ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) vs Framework Laptop 13 Pro
63.4Performancespec-based61.1
97.5Graphicschip72.5
55.5Displayspec-based44.9
86.7Batteryspec-based78.5
24.5Portabilityspec-based75.9
6 spec wins — ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025)5 spec wins — Framework Laptop 13 Pro
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) scores 64.5 against 64.7 for Framework Laptop 13 Pro. Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025)
- Stronger graphics score: 98 vs 73
- 280% higher charging: 380 W vs 100 W
- 100% higher Refresh rate: 240 Hz vs 120 Hz
- 31% higher Geekbench 6 (multi): 19,535 vs 14,965
- 21% higher capacity: 90 Wh vs 74 Wh
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 13 Pro
- 100% higher RAM: 64 GB vs 32 GB
- 100% higher storage: 2,048 GB vs 1,024 GB
- 49% lower thickness: 15.9 mm vs 30.8 mm
- 46% lower weight: 1.44 kg vs 2.65 kg
- 40% higher Peak brightness: 700 nits vs 500 nits
- Lower launch price: $1,499 vs $2,700
Display
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+19% | 13.5 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS-level anti-glare (ROG Nebula, G-SYNC) | LCD (LTPS, matte anti-glare touchscreen) |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 2880x1920 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz+100% | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 700 nits+40% |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra X9 388H |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU | Intel Arc B390 (12 Xe3 cores) |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2x16GB, up to 64GB) | LPDDR5X-7467 (LPCAMM2) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 2,048 GB+100% |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD | PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 3,012+2%Top 21% | 2,952Top 25% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 19,535+31%Top 13% | 14,965Top 38% |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 22,099Top 9% | — |
Battery
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 90 Wh+21% | 74 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | — | 15.9 h |
| Charging | 380 W+280% | 100 W |
Design
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.65 kg | 1.44 kg+46% |
| Thickness | 30.8 mm | 15.9 mm+49% |
| Material | Plastic | CNC-machined 6063 aluminum |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 5, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 2.1, 2.5G Ethernet, 3.5mm audio jack | 4x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C/Thunderbolt 4, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD), 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (Intel BE211) |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD + IR | 1080p 30fps (9.2MP sensor), privacy switch |
| Biometrics | IR face (Windows Hello) | Fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) | Framework Laptop 13 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro (Ubuntu 24.04 LTS option available) |
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