ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) RTX 5060, i7-14650HX, 16GB/1TB

Specifications

Interface

SSD

Form Factor

16-inch

Endurance

—

Warranty

1 year

Brand

ASUS

Value Score Breakdown

Our Verdict

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 RTX 5060 is the value midpoint of three ROG Strix G16 variants at $1,489.43. At $140 more than the RTX 5050 variant ($1,349.99), it adds an i7-14650HX processor and a GPU that sustains 86 FPS in Redfall on Epic settings and 93 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p Ultra with DLSS enabled. The 165Hz 1920x1200 IPS display handles the RTX 5060's 1080p output across all current titles. The 16GB RAM and 1TB NVMe are adequate for most gaming workloads. The direct competitor is the Acer Nitro V 16S AI RTX 5060 ($1,449.99), which costs $40 less and includes 32GB RAM. Buyers who prioritize the ROG Strix chassis quality, display calibration, and the i7-14650HX CPU will find this worth the $40 premium. Spec-conscious buyers who care about multitasking headroom should look at the Acer Nitro V 16S AI first.