The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a larger screen size and higher refresh rate which is favorable for gaming and general multimedia enjoyment; it also tends to be more affordable. If budget is a concern and gaming is a priority, the A16 may suit you, whereas the ZenBook Pro 14 Duo could be more suitable for creative work and users who prioritize portability and display quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
357.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 boasts substantial battery life and a higher-refresh IPS screen for smooth visuals, making it a solid option for general use, but it's heavier and less compact than the ZenBook. On the other hand, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo shines with its superior OLED touchscreen, more RAM and storage for multitasking, and a very lightweight design for easy portability, although it has a shorter battery life compared to the A16.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is only fair.
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
8.5/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo outperforms the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 in CPU and RAM, which translates to better speed and multitasking capabilities, and its OLED screen with higher resolution and color coverage offers superior visual clarity for design tasks. However, the TUF Gaming A16 has a better GPU and screen refresh rate suitable for certain engineering applications, and it offers more extended battery life, making it competitive despite being less portable and having a lower speaker quality than the ZenBook Pro 14 Duo.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo 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.
Software Development
7.3/10
8.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
8.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
357.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo offer good to very good visual experiences due to their high resolution and bright displays which provide sharp and clear images. When it comes to engineering and design, the ZenBook Pro 14 Duo stands out with its wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation which professionals require for precise work. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications, as their screens have lower refresh rates that can't deliver the rapid, smooth visuals expected in fast-paced games and high-end 3D rendering.
Battery
12.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has 6 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
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$1,299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo costs $1,299.
"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."
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever 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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