Asus Launches 2026 ROG Zephyrus and G1000 Gaming Desktop

Asus Unveils New ROG Zephyrus Line-Up and ROG G1000 Gaming Desktop at CES 2026

Asus has officially launched its refreshed ROG Zephyrus laptop line-up at CES 2026, alongside a brand-new ROG G1000 gaming desktop.

The new portfolio includes:

  • ROG Zephyrus G14
  • ROG Zephyrus G16
  • ROG Zephyrus Duo 16
  • ROG G1000 Gaming Desktop

The company has not yet announced pricing or availability details.


ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16: Key Features

The ROG Zephyrus G14 (GU405A) and ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU606) run on Windows 11 Pro. They feature Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors.

Display

  • G14: 14-inch 3K ROG Nebula HDR OLED, 16:10 aspect ratio, 120Hz, up to 1100 nits brightness
  • G16: 16-inch 2.5K ROG Nebula HDR OLED, 16:10 aspect ratio, 240Hz, up to 1100 nits brightness

Performance

  • G14 GPU: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • G16 GPU: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
  • Memory: Up to 64GB LPDDR5X-8533
  • Storage: Up to 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 SSD

Both models feature CNC aluminium chassis, a six-speaker audio system, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and a 1-zone RGB keyboard.

Battery

  • G14: 73Wh battery with 250W adapter
  • G16: 90Wh battery with 250W adapter

ROG Zephyrus Duo 16: Dual-Screen Powerhouse

The ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX651) introduces a premium dual-screen design.

  • Two 16-inch ROG Nebula HDR OLED touch displays
  • 16:10 aspect ratio
  • 120Hz refresh rate
  • 1100 nits peak brightness

It runs on the latest Intel processor and supports up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU.

Memory and Storage

  • Up to 64GB LPDDR5X-8533 RAM
  • Up to 2TB PCIe Gen 5 SSD

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi 7
  • Bluetooth 6.0
  • Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
  • Two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C with DisplayPort 2.1 and Power Delivery 3.0
  • HDMI 2.1
  • SD card reader
  • Audio combo jack
  • DC-in port

The laptop also features a 90Wh battery and a 250W power adapter.


ROG G1000 Gaming Desktop: Built for Extreme Performance

Asus also revealed the new ROG G1000 gaming desktop.

The highlight is the AniMe Holo fan, which projects customizable holographic visuals.
The module is placed in a separate chamber for improved airflow and lower noise.

Cooling and Performance

  • ROG Thermal Atrium design
  • 420mm AIO liquid cooler with three fans
  • GPU options:
    • ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 / 5080
    • ROG Strix RTX 5070 Ti
    • AMD Radeon 9070XT
  • Up to 128GB DDR5 RAM
  • Up to 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD

The desktop uses a massive 104-litre ATX chassis designed for high-performance gaming and cooling efficiency.


Final Thoughts

With the new Zephyrus line-up and ROG G1000 desktop, Asus is making a bold move. They want to dominate the premium gaming market in 2026.

More details on pricing and regional availability are expected soon.

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