A slim Intel-based gaming laptop with a 16-inch OLED display, the ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605 delivers serious connectivity for a 19mm chassis. A Thunderbolt 4 port on the left supports 40 Gbps transfers and DisplayPort 2.1 for 8K gaming monitors, while a second USB-C port on the right adds DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode. The full-size SD card reader supports UHS-II speeds up to 312 MB/s for fast media transfers. HDMI 2.1 FRL enables 4K at 144Hz or higher refresh-rate gaming displays.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GU605 with Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1 FRL, USB-C DP 1.4, 2x USB-A, SD UHS-II, and 3.5mm audio.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- ASUS
- Release Year
- 2024
- Model Number
- GU605MI
- Category
- laptop
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) | 1 | Thunderbolt 4 (Left side) | 40 Gbps, DisplayPort 2.1 Alt Mode, USB PD charging (secondary to barrel connector) |
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 1 | USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Right side) | 10 Gbps, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode; data and display output only |
| USB Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 2 | USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (Left and Right sides) | 10 Gbps; one port per side |
| HDMI 2.1 (Type A - Standard) | 1 | HDMI 2.1 FRL (Left side) | Full Rate Link HDMI 2.1, supports up to 4K@240Hz or 8K@60Hz on compatible displays |
| SD Card Slot (UHS-II) | 1 | SD card reader (Right side) | Full-size SDXC UHS-II, up to 312 MB/s read speeds |
| 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic) | 1 | Headphone / Mic combo (Left side) | 4-pole TRRS combo jack for headsets with microphone |
Notes & Compatibility
Intel Core Ultra (Meteor Lake) variant. Thunderbolt 4 port on left side supports DP 2.1 and PD charging. Right-side USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2) supports DP 1.4 Alt Mode. HDMI 2.1 FRL supports up to 4K@240Hz. Primary charging via barrel DC connector — USB-C PD charging is secondary. Full-size SD card slot (UHS-II) on right side.
