

ASUS ROG Strix G16: Intel i7 (G615) vs. Ryzen 9 (G614)? Confused about models and chassis
Hey everyone! I'm about to buy a laptop and I'm torn between two versions of the ASUS ROG Strix G16:
Option A: Intel Core i7 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD / RTX 5060 8GB / G615 Chassis (cheaper).
Option B: AMD Ryzen 9 / 16GB RAM / 1TB SSD / RTX 5060 8GB / G614 Chassis (more expensive).
Both have the exact same GPU (RTX 5060 8GB), RAM, and storage capacity.
My main questions:
Performance: Since both have the same GPU, is the Ryzen 9 really worth the extra money over the i7 for gaming, or will the GPU be the bottleneck in both cases anyway?
Chassis & Durability: I want a laptop that will last me for many years. Does the newer G615 chassis on the Intel version bring significant improvements in cooling or build quality that would help prolong its lifespan compared to the G614?
Which one would you recommend for the long run? Thanks!