95.2
Best for creative professionals and power users prioritizing ai efficiency and display quality.
- 10-core CPU / 10-core GPU M5 Silicon
- 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display
- 24GB Unified Memory / 1TB SSD
$2,049
Head to head · Laptops
ROG Strix G16 (2025) Gaming Laptop vs Surface Laptop (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC
Ravvy scores ROG Strix G16 (2025) Gaming Laptop at 87.17 and Surface Laptop (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC at 89.21. Surface Laptop (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC takes the overall pick, best for students and professionals seeking macbook-like battery life on windows.
$1,509
A powerhouse mid-range gaming rig that trades total portability for class-leading cooling and the latest Blackwell GPU architecture.
Ravvy pick
89.2
$934
The best Surface Laptop in years is ideal for mobile workers who prioritize 20-hour battery life and build quality over universal software compatibility.
How they score
| Factor | ROG Strix G16 (2025) Gaming Laptop | Surface Laptop (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC |
|---|---|---|
| Portability | 65 | 95 |
| Display Quality | 84.5 | 91 |
| Future Proofing | 89 | – |
| Gaming Performance | 92.5 | – |
| Thermal Management | 94 | – |
| Performance | – | 84 |
| Battery Life | – | 98 |
| Software Compatibility | – | 75 |
ROG Strix G16 (2025) Gaming Laptop
What owners praise
- Next-gen RTX 5060 GPU with DLSS 4 support
- Advanced Tri-Fan cooling with liquid metal
- Wi-Fi 7 support for ultra-low latency
- Improved ACR film reduces screen reflections
- Spacious 16:10 FHD+ display at 165Hz
What to know first
- Relatively heavy at 2.65 kg
- Short battery life when gaming unplugged
- 16GB RAM may bottleneck heavy video editing
Skip it if ultra-portable seekers or professional colorists requiring 4k resolution
Surface Laptop (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC
What owners praise
- Exceptional 20-hour battery endurance
- High-quality 600-nit HDR touchscreen
- Excellent haptic touchpad and keyboard
- Silent and cool operation during heavy tasks
- Modern Wi-Fi 7 support for future-proofing
What to know first
- ARM architecture may have compatibility issues with older apps
- Limited port selection compared to thicker laptops
- Glossy screen can be reflective in direct sunlight
Skip it if hardcore gamers or users of niche legacy x86 software
Specs side by side
| Spec | ROG Strix G16 (2025) Gaming Laptop | Surface Laptop (2024), Windows 11 Copilot+ PC |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 197105977907 | 196388281183 |
| ASIN | B0DZZWMB2L | B0CXKV9TSN |
| GTIN | 197105977907 | 196388281183 |
| Brand | ASUS | Microsoft |
| Color | Eclipse Gray | Dune |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| CPU Model | Core i7 | Snapdragon X Plus |
| Model Name | ROG Strix G16 | Surface Laptop |
| Model Year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2304 x 1536 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | Laptop | Copilot+ PC |
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