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Black gaming laptop with a 16 inch display and slim profile

ASUS

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM 16.0" WUXGA 165Hz i7-12700H RTX 3060 16GB DDR5 4TB NVMe gaming

SKU CH-KQCY-C2CAK

A 16.0" WUXGA 165Hz gaming laptop with a 14-core i7-12700H, RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6, 16GB DDR5 and 4TB NVMe storage

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPUIntel® Core™ 12th Generation Alder Lake i7-12700H
  • Screen16.0" WUXGA
  • Memory16GB
  • Storage4 TB (2 x 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Operating System Windows 11 Pro

GPU|Memory|SSD|Option GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU|16GB|4 TB|FHD+

  • 14-core i7-12700H reaches 4.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • 0" WUXGA 165 Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 drives modern games at high settings
  • 4 TB NVMe storage in dual 2 TB drives holds large libraries
  • 16 GB DDR5 4800 MHz memory keeps multitasking smooth

16-inch WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM combines a 16.0-inch WUXGA IPS-level panel running at 165Hz with an Intel Core i7-12700H 14-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. It targets gamers and creators who need colour-accurate visuals and high refresh rates in a portable chassis. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed.

Sustained Load Thermal Behaviour

The 14-core Alder Lake CPU reaches a maximum turbo frequency of 4.7 GHz while the RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 drives the 500-nit display. Under continuous load the slim 0.78-inch profile relies on the factory-applied Gelid GC Extreme thermal interface material to manage heat across both processors. DDR5 4800MHz memory supports steady throughput during long sessions.

Pre-Purchase Compatibility Checklist

Verify that your workflow benefits from the 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut and 1200:1 contrast ratio of the 1920 x 1200 panel. Confirm the 4 TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage configuration (2 x 2 TB) meets capacity and speed requirements. Ensure the 4.19 kg weight and 13.98 x 9.57 inch footprint suit your mobility needs.

Highlights

  • 14-core i7-12700H reaches 4.7 GHz turbo for heavy workloads
  • 0" WUXGA 165 Hz panel covers 100% DCI-P3 for accurate colour
  • RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 drives modern games at high settings
  • 4 TB NVMe storage in dual 2 TB drives holds large libraries
  • 16 GB DDR5 4800 MHz memory keeps multitasking smooth

Specifications

BrandASUS
SeriesROG Zephyrus M16
ModelROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM
Part NumberGU603ZM-M16.I73060-HID4P
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPUIntel® Core™ 12th Generation Alder Lake i7-12700H
Screen16.0" WUXGA
Memory16GB
Storage4 TB (2 x 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Graphics CardNVIDIA® GeForce® RTX™ 3060
Video Memory6GB
CommunicationLAN and WLAN
Dimensions (W x D x H)13.98" x 9.57" x 0.78"
Weight4.19
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 12th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i7-12700H
Number of Cores14
Core NameAlder Lake
Turbo FrequencyMax Turbo Frequency 4.7 GHz
CPU L3 Cache24 MB
Screen Size16.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Display TypeWUXGA
Resolution1920 x 1200
Refresh Rate165Hz
Display Features165Hz 3ms IPS-Level, 500-nits, 1200:1 Contrast, 100% DCI-P3, 85/85/85/85 Viewing Angle, Anti-Glare, Adaptive-Sync, Pantone Validated
GPU/VPUGeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD4TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec4 TB (2 x 2 TB) M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Memory SpeedDDR4 4800MHz
Memory Spec1 x 8 GB On-Board + 1 x 8 GB
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported40GB
LAN10/100/1000 Mbps
WLANASUS Approved Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax)
WiFi Generation6
BluetoothBluetooth® 5.2
USB2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort™ / power delivery
Thunderbolt 31 x Thunderbolt™ 4 supports DisplayPort™ / Power Delivery
HDMI1 x HDMI 2.0b
Other port1 x RJ45 LAN
Audio Ports1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
AudioSmart Amp Technology / Audio by Dolby Atmos
Speaker2 x 2W Tweeter / 4 x 2W Woofer with Smart Amp Technology / Built-in Array Microphone
KeyboardSingle-zone RGB Keyboard Backlight
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
Webcam720p HD
Card ReadermicroSD, UHS-II @ 312 MB/s
StyleThin and Light
TypeGaming & Entertainment
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Chargerø6.0, 240W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 12A, 240W, Input: 100~240C AC 50/60Hz universal
Battery90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-Cell Li-Ion

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Questions about this item

How loud does the ROG Zephyrus M16 GU603ZM get when the i7-12700H hits 4.7 GHz turbo all day?

The 14-core i7-12700H and RTX 3060 share a vapor-chamber cooling stack tuned with Gelid GC Extreme thermal compound; under sustained 100% load the fans reach an audible but not distracting level while keeping CPU and GPU temperatures in check.

What must I already own to use the 4 TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe storage and 16 GB DDR5 4800 MHz memory?

Nothing extra — the 4 TB array ships as two 2 TB M.2 NVMe drives and the 16 GB DDR5 kit is 8 GB soldered plus one 8 GB SO-DIMM, so the laptop is fully populated and boot-ready.

Will my older USB-A peripherals and HDMI monitor work with the GU603ZM's ports?

Yes — the chassis retains full-size USB-A and HDMI 2.0b alongside USB-C, so legacy mice, drives and external displays connect without adapters.

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