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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a large screen and gaming performance, the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is equipped with a more powerful graphics card suitable for modern games and intensive tasks. However, it is larger, heavier, and has shorter battery life, which impacts its portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a smaller, lighter design with longer battery life, making it more portable. It has a sharp OLED display with vibrant colors, which is great for general use and multimedia, but its less powerful graphics aren't ideal for heavy gaming or demanding 3D tasks. The Zenbook also has more RAM for better multitasking. Both are similarly priced, so your choice should hinge on whether gaming performance or portability and screen quality are more important to you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F17
- The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14X.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.9
7.7
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is equipped with a capable CPU and a powerful GPU geared towards gaming, which also makes it suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks that may require robust graphics processing; however, its larger screen and heavier build reduce its portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14X, while still offering a high-quality CPU and sufficient GPU for less intensive design work, excels with superior screen quality with higher resolution and color accuracy, and it is more portable due to its lighter weight and smaller form factor.
Software Development
6.7
7.4
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
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
6.9
8.3
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Asus TUF Gaming F17's screen is adequate for general tasks due to its respectable resolution and brightness, but it falls short in gaming and 3D applications where the refresh rate is crucial and it doesn't excel. On the other hand, the Asus Zenbook 14X offers a vibrant, high-resolution display which is great for both general use and professional work like engineering and design, thanks to its coverage of professional color gamuts, but like the TUF, it doesn't meet the high refresh rate demands of gamers and 3D artists. For users valuing screen quality in productivity and everyday tasks, the Zenbook 14X stands out, whereas if refresh rate for gaming is a priority, neither laptop hits the mark.
Battery
4.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 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
Fair
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$777
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has a price of $1,000 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X costs $777.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17's CPU and RAM are more suited to gaming than general use and its larger size and weight make it less portable despite fair battery life, whereas the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers superior CPU performance for varied tasks, double the RAM for multitasking, and an OLED screen with higher resolution for sharper image quality, all within a more compact and lighter frame with better battery life, making it a better fit for general-use demands. The TUF's gaming-oriented build may contribute to its lower general-use suitability, and the Zenbook's superior portability and screen quality enhance its general-use appeal.
Gaming and AI
6.6
6.5
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it a solid choice for gaming and 3D applications, but its larger size reduces portability. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a superior CPU and screen quality with its OLED display while being more portable, but its GPU and lower screen refresh rate are not as optimized for gaming and 3D tasks as the F17's.
Content Creation
7.1
7.6
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming F17 | ASUS Zenbook 14X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $777 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 10.6'' x 0.91'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.71" | 12.25" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.59" | 8.71" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-11400H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 63 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 264 nits | 339 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming F17
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"One of the Asus TUF Gaming F17’s highlights is without a doubt its excellent gaming performance. The fact that Asus configured the RTX 3060 GPU for its specified maximum of 140 W is became immediately noticeable in our benchmarks. For a 17-inch notebook the F17 also offers a very long battery life, which makes it somewhat portable. On the flip side is the display. It may be saved by its good overall contrast ratio, but its overall brightness is simply too low, and its response times are too slow for a gaming device. The F17’s successor needs to improve upon this."
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Sebastian Jentsch | April 2022
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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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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