The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is generally less expensive and has a higher resolution display with a better color range and contrast, making it suitable for general use and gaming with good color accuracy. It is relatively more portable and offers a long battery life. However, the A17's larger screen provides a more immersive gaming experience and the processor and GPU are more powerful, suitable for demanding engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning. Bear in mind, the A17 is more expensive, slightly less portable, and has a lower color range, but it compensates with its hardware capabilities and good heat management. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good overall display quality
Good portability
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
8.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
253.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16's screen offers a blend of resolution and brightness that provides a clear and vibrant image, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. Engineering and design professionals might value the A16's screen for its color accuracy, which helps in tasks requiring precise color representation like photo editing or 3D modeling. However, gamers looking at both models might be disappointed with the refresh rates, which could result in less fluid motion during fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 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
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$1,552
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 costs $1,552.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 offers a larger storage capacity and a more powerful CPU which can improve user experience for general use, while its larger screen size enhances visibility but diminishes portability compared to the A16; conversely, the A16 has a higher screen resolution and pixel density, contributing to sharper image quality, and boasts slightly longer battery life, which along with its lighter weight, makes it more convenient for on-the-go use.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.2/10
7.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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 A16 and the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 compare to other laptops
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
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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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