15 December 2025 | New Delhi, India: GIGABYTE has announced the launch of the AORUS Elite 16, a next‑generation hybrid‑performance laptop engineered for gamers, content creators, streamers, and professionals who demand high performance at an accessible price point. Positioned as one of the most balanced and best‑priced laptops in its category, the AORUS Elite 16 combines cutting‑edge hardware with creator‑grade display technology to deliver exceptional performance across gaming, editing, rendering, and multitasking workloads.
Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 and NVIDIA RTX 5070 Graphics
At the heart of the AORUS Elite 16 is the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor, paired with the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPU. This next‑gen GPU architecture unlocks:
- Ultra‑smooth AAA gaming
- Accelerated AI‑powered features
- Faster rendering and encoding for creative workflows
- Improved ray tracing and DLSS performance
Whether for competitive eSports or high‑resolution content creation, the AORUS Elite 16 is built to handle demanding, multi‑layer workloads with ease.
Creator‑Grade 16‑Inch WQXGA Display with 165Hz Refresh Rate
The laptop features a 16‑inch WQXGA (2560×1600) display with a 165Hz refresh rate, offering:
- Crisp clarity for gaming
- Accurate colour depth for creators
- Smooth motion for editing, animation, and streaming
- A taller 16:10 aspect ratio for productivity
This makes the AORUS Elite 16 equally capable for competitive gaming and professional creative work.
High‑Speed Memory, Storage & Connectivity
The AORUS Elite 16 supports:
- DDR5 memory for faster multitasking
- PCIe Gen4 SSD for rapid load times
- Thunderbolt™ 5, USB 3.2, HDMI 2.1, and Wi‑Fi 7 for next‑gen connectivity
These features ensure high‑speed data transfers, low‑latency wireless performance, and seamless compatibility with modern peripherals.
Lightweight, Durable & Designed for Modern Users
Despite its powerful hardware stack, the AORUS Elite 16 maintains a lightweight yet durable chassis that reflects GIGABYTE’s engineering precision. The laptop is designed for users who need portability without sacrificing performance, making it ideal for creators on the move, students, professionals, and gamers.
Performance‑Balanced, Creator‑Ready & Aggressively Priced
With its combination of RTX 50 Series graphics, creator‑grade display, and aggressive pricing, the AORUS Elite 16 stands out as one of the most performance‑balanced laptops available in India today. It delivers premium features at a value‑driven price point, making high‑end gaming and content creation more accessible.
Availability
The AORUS Elite 16 is now available across India through authorized retail partners and the official GIGABYTE online store.
