ASUS 16" ProArt StudioBook

It comes in at a weight of 5.29 lb / 2.4 kg, and total dimensions of 14.25 x 10.39 x 0.84" / 36.2 x 26.39 x 2.13 cm.

It contains a 3.3 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX processor with 16 MB of L3 Cache.

It contains a 2.6 to 5 GHz 8-Core Intel Xeon W-11955M (11th Gen) processor with 24 MB of L3 Cache.

It contains a 2.4 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) processor with 24 MB of L3 Cache.

With an 11th gen Intel CPU you can be assured that the laptop has a recent CPU. Whilst not the latest, due to the release of the Intel 12 Series CPUs, it is still recent. However, with the release of the 12th gen you may wish to choose that instead to ensure the longevity of your new laptop.

There's a Dedicated graphics card which is a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 with 8 GB GDDR6 VRAM.

There's a Dedicated graphics card which is a NVIDIA GeForce RTX A5000 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM.

There's a Dedicated graphics card which is a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM.

There's a Dedicated graphics card which is a NVIDIA RTX A2000 with 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM.

A dedicated graphics card usually offers a little bit more graphics power so could be better suited towards gaming and/or graphics processing work like image or video editing.

The maximum memory capacity is 64 GB via the 2 (0 Available) memory slots.

The RAM slot type is 260-Pin SO-DIMM.

Because at least one of the ram slots in the ASUS 16" ProArt StudioBook is replaceable, you will be able to upgrade the ram at a later date.

The glossy screen that is offered may not suit everyone, particularly people working more in cafes or outside. You may notice glare or reflections more often than with non-glossy laptops.

Whilst the model comes with a glossy screen, you won't have to worry too much about the glare produced as there is an anti-reflective coating applied.

The screen has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.

120Hz would be the current minimum recommended refresh-rate for mid-level to serious gaming, as it will ensure your screen is not the difference between you and your competitor.

It's offered in a Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating finish.

It's offered in a Glossy finish.

A brightness of 500 cd/m2, or nits, is available in the screen.

A brightness of 400 cd/m2, or nits, is available in the screen.

It comes with 2 TB of hard drive storage installed, via 2 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive.

It comes with 4 TB of hard drive storage installed, via 2 x 2 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive.

It comes with 1 TB of hard drive storage installed, via 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD harddrive.

The battery life is achieved via a Non-Removable 4-Cell: 90 Wh capacity battery.

When it comes to ports, it's offered with 2 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2) ports. 2 Type-A ports is usually enough for regular laptop users, giving you enough freedom for the peripherals you need.

There's an option of using the Type-C USB ports, with 2 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) ports being offered too, allowing both the use of almost any current peripheral, but also adaptors & dongles allowing use of additional ports for the laptop.

There's an option of using the Type-C USB ports, with 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) ports being offered too, allowing both the use of almost any current peripheral, but also adaptors & dongles allowing use of additional ports for the laptop.

With a backlit keyboard, you'll clearly see your keys and ensure minimal mistakes when you're typing what you need to type.

The numpad inclusion on the laptop ensures optimal access to number keys, so if that's what you're after then this laptop has it for you.

HDD User Password Protection offers you the chance to put a password directly on your hard drive, and ensure that even if someone cracks open your laptop they can't access your data without the password.

If you're like us at LaptopAXS and enjoy remote work, you'll love the Kensington Lock Slot that's offered. Lock your laptop up on the go, and ensure it doesn't walk off with a Kensington lock slot appropriate lock.

The option of the fingerprint reader gives you login & security flexibility, by allowing you to sign in to your laptop with just the tip of your finger.

Don't fret about your wired headphones though, the 3.5mm headphone jack will let you plug right in.

You'll find Wifi 5 inside the laptop, which is the previous generation. However, this does not mean its necessarily a major disadvantage. Wifi 5 is more than capable for the majority of the users, with only top tier users really requiring Wifi 6 at the moment.

You'll find Wifi 6 inside the laptop, which is the current generation. This gives you a small step up in terms of future-proofing your tech, yet may not give you much of an advantage over wifi 5 unless your router and the rest of your setup is up to scratch.

With the latest standard of Bluetooth included, Bluetooth 5, you'll be set for a few more years of ensuring any new peripheral purchased is fully compatible.

The power supply for the ASUS 16" ProArt StudioBook is a 240 W with Barrel/Proprietary so if you're concerned about power usage, make sure this fits within your requirements.