Is the ROG Strix G16 G615 worth it over the previous Strix G16?

Yes for raw GPU power: the RTX 5080 Laptop GPU and Core Ultra 9 275HX are a clear step up from the RTX 40-series models. If you mostly play lighter titles, the older generation still holds up.

Can it run games at high settings on its own screen?

Yes. The RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with DLSS 4 is built for high settings at the display's native resolution in most current titles. Very demanding ray-traced games may need DLSS or slightly lowered settings.

How loud does it get while gaming?

Fans are audible under sustained load, which is normal for a laptop with this much GPU power. Performance and balanced modes trade some noise for lower frame rates.

Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

The 1TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD is user-replaceable, and the DDR5 memory is upgradeable on this chassis. Check the exact slot configuration before buying a kit.

The laptop, its power adapter and the standard ROG documentation. A mouse and headset are not included.

Is it good for video editing and streaming?

Yes. The Core Ultra 9 CPU and RTX 5080 handle editing, encoding and streaming alongside gameplay, though 16GB of RAM is the main limit for very heavy projects.