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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15, being slightly more expensive, offers a more powerful graphics card suitable for high-end gaming and intensive tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning. Conversely, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 features an OLED screen which provides superior color accuracy and contrast, making it ideal for photo editing and media consumption. The Zenbook Pro is also lighter and thinner, enhancing its portability. However, if utmost performance in gaming or computational power is a priority and you're not as concerned about portability or display quality, the TUF Gaming A15 may warrant the extra expense. Both laptops have similar storage and memory but the TUF Gaming A15 may have a shorter battery life due to its more power-hungry components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.7
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, providing smoother visuals and better performance in gaming and 3D applications compared to the Zenbook Pro 15's Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti and 60Hz refresh rate. While the Zenbook Pro 15 offers a high-quality OLED screen which could make it preferable for tasks where color accuracy and screen clarity are more important, its lower-tier graphics card and refresh rate make it less suitable for intensive gaming and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very suitable for engineering and design due to its powerful CPU and high-performance GPU, which are crucial for demanding tasks, and also offers a higher refresh rate screen, although it's heavier and thicker than the Zenbook. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a high-quality OLED touchscreen and is lighter and thinner for better portability, but its CPU and GPU are less powerful than the A15's, making it somewhat less optimal for highly intensive engineering tasks.
Screen Quality
7.2
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 for gaming and AI, and content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For everyday tasks, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 delivers pleasant visuals thanks to its resolution and brightness, making it suitable for a variety of common applications. Professionals in engineering and design may find the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 superior due to its wider color coverage, offering more accurate color reproduction for detailed work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D tasks as they prioritize color accuracy and resolution over higher refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and gameplay.
Battery
11.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good portability, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,059
$1,109
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 costs $1,109.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 stands out for general use due to its powerful processor and high-capacity storage, alongside a durable build and ample battery life, designed to withstand more intensive usage, such as gaming, which is reflected in its appearance. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a premium OLED touchscreen display with exceptional color accuracy, a more compact and lighter build for enhanced portability, and a slightly longer battery life, making it an attractive option for those prioritizing screen quality and portability over gaming capability.
Content Creation
8.0
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.6
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
7.2
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A15 | ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,059 | $1,109 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 13.9'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 4.41 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.37" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7940HS | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 96 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 271 nits | 346 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | June 2023
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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