ASUS revealed the 2025 TUF Gaming laptops collection, featuring the first 18-inch model. The ASUS TUF Gaming F16, A16, and A18 use the newest AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA processors to give high-performance at low cost.
The original 18-inch laptop from TUF Gaming
With its incredibly outstanding specifications, the A18 is the first 18-inch laptop in the TUF Gaming family and offers the greatest Windows 11 gaming experience. The A18’s AMD Ryzen 7 260 CPU and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU allow it to run the newest games and maintai workflow.
Next-generation enhancements
With next-generation silicon, the complete 2025 TUF Gaming series provides gamers with amazing performance and value. The F16 has an Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX, whereas the TUF Gaming A16 has an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor. Up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz RAM and up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage support both models, providing gamers with exceptional multitasking and performance in the newest games. Additionally, both models have a 2.5K resolution 165Hz display, which is an excellent combination of high resolution and fast refresh rate for gamers of all skill levels.
Incredible value
The 2025 TUF Gaming series is full with features that gamers, students, and everyone else in between will love, and its elegant designs make it look as good in a coffee shop as they do in a gaming tournament. Dual high-performance PCIe Gen 4 storage and DDR5 RAM slots are easily accessible and upgradeable in all variants. When not connected to the electricity, users may work and play for longer with large 90Wh batteries, and adaptable USB-C ports can offer up to 100W of power. Additionally, the machines use 2nd-Gen Arc Flow Fans, which are more silent than ever before and have a design modelled by jet turbines. Performance and affordability are perfectly balanced in the 2025 TUF Gaming portfolio.
ASUS TUF GAMING F16
Performance
Extremely high-end gaming specifications
The F16, a part of the TUF Gaming family, has some incredibly remarkable specs that allow you to play the best games on Windows 11. The F16 can effortlessly run the newest games or maintain your workflow with its powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU.
- Windows 11 Pro OS
- Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor
- Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU Laptop GPU
STRONG PERFORMANCE
The Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX, which powers the ASUS TUF Gaming F16, has eight performance cores and sixteen efficient cores for amazing performance in both gaming and multitasking. The TUF Gaming F16 offers you remarkable versatility in how you utilise your gaming device both on and off the battlefield thanks to integrated AI acceleration in a few content creation apps.
IMPROVE YOUR POWER
Even for gamers with the biggest libraries, the ASUS TUF Gaming F16‘s maximum 4TB PCIe Gen 4 storage is more than enough. Up to 64GB of fast DDR5 memory will be plenty for everything from simple multitasking to demanding games. The best part is that you have future flexibility because the RAM and storage are both completely upgradeable and accessible.
A completely new design
Combining portability and power is essential to the ASUS TUF Gaming F16‘s design concept. At slightly under 2.3kg and 17.9mm at its thinnest point, the F16 is portable. It fits in most bags, backpacks, and large handbags. When combined with 100W USB-C charging, a 90Wh battery can extend your battery life and make charging easier than before.
Durability
Military-grade toughness
TUF Gaming laptops must pass a battery of MIL-STD-810H tests. Test equipment is dropped, vibrated, humidified, and heated or cooled to ensure reliability. The F16 is more than capable of enduring the unintentional bumps and knocks of daily life and is dependable even in the most extreme circumstances.
Cooling
Remain composed
Strong cooling is necessary for powerful components, which is why we’ve outfitted the ASUS TUF Gaming F16 with an extensive array of technologies to ensure optimal performance. The F16 will never lose its cool thanks to features like its full-width heatsink, integrated dust filters, and 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans, which were inspired by aircraft engines.
- 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans
- Full-Width Heatsink
- Full-Width Exhaust Vent
- 38dB Performance mode
Display
NEVER MISS A MOMENT
- 2.5K Resolution
- 165Hz Refresh Rate
- 3ms Response time
- 400 nits Typical Brightness
- 16:10 Aspect Ratio
- 90% Screen-to-body Ratio
- NVIDIA G-sync Technology
A 2.5K 165Hz display allows you to keep up with the pros. For incredibly fluid and realistic gameplay, G-SYNC synchronises the refresh rate of the display with the GPU’s output to minimise stuttering, reduce lag, and remove visual tearing. The 2.5K panel reproduces colours just as the designer intended, hitting 100% of the sRGB colour range.In a 16-inch laptop chassis, this resolution provides the highest pixel density for immersive entertainment and games without sacrificing portability.
Control
EVERYTHING IS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Equip yourself with a gaming-optimized desktop keyboard. You can creatively express your own distinct style with One Zone RGB backlighting. For easier control and quicker responsiveness, overstroke technology activates higher with each keystroke. Each key in its authentic TUF form is robust enough to endure more than 20 million presses, providing exceptional long-term accuracy and dependability. Additionally, the touchpad has a 240Hz report rate, which helps the system understand what you’re scrolling for and minimises unintentional misclicks.
- GB Keyboard One Zone Backlight
- Full-size Keyboard with number keys
- 1.7mm Travel Distance
- 4 Hotkeys For seamless control
- 20 million Key-press Lifetime
- 10% Larger Touchpad
- 240 Hz High Touchpad Report Rate
ASUS TUF Gaming F16 price
Prices for the ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2024) vary depending on the reseller and setup, however it is available in the US. For example, the FX607JV-ES73 model is listed at $1,299.99 at Best Buy. It costs $1,299.99 from the official ASUS store as well. ExcaliberPC and other merchants have priced it for $1,099.97. Please be aware that geographical variations, availability, and promotions can all affect prices.
ASUS TUF Gaming A18 Specs
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Display | Up to 18″ 2.5K (WQXGA, 2560×1600), 240Hz, IPS-level, anti-glare, 16:10, DCI-P3 100%, 500 nits, 3ms (overdrive support), 1000:1, Supports DDS & G-SYNC |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor |
| GPU | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU |
| Memory | Up to 32GB DDR5-5600MHz |
| Storage | Up to 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| I/O Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (supports DisplayPort with G-Sync/ Power Delivery) 1 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort with G-Sync) 2 x 3.2 gen 2 Type-A 1x USB2.0 Type-A 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x RJ45 LAN 1 x Audio jack |
| Keyboard and Touchpad | 1-zone RGB Mini LED backlight chiclet keyboard with full size arrow keys |
| Wireless | WiFi 6E Bluetooth v5.3 |
| LAN | RJ45 LAN |
| Audio | Stereo speakers Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
| Battery | 90Wh |
| AC Adapter | 240W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter |
| Chassis | A side: Metal B/C/D side: Plastic |
| Important Specs | New thermal technologies adopted: Full-width heatsink, larger exhaust vents and Arc Flow fans V2.0 MIL-STD 810H 180° hinge design 1080p IR Camera with Windows Hello |
| Dimension | 3.99 x 2.83 x 1.89~2.67cm |
| Weight | 2.6kg |
2025 ASUS TUF Gaming A16 & F16 Specs
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Display | Up to 16″ 2.5K (WQXGA, 2560×1600), 165Hz, IPS-level, anti-glare, 16:10, sRGB 100%, 400 nits, 3ms (overdrive support), 1000:1, Supports DDS & G-SYNC |
| CPU A16 | Up to an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor |
| CPU F16 | Up to Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX |
| GPU | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU |
| Memory | Up to 32GB DDR5-5600MHz |
| Storage | Up to 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| I/O Ports A16 | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (supports DisplayPort with G-Sync/ Power Delivery) 1 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort with G-Sync) 2 x 3.2 gen 2 Type-A 1x USB2.0 Type-A 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x RJ45 LAN 1 x Audio jack |
| I/O Ports F16 | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (supports DisplayPort / Power Delivery) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) 3 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen2 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x RJ45 LAN 1 x Audio jack |
| Keyboard and Touchpad | 1-zone RGB Mini LED backlight chiclet keyboard with full size arrow keys |
| Wireless | WiFi 6E Bluetooth v5.3 |
| LAN | RJ45 LAN |
| Audio | Stereo speakers Dolby Atmos Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
| Battery | 90Wh |
| AC Adapter | 240W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter Up to 280W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter |
| AC Adapter | Up to 280W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter |
| Chassis | A side: Metal B/C/D side: Plastic |
| Important Specs | New thermal technologies adopted: Full-width heatsink, Full-width vents and Arc Flow fans V2.0 MIL-STD 810H 180° hinge design 1080p IR Camera with Windows Hello |
| Dimension A16 | 35.4 x 26.99 x 1.79~2.58cm |
| Dimension F16 | 35.4 x 26.99 x 1.79~2.73cm |
| Weight | 2.2kg |
