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ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID12 gaming laptop

SKU CH-VBST-8RQ1B

A 16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz IPS-level gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-14650HX 16-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8 GB GDDR7 graphics, 64 GB DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

  • ColorEclipse Gray
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
  • CPUIntel® 14th Generation i7-14650HX
  • Screen16" WUXGA
  • Memory64GB
  • Storage2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
  • 16-core Intel i7-14650HX reaches 5.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives smooth 165 Hz gaming
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel handles memory-hungry multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD delivers fast boot and load times
  • Gelid GC Extreme on GPU plus Conductonaut on CPU lowers system temperatures

16" WUXGA 165Hz IPS Gaming Laptop

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 G615JHR-DS74-HID12 is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card. It ships with Windows 11 Home, 64 GB of DDR5 memory and a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD. The Eclipse Gray chassis houses a 1920 x 1200 display running at 165 Hz for smooth motion in fast-paced titles.

Thermal Grizzly and Gelid TIM Upgrade

HIDevolution replaces the stock thermal interface material with Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU. This custom application targets lower sustained temperatures compared to the factory configuration. The upgrade is performed by an authorised ASUS build-to-order dealer and is covered under the original warranty terms.

Sustained Load Behaviour With Custom TIM

Under prolonged workloads the liquid metal and high-conductivity paste combination helps the 16-core 24-thread Raptor Lake Refresh CPU maintain higher boost clocks without thermal throttling. The RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 also benefits from reduced GPU junction temperatures during extended rendering or gaming sessions. Dual-channel DDR5 5600 MHz memory supports consistent throughput for memory-intensive tasks.

Highlights

  • 16-core Intel i7-14650HX reaches 5.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • NVIDIA RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives smooth 165 Hz gaming
  • 64 GB DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel handles memory-hungry multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD delivers fast boot and load times
  • Gelid GC Extreme on GPU plus Conductonaut on CPU lowers system temperatures

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesROG Strix G16
ModelG615JHR-DS74
Part NumberG615JHR-DS74-HID12
ColorEclipse Gray
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
CPUIntel® 14th Generation i7-14650HX
Screen16" WUXGA
Memory64GB
Storage2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Graphics CardNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 5050
Video Memory8GB
Dimensions (W x D x H)13.94" x 10.55" x 0.90" ~ 1.21"
Weight6.02 lbs
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i7-14650HX
Number of Cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
Core NameRaptor Lake Refresh
Turbo FrequencyMax Turbo Frequency 5.7 GHz
CPU L3 Cache30 MB
Screen Size16.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeWUXGA
Resolution1920 x 1200
Refresh Rate165Hz
Color GamutsRGB:100%
Display FeaturesFHD+ 165Hz IPS-Level
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD2TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Memory SpeedDDR5 5600MHz
Memory Spec2 x 32 GB
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported128GB
WLANWi-Fi 7(802.11be) (Triple band) 2*2
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth® 5.4
USB1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power delivery / G-SYNC, 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps)
Thunderbolt1x Thunderbolt™ 4 support DisplayPort™ / power delivery
HDMI1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Audio Ports3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
AudioSmart Amp Technology, Dolby Atmos, AI noise-canceling technology, Hi-Res certification (for headphone)
Speaker2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
TouchpadYes
KeyboardBacklit Chiclet Keyboard Per-Key RGB
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
Webcam1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello
Card ReaderNone
StyleThin and Light
TypeGaming & Entertainment
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/ChargerRectangle Conn, 280W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 14A, 280W, Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Battery90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion

Questions about this item

Will the 64 GB DDR5 memory and 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD support heavy multitasking and large game libraries without upgrades?

Yes, the laptop ships with 64 GB of DDR5 5600 MHz dual-channel memory and a 2 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD, providing ample capacity for demanding workloads and extensive game installations.

Does the 165 Hz IPS-level display and RTX 5050 with 8 GB GDDR7 deliver smooth visuals in fast-paced titles?

The 16-inch WUXGA panel runs at 165 Hz, and the GeForce RTX 5050 includes 8 GB of GDDR7 video memory, together enabling high frame rates and responsive gameplay.

How does the thermal upgrade applied by the builder affect CPU and GPU temperatures under load?

Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on the CPU and Gelid GC Extreme on the GPU replace the stock interface materials, lowering core temperatures during sustained gaming sessions.

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