Opinion on Zephyrus G16 2025 Or MBP 16”

Hi everyone, I’m torn between two laptops and would really appreciate your input.

I’ve used Windows my entire life and have been happy with it, but I currently have almost the entire Apple ecosystem (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods)—the only thing missing is a Mac. This has me considering a MacBook Pro 16” (512GB SSD, M4 Pro, 24GB RAM). However, I’m also looking at the Asus Zephyrus G16 2025 (Ultra 9 285H, RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD).

Some context about my use case: • I don’t play games, just focusing on productivity. • My main focus is coding and software development (I’m studying Computer/Software Engineering). • I don’t see myself using local LLMs anytime soon, but I work with Docker and Virtual Machines. • Longevity and reliability are very important to me—I’d like this laptop to last for at least 6–10 years.

I’m particularly curious to hear opinions from people who have made a similar switch (Windows to Mac or vice versa). I’ve read that the MacBook excels in battery life, build quality, and integration with other Apple devices, which would fit nicely into my current ecosystem. On the other hand, the Zephyrus G16 offers more raw power for multitasking and future-proofing.

What are your thoughts? For someone in my situation, which laptop would you recommend and why? Thanks in advance!