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GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz 400 nits 100% sRGB |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH
Reference / Part Number
AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH
Release date
April 2025, 1 year ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Grey |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Gray Tide |
| Introduction year | 2025 |
| Country of origin | Taiwan |
| Original brand name | GIGABYTE |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | sRGB |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 165 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Total processor performance up to | 36 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
| Thunderbolt 5 ports quantity | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 5 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 3-zone RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery weight | 338 g |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Windows Hello | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,3 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 357 mm |
| Depth | 254 mm |
| Height (front) | 2 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,6 cm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 92 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 417 mm |
| Package height | 310 mm |
| Package weight | 5,2 kg |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Number of batteries | 1 |
Logistics data
| Products per shipping (inner) case | 1 pc(s) |
|---|
Other features
| Batteries included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz 400 nits 100% sRGB display.
Which processor and graphics card does the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × Thunderbolt 5, 1 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH weigh?
It weighs 2,3 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the GIGABYTE AORUS ELITE 16 BWHC3ESC64SH released?
Its release date is April 2025, 1 year ago.