ASUS
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024)
Laptops
$2,299List price
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024) vs MacBook Air 15" (M3)
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Apple
MacBook Air 15" (M3)
Laptops
$1,299List price
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Your starting point
Tied overall. MacBook Air 15" (M3) is cheaper.
- The 8 rankable overall specs split 4 to 4.
- Saves $1,000 at list price.
How we reached this
We compare the published specifications relevant to your priority. Each rankable specification counts once; your selected requirements can rule a product out. This is a guide to the numbers, not a laboratory performance score.
The trade-off to know
Check first: the MacBook Air 15" (M3) has no HDMI port. the MacBook Air 15" (M3) has macOS, not Windows. the MacBook Air 15" (M3) has a 60 Hz display.
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| What you’re comparing | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024) | MacBook Air 15" (M3) |
|---|---|---|
| SizeDisplay | 16.0 inches | 15.3 inches |
| PanelDisplay | ROG Nebula OLED | Liquid Retina IPS LED |
| ProcessorPerformance | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Apple M3 (8-core CPU) |
| MemoryPerformance | 32GB LPDDR5x | 16GB unified |
| Claimed battery lifeBattery | ~8–10 hours productivity | Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback |
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Both sides of the decision
What you gain. What you give up.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024)
Reasons to choose it
- Gorgeous 2.5K 240Hz OLED G-Sync screen
- Thin and rigid CNC aluminum chassis
- Exceptional gaming and creator GPU horsepower
Worth considering
- Soldered memory cannot be upgraded
- High fan noise under maximum synthetic loads
MacBook Air 15" (M3)
Reasons to choose it
- Completely fanless silent operation
- Slim 11.5mm aluminum design with massive battery life
- Vibrant Liquid Retina display with dual external monitor support
Worth considering
- Display limited to 60Hz without ProMotion
- Base model memory and storage are soldered and non-upgradable
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Catalog snapshot: September 1, 2026. Prices, availability, and provider terms can change.
Still weighing it up?
Which is cheaper, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 or the MacBook Air 15" (M3)?
MacBook Air 15" (M3) costs $1,000 less at list price.
What is the biggest catch with the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 or MacBook Air 15" (M3)?
Both has this deal-breaker: no touchscreen. No pen or touch input for marking up PDFs or sketching.
Which is better for travel, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 or the MacBook Air 15" (M3)?
For travel, buy the MacBook Air 15" (M3). Leads 3 of 3 rankable travel specs. Claimed battery life: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback vs ~8–10 hours productivity
What cannot be compared from spec sheets?
Of the 29 specs tracked here, 21 are descriptive and cannot be ranked on numbers alone. Spec sheets also cannot measure subjective factors like build quality, real-world performance, or comfort.