GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY launched two models of the AERO X16 laptop in Japan on June 10, 2026. These machines combine Ryzen AI processors with GeForce RTX 50 series graphics to target content creators and gamers who need portability.
GIGABYTE introduces two new laptop models featuring Ryzen AI processors and GeForce RTX 50 series graphics for portability.
The high-end model features a Ryzen AI 9 465 CPU paired with a GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. The lower-tier version switches to a Ryzen AI 7 350 processor and a GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU for more budget-conscious buyers.
Spec comparison
| Spec | High-End Model | Low-End Model |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Ryzen AI 9 465 | Ryzen AI 7 350 |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-5600 | 16GB DDR5-5600 |
| Storage | 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD | 512GB NVMe M.2 SSD |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Both laptops share a 16-inch WQXGA display that runs at 165Hz and covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut. The chassis measures 355mm by 250.7mm with a thickness of just 16.7mm, while the total weight sits at 1.9kg.
The premium configuration includes 32GB of DDR5-5600 RAM and a 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD running Windows 11 Pro in Luna White. The base model offers 16GB of DDR5-5600 memory, a 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home, and comes in Space Gray.
GIGABYTE priced the top-tier AERO X16 at 420,000 JPY and the entry-level version at 320,000 JPY. Both units became available for purchase in Japan immediately upon announcement on June 10, 2026.
Microsoft lists these devices as Copilot+ PC compliant based on their hardware specifications. The manufacturer claims the integrated NPU will handle real-time translation and image generation tasks efficiently, though independent benchmarks are not yet available.
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