Asus unveils ROG Strix G16 2026: Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus chip and 300Hz display.
Asus's new 16-inch gaming laptop impresses with a 24-core processor that's 7% more powerful than its predecessor, along with top-of-the-line RTX 50-series graphics options.
Asus has officially launched the 2026 edition of its ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop globally. This is a worthwhile upgrade to the renowned 16-inch line, focusing on optimizing processing performance and visual experience with the latest hardware components from Intel and Nvidia.
Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus 24-core processor.
The core change in the ROG Strix G16 2026 compared to its predecessor lies at the heart of the system: the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor. While maintaining a 24-core architecture, this new chip is expected to deliver approximately 7% higher processing performance than the Core Ultra 9 275HX version from 2025.
This performance boost allows the ROG Strix G16 to smoothly handle demanding tasks, from playing AAA games at the highest settings to professional content creation work such as video editing or 3D design. The laptop maintains a weight of 2.65 kg, ensuring a balance between performance and portability for a high-performance gaming laptop.
Nvidia RTX 50-series graphics and a super-smooth 300Hz display.
In terms of graphics capabilities, Asus offers users the latest generation Nvidia GPU options, including the GeForce RTX 5060, RTX 5070, and the most powerful RTX 5080. To fully utilize this graphics power, the device is equipped with a 1600p IPS display with a refresh rate of up to 300 Hz.
Notably, this screen only reaches a maximum refresh rate of 300 Hz when the user activates "Ultimate" mode for the dGPU (discrete graphics card). In normal modes, the screen operates at 240 Hz, equivalent to the 2025 generation. For lower-configuration versions, Asus equips a 1200p screen with a 165 Hz refresh rate and a maximum brightness of 300 nits.
In terms of power, the ROG Strix G16 2026 continues to use a 90 Wh battery, supporting fast charging technology with the included 280 W power adapter, minimizing waiting time and maintaining a seamless experience.
Detailed specifications and pricing
Below is a summary of the key specifications of the ROG Strix G16 2026 series:
| Ingredient | Detailed specifications |
|---|---|
| Central Processing Unit (CPU) | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus (24 cores) |
| Graphics (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 / 5070 / 5080 |
| Screen | 16-inch, 1600p @ 300Hz or 1200p @ 165Hz |
| Memory (RAM) | Up to 32 GB |
| Storage (SSD) | 1 TB option |
| Batteries & Chargers | 90 Wh, 280 W charging |
Currently, the product has begun appearing in major markets such as Canada, France, Italy, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom. In the UK, the starting price is £2,599. In the Eurozone, the version with the RTX 5060 starts at €1,899, while the top-of-the-line version with the RTX 5080 costs up to €3,599. The US market is also expected to receive this laptop soon.
