The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a larger screen with a different aspect ratio, which may be beneficial for multitasking and enjoying a wider view, but the F15 offers a higher storage capacity. Both have similar weights and battery life for typical usage, although the A16 is typically less expensive. The F15 has an advanced Nvidia RTX GPU, which makes it more suitable for gaming or 3D tasks. If color accuracy is important, the A16 has slightly better coverage of various color spaces. Ultimately, the A16 is more cost-effective and offers larger screen real estate for work, while the F15 excels in graphical performance and storage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
8.0/10
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
6.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 stands out for gaming and 3D tasks due to its AMD GPU and a high screen refresh rate, which leads to smooth visuals and gameplay, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 leverages its Nvidia RTX GPU for superior graphical performance, which is critical for gaming and 3D applications, though it has a slightly lower screen refresh rate. The A16's higher refresh rate and screen quality may appeal to those sensitive to display fluidity and sharpness, whereas the F15's powerful CPU and GPU combo might be more attractive to users looking for top-notch gaming and 3D rendering performance.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
6.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
257.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16's combination of resolution, type of display panel, and brightness offers a comfortable viewing experience, while the F15 presents slightly lesser brightness and resolution leading to less vividness and clarity. When it comes to engineering and design, the A16's stronger color gamut coverage results in more accurate color representation essential for this kind of work, while the F15's fair coverage may not be as precise for professional design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the A16 falls short with a less favorable refresh rate, impacting the smoothness of fast-paced visuals, where both A16 and F15 may not provide the optimal experience due to lower refresh rates and only moderate resolution and panel type.
Battery
12.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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.
Cost
$838
$1,399
$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 F15 costs $1,399.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both offer great CPU and RAM for general use, with efficient multi-tasking and fast application performance; however, the A16 has a higher screen resolution and aspect ratio, which can provide better viewing and productivity experiences. While both are portable with manageable weights, the A16 offers a longer battery life, making it more suitable for extended use without power, whereas the F15, despite its shorter battery life, includes a more powerful GPU suited for heavier graphic tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming F15 to be very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with an AMD processor and graphics, providing good performance for engineering and design, with a higher resolution and aspect ratio screen that benefits design work. In contrast, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 features a more robust Intel CPU and a superior Nvidia GPU, which translates to very good performance for demanding engineering software but with a standard resolution and aspect ratio screen that may not provide the same level of detail for design tasks.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for content creation.
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
7.3/10
7.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
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 A16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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 F15 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."
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
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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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