ASUS - ROG Zephyrus M15 15.6" 4K Ultra HD Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 - 1TB SSD - Prism Black

Name: ASUS - ROG Zephyrus M15 15.6" 4K Ultra HD Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 - 1TB SSD - Prism Black
Brand: ASUS
SKU: 6403817
Rating: 4.5 (722 reviews)

Model: GU502LV-BI7N8

SKU: 6403817

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Processor Model: Intel 10th Generation Core i7 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.6 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x Thunderbolt 3 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Life (up to): 6 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
General
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: GU502LV-BI7N8
- Product Name: ROG Zephyrus M15 15.6" 4K Ultra HD Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 - 1TB SSD
- Color: Prism Black
- Year of Release: 2020
Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
Processor
- Processor Brand: Intel
- Processor Model: Intel 10th Generation Core i7 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 10750H
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.6 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR4 SDRAM (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 3200 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- System Memory RAM Expandable To: 24 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: NVIDIA
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 10 (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x Thunderbolt 3 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 1
- USB Ports: 3 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
Cooling
- CPU Cooling System: Air
Power
- Battery Life (up to): 6 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: false
Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Audio Technology: Smart Amplification technology
- Speaker Type: Stereo speakers
Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.78 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 14.2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 9.9 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 4.43 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
Included
- Included Software: EverNote, Netflix, Microsoft Office 365 (30 days trial), TripAdvisor and Dropbox
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
Other
- UPC: 192876644850

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 Gaming Laptop: Put your best foot forward with this 15.6-inch Ultra HD ASUS notebook PC. The VR-Ready NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics card delivers hyperrealistic visuals in immersive games, while the Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM ensure smooth gameplay and effortless multitasking. This ASUS notebook PC features a 1TB SSD for speed and ample storage capacity.

Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
15.6" display: 3840 x 2160 native resolution. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-10750H mobile processor: Powerful 6-core, twelve-way processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR4 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics: Backed by 6GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for an ultrafast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
Virtual Reality Ready: This computer has the required specs to run Virtual Reality hardware and software and is compatible with Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows Mixed Reality Ultra.
Weighs 4.43 lbs. and measures 0.8" thin: Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
RGB backlit keyboard: Allows you to enjoy comfortable and accurate typing, even in dim lighting.
Basic software package included: 30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
Additional ports: Headphone output and microphone input.
Xbox Game Pass for PC: 1-Month of Xbox Game Pass for PC included. Get access to over 100 high-quality PC games on Windows 10
Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
15.6" display: 3840 x 2160 native resolution. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-10750H mobile processor: Powerful 6-core, twelve-way processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR4 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics: Backed by 6GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for an ultrafast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
Virtual Reality Ready: This computer has the required specs to run Virtual Reality hardware and software and is compatible with Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows Mixed Reality Ultra.
Weighs 4.43 lbs. and measures 0.8" thin: Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
RGB backlit keyboard: Allows you to enjoy comfortable and accurate typing, even in dim lighting.
Basic software package included: 30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
Additional ports: Headphone output and microphone input.
Xbox Game Pass for PC: 1-Month of Xbox Game Pass for PC included. Get access to over 100 high-quality PC games on Windows 10

Whats Included

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 GU502LV-BI7N8
4-cell battery
Power adapter
ASUS ROG Zephyrus M15 GU502LV-BI7N8
4-cell battery
Power adapter

Product Manuals

Q: is this 144hz or 240hz?

A: This looks like the 4K 60Hz option.

Q: Can you change the ram or add more ram to the laptop

A: heard various coments about how much extra ram you can add. some people said 32gb and then Asus said only 16gb, which is wrong. I was able to add a 32gb ram and no problems. I also added one 2tb secuda to the 2nd m2 slot and replace the 1tb with a 2nd 2tb

Q: Does it has a camera?

A: No, this model does not have a webcam.

Q: It's hard to find any reviews of this specific model (rtx2060, 4k, 10th Gen) online. I see other variants but not this one. Is this model discontinued or brand new? Best Buy doesn't even have extra RAM to install on this. What RAM chip can I add on? Thx!

A: I bought this exact laptop, you can purchase a 32 Gig Ram stick for around $170 and max out at 40G of 3200 Mhz DDR4 RAM. I bought this stick from Crucial memory: Product SKU: CT32G4SFD832A Product Name 32GB DDR4-3200 SODIMM 1.2V CL22

Q: Can it output a 144hz monitor, even itself it's 60hz?

A: Yes, and I recommend using the USB-C to DisplayPort output for high refresh rate monitors.

Q: Will the hdmi output in 4k, or will the port downscale it?

A: The HDMI port will not downscale the video signal.

Q: Hello! Does the 4K display on the model have a glossy finish or matte? Thank you!

A: The 4k screen is a matte finish, i wish it was glossy

Q: According to Asus models of GU502LV should support Thunderbolt 3. Can you confirm this particular laptop does indeed support TB3?

A: That is correct, this has one TB3/USB-C port with support for 65W PD and DP 1.4.

Customers are saying

Customers find value in the ROG Zephyrus M15's performance, especially for creative work and gaming, and its superb screen quality. Many appreciate its lightweight design and the fast SSD, although some note that the battery life could be improved. While the keyboard is well-received, heat and fan noise are recurring concerns for some users.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent laptop, few minor flaws I can live with
I was looking for a decent Windows based laptop that has nVidia RTX built in to get away from my 2019 MacBook Pro. I am a bit of an ASUS fan, having used their products for many years due to their build quality and reliability, (I owned an ASUS laptop in the Vista era and it was a great machine, I also have a self-built desktop based on an ASUS Maximus VIII Hero motherboard that is still going strong today, almost 5 years later). After much deliberation over getting the $200 cheaper Zephyrus g14 or a MSI GS66, I came across this model. Despite the g14 being a bit faster than this model, I decided on the m15 because it seems to have almost everything that I was looking for in a laptop: Thunderbolt 3 support, an Ethernet jack, RTX graphics, an open secondary M.2 slot, a 1 TB SSD preinstalled, better temps than the g14, a serviceable battery, at least one non-soldered slot for RAM, and a color calibrated 4k display. There is one really useful feature that I was unaware of before I bought the laptop: MyASUS (the built in software) includes a battery health manager to increase the longevity of your battery. If you leave it plugged in all the time in a docking station, it can be set to prevent the battery from charging beyond 60% or 80% of capacity depending on your chosen setting. It only stops the charging while the program is running in the background and can easily be disabled if you plan on taking the laptop on the road and need to charge to full capacity. The display is nice and crisp, Windows 10 v2004 still has some bugs with the default 250% display scaling in some programs. iTunes is barely useable (not surprised, it is Apple's issue). I also haven't figured out the best setting for games yet either. Playing games at 4k with the default Windows scaling seems to downscale some games, although I am not entirely sure. (I had to run the nVidia RTX Elevator demo using compatibility mode to disable the scaling to get it to even open.) Jedi Fallen Order runs at ultra settings and 4k resolution fairly well, it dropped a few frames but it was not unplayable. That is to be expected of the RTX 2060. This is not the max-q variant of the 2060. See the attached screenshot of GPU-Z for more info. When the laptop is set to turbo mode, it will increase the GPU's clock speed up to 2025 Mhz as needed. I don't notice much if any ghosting on the display, I am not a competitive online gamer so a high refresh rate isn't as important to me. Watching movies is a fair experience, the display has amazing color and contrast but there is some flashlighting in the corners of the screen on dark scenes that can be an annoyance and some movie playing apps tend to get the fans ramped up as well, which can drown out the mediocre speakers. A good pair of headphones would make it a much better experience. The keyboard is excellent compared to the butterfly keyboard on my mac, the keys are stiff and have a good tactile feel to them. The Aura backlighting is nice to have although it could be just a bit brighter. Keyboard backlight is just right at max brightness in the dark, and unlike the silver keyboard on the g14, the keyboard is easily legible on the m15 in the light with the backlight on or off. I also like the fact that F5 is set to change the boost mode with a tap and F6 is a shortcut to launch the windows snipping tool. I am not aware of there being a Fn lock on this laptop though, so you always have to hold the Fn key first. I hope that ASUS will push out a BIOS update in the future that allows you to disable the power button LED, it is bigger and brighter than all of the other status leds below the screen and it appears to always be red. It is slightly annoying to have it in the corner of your vision constantly. Finally, I wanted a laptop with good linux support. I moved the factory NVME M.2 SSD into slot 2 and installed a 250Gb SATA M.2 drive in slot 1. Only slot 1 supports SATA M.2 drives but both will support NVME drives. I was surprised when installing Fedora 32 that everything was fully supported on the laptop as far as I cold tell. The intel integrated graphics are enabled by default and drivers for nVidia had to be installed manually which also requires Secure Boot to be disabled in the UEFI to get them to load. It appears to be running very smooth so far. I also tested booting off a USB drive with Linux Mint 19.3 but driver support for that was lacking with no touchpad or wifi support out of the box. All-in-all this is a beautiful laptop with quality hardware and good build quality. I would easily recommend it for the power user or professional that likes to play a AAA title here and there and wants a laptop that can play them in style.
Posted 5 years ago by VltKpr
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome production laptop
I bought this mainly for photography work as well as occasional videography work on the go. It hasn't let me down yet. The 4K screen has incredible color reproduction. Yes they call this a gaming laptop, however at this point if they label certain products under a "gaming" tag, more times than not it'll be higher spec'd hardware than non gaming versions. This 4K screen only does 60hz, which is NOT what a gamer would want these days. This laptop also comes in a 144hz and 240hz screen versions. If you're gaming only, I suggest those versions. If you care more about using your screen for work, then this 4K screen model is excellent. The i7 is plenty fast and the 2060 GPU does it's job well while using Adobe's Creative Suite. The battery lasts pretty long if you're only browsing the web while on the battery. If you want to do work or gaming, it'll not only not last long, but it also dips performance because it's trying to make the battery last as long as possible. Just plug it in if you want to game or do work. I highly recommend this laptop!
Posted 4 years ago by John
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great product, especially for the current price
Online store made the process of selecting and purchasing the product pretty easy while being able to compare and weigh pros-cons against other similar laptops. Also, in-store pickup was quick and easy and staff were friendly and helpful. The laptop itself works great so far. The system itself runs pretty much silently with a responsive and tactile, but quiet, keyboard. The layout itself is intuitive and ergonomic. And dollar for performance-wise, it's a pretty great machine. I like the adjustable and customizable backlighting on the keys, as well as the display itself. It's very crisp and haven't had any problems with any programs I normally use. I will be trying out some more demanding games and programs so if anyone has any questions in response to this review, I can probably answer them in the next few weeks. It's incredibly light considering the hardware it's packing, it charges fast, and so far the battery life stands at the estimated by ASUS (around 7-8 hours, 5-6 for more demanding programs). For the current price (I purchased it for 1250USD), highly recommend this laptop.
Posted 4 years ago by Toyce