ASUS has officially introduced the ROG Zephyrus M16 Air (2025), an ultra-thin and powerful gaming laptop designed for users who demand high performance in a portable form factor. The laptop is now available for pre-order and brings cutting-edge hardware, a premium design, and advanced cooling technology.
Sleek and Lightweight Design
The ROG Zephyrus M16 Air features a CNC-machined aluminum body, offering durability with an aerospace-grade finish. Weighing just 1.95 kg and measuring 1.49 cm in thickness, it is one of the thinnest gaming laptops in the market. ASUS is offering the device in two stylish colors: Eclipse Gray and Platinum White.
The laptop’s lid is adorned with the Space-Time Rift Matrix, a customizable LED matrix with seven RGB zones and 15 different lighting effects, enhancing its futuristic look.
Stunning OLED Nebula Display
The 16-inch OLED Nebula display is one of the standout features of the ROG Zephyrus M16 Air. With a 2.5K resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, and a 0.2ms response time, it delivers smooth visuals with ultra-fast performance. The screen also boasts 500 nits brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, and Dolby Vision support, ensuring vibrant colors and deep contrasts. ASUS offers a two-year burn-in protection warranty for this premium display.
Top-Tier Performance with Intel & NVIDIA
Under the hood, the ROG Zephyrus M16 Air is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9-285H processor with 16 cores, paired with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics with 130W TGP. The laptop comes equipped with 32GB LPDDR5X RAM and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, with support for additional storage via dual M.2 slots.
Advanced Cooling Technology
To maintain optimal performance, ASUS has integrated Glacier Cooling 3.0 into the Zephyrus M16 Air. This system includes liquid metal thermal compound, dual Arc Flow fans, and a vapor chamber to efficiently dissipate heat, ensuring stable performance even under heavy workloads.
Connectivity and Additional Features
The ROG Zephyrus M16 Air offers a comprehensive set of connectivity options:
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports (40Gbps, 100W fast charging)
- HDMI 2.1 (8K@60Hz output support)
- Two USB-A (10Gbps) ports
- UHS-II SD card reader
- Wi-Fi 6E for ultra-fast wireless connectivity
- Dedicated power port with temperature monitoring
Immersive Audio and Battery Life
ASUS has equipped the Zephyrus M16 Air with a six-speaker Dolby Atmos sound system, delivering high-fidelity audio for gaming and multimedia. The laptop also features an RGB keyboard with 1.7mm key travel for a responsive typing experience.
The 90Wh battery supports 100W fast charging via USB-C, ensuring extended usage on the go.
Pricing and Availability
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 Air (2025) is now available for pre-order in China, starting at ¥23,999 (~$3,300). Global availability is expected in the coming months.
With its ultra-thin design, high-performance hardware, and premium OLED display, the ROG Zephyrus M16 Air sets a new benchmark for portable gaming laptops. Stay tuned for global launch updates!
