Tech Desk 
Jan 08, 2025
Asus launched its latest 2025 TUF gaming laptops at CES 2025, including the TUF Gaming A18, the first 18-inch model in its series, with the refreshed TUF Gaming A16 and F16.
All these devices feature the flagship Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs, paired with up to 32GB DDR5 RAM and 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage variants, aiming to deliver an enhanced and more impressive user experience.
Asus TUF Gaming A18 specifications
The TUF Gaming A18 (FA808) offers a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge features, including a spacious 18-inch WQXGA IPS screen with 2.5K resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, and 500 nits peak brightness. It also supports Nvidia G-Sync for smoother visuals.
It is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 260 chipset, paired with up to 32GB of 5600MHz DDR5 RAM and up to 2TB SSD storage.
For connectivity, it features USB 4.0, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, RJ45 LAN port, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3. In addition, it houses stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, for an acoustic audio experience, a 1080p IR camera with Windows Hello, and a 90Wh battery with a 240W power adapter.
Asus TUF Gaming A16 and F16 specifications
The TUF Gaming A16 (FA608) and F16 (FX608) consist of similar features, along with a 16-inch WQXGA IPS display featuring a 165Hz refresh rate and 400 nits brightness. Both laptops include second-gen Arc Flow fans for cooling.
The A16 is powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 260 chipset, while the F16 houses an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, providing users with flexible options for performance needs. For connectivity, it features USB 4.0, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, RJ45 LAN port, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3.
In addition, it houses stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, for an acoustic audio experience, a 1080p IR camera with Windows Hello, and a 90Wh battery with a 240W power adapter.
The pricing has yet to be confirmed by the company.
