In terms of connectivity,
Wifi ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 (v6).
Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.
Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds
| Standard |
Speed |
Release Date |
Network |
Frequency Bands (GHz) |
| Wi-Fi 7 |
up to 40 Gbps
(5 GB/s) |
2023 |
802.11be |
2.4, 5, 6 |
| Wi-Fi 6E |
up to 9.6 Gbps
(1.2 GB/s) |
2020 |
802.11ax |
2.4, 5, 6 |
| Wi-Fi 6 |
up to 9.6 Gbps
(1.2 GB/s) |
2019 |
802.11ax |
2.4, 5 |
| Wi-Fi 5 |
up to 6.93 Gbps
(866.25 MB/s) |
2014 |
802.11ac |
2.4, 5 |
| Wi-Fi 4 |
up to 600 Mbps
(75 MB/s) |
2009 |
802.11n |
2.4, 5 |
* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.
USBBoth ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 and ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 have USB-A ports. ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.Both ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 and ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 have USB Type-C ports. ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.
Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.
USB Type and Speeds
| USB Type |
Version |
Speed |
Date |
Other Features/Explanations |
| USB4 |
Gen 4 (2.0) |
80 Gbps |
2022 |
Also known as USB 80Gbps |
| USB4 |
Gen 3×2 |
40 Gbps |
2019 |
Also known as USB 40Gbps |
| USB 3.2 |
3.2 Gen 2x2 |
20 Gbps |
2019 |
Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2 |
| USB 3.2 |
3.2 Gen 2 |
10 Gbps |
2017 |
Previously known as USB 3.1 |
| USB 3.2 |
3.2 Gen 1 |
5 Gbps |
2017 |
Previously known as USB 3.0 |
| USB 3.1 |
3.1 Gen 2 |
10 Gbps |
2013 |
Faster data transfer rates |
| USB 3.0 |
3.1 Gen 1 |
5 Gbps |
2010 |
SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates |
| USB 2.0 |
2.0 |
480 Mbps |
2000 |
High-speed data transfer |
| USB 1.0 |
1.0 |
1.5 Mbps |
1996 |
Original USB standard |
ThunderboltROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 is equipped with Thunderbolt 3 port. ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 does not have Thunderbolt port.
HDMIBoth ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 and ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 feature an HDMI port. ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.
Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.
HDMI Comparison Table
| HDMI Version |
Maximum Resolution |
Bandwidth
(Gbps) |
Color Depth
(bits) |
Release
Date |
| HDMI 2.1-2.1b |
7680 x 4320 (8K) @ 60p
3840 x 2160 (4K) @ 120p |
48.0 |
48 |
2017 |
| HDMI 2.0-2.0b |
3840 x 2160 (4K) @ 60p |
18.0 |
48 |
2013 |
| HDMI 1.4-1.4b |
3840 x 2160 (4K) @ 30p |
10.2 |
48 |
2009 |
| HDMI 1.3-1.3a |
2560 x 1440 @ 60p |
10.2 |
48 |
2006 |
| HDMI 1.0-1.2a |
1920 x 1200 @ 60p |
4.95 |
24 |
2002 |
* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.
SD Card Reader ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 does not have an SD Card Reader.
Audio JackBoth ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 GA605 and ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.
To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.
| Connectivity and Ports |
WiFi Standard
(latest: v7) |
v7
|
v6
|
Bluetooth
(latest: v5.4) |
v5.4
|
v5.1
|
USB-A
(latest: 3.2) |
2x USB 3.2 |
3x USB 3.2 |
USB Type-C
(latest: USB4 2.0) |
2x USB 3.2
|
1x USB 3.2
|
Thunderbolt
(latest: 4) |
No
|
Thunderbolt 3
|
HDMI
(latest: 2.1) |
1x HDMI 2.1 |
1x HDMI 2.0 |
Display Port
(latest: v2.0) |
No
|
No
|
| VGA |
No
|
No
|
| Fingerprint Sensor |
No
|
No
|
| Optical Drive |
No
|
No
|
| Audio Jack 3.5mm |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Ethernet RJ45 |
No
|
Yes
|
| SD CardReader |
Yes
|
No
|
| Proprietary Charging Port |
Yes
|
Yes
|