. It has 2 M.2 2280 slots (PCIe 4.0 x4). 1 is free as shipped, so you can add a second drive. It ships with 1000 GB NVMe SSD.

What display does the Gigabyte AORUS 16X have?

The Gigabyte AORUS 16X has a 16-inch, 2560x1600, IPS, 165 Hz non-touch display.

Does the Gigabyte AORUS 16X have Thunderbolt?

Yes. It supports Thunderbolt 4.

How big is the battery in the Gigabyte AORUS 16X?

The Gigabyte AORUS 16X has a 99 Wh battery.

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