Choose the TUF Gaming F16 if…
- You carry it around every day.
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) vs ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2025)
The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter; otherwise the two are much alike.
The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter; otherwise the two are much alike.
The ROG Strix G16 is the stronger all-rounder: it is faster and better for games. The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter.
The ROG Strix G16 is the stronger all-rounder: it is faster and better for games, and has the nicer screen. The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter.
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This comparison starts with each model's base configuration. Pick the ones you're considering and the whole page compares exactly those.
| Spec | ROG Strix G16 | TUF Gaming F16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-13450HX | |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 | |
| Memory | 16 GB | |
| Storage | 512 GB | |
| Screen | 16" Full HD+ 165Hz |
Dashed options are sold in another configuration. Picking one switches the other specs to match.
Which one to choose
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both have the power for editing and other demanding work.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Graphics are a match, so games run much the same.
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Display
Evenly matched
The screens are much the same to look at.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Battery life is about level.
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Portability
TUF Gaming F16 wins
It is the lighter one to carry around.
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Performance
Evenly matched
Both have the power for editing and other demanding work.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Graphics are a match, so games run much the same.
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Display
Evenly matched
The screens are much the same to look at.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Battery life is about level.
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Portability
TUF Gaming F16 wins
It is the lighter one to carry around.
Choose the TUF Gaming F16 if…
- You carry it around every day.
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Performance
ROG Strix G16 wins
A higher-class chip and more processor cores: quicker with big projects and many apps open.
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Gaming
ROG Strix G16 wins
Its graphics run recent games at higher settings.
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Display
Evenly matched
The screens are much the same to look at.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Battery life is about level.
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Portability
TUF Gaming F16 wins
It is the lighter one to carry around.
Choose the ROG Strix G16 if…
- You edit photos or video, or run other heavy apps.
- You want to play recent games.
Choose the TUF Gaming F16 if…
- You carry it around every day.
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Performance
ROG Strix G16 wins
A higher-class chip and more processor cores: quicker with big projects and many apps open.
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Gaming
ROG Strix G16 wins
Its graphics run recent games at higher settings.
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Display
ROG Strix G16 wins
Its screen is sharper and smoother.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Battery life is about level.
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Portability
TUF Gaming F16 wins
It is the lighter one to carry around.
Choose the ROG Strix G16 if…
- You edit photos or video, or run other heavy apps.
- You want to play recent games.
- You spend long hours looking at the screen.
Choose the TUF Gaming F16 if…
- You carry it around every day.
Spec by spec
Change configurations| Specification | ROG Strix G16 | TUF Gaming F16 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| There is little between them for speed: both handle demanding work like photo and video editing. | ||
| Processor | Intel Core i5-14450HX | Intel Core i5-13450HX |
| CPU cores | 10 | 10 |
| Core types | 6 performance + 4 efficiency | 6 performance + 4 efficiency |
| Threads | 16 | 16 |
| Base clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| Max boost clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Cache | 20 MB | 20 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W | 55 W |
| Manufacturing process | Intel 7 | Intel 7 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Graphics architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Graphics cores | 2560 CUDA cores | 2560 CUDA cores |
| Graphics boost clock | 1500–2662 MHz | 1500–2662 MHz |
| Graphics power range | 35–100 W | 35–100 W |
| Graphics AI performance | 440 TOPS | 440 TOPS |
| Graphics memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | — |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe Gen 4 | PCIe Gen4 |
| Graphics power (TGP) | — | 115 W |
| Screen | ||
| The screens are closely matched for everyday viewing. | ||
| Screen size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | Yes |
| Color range | — | 100% sRGB |
| Battery and size | ||
| The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter to carry. | ||
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | — |
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Weight | 2.65 kg (5.8 lb) | 2.2 kg (4.9 lb) |
| Dimensions | 354 x 31 x 39 mm (13.94 x 1.22 x 1.54 in) | 354 x 269 x 17.8 mm (13.94 x 10.59 x 0.7 in) |
| Color | Eclipse Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Colors available | Eclipse Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Ports and wireless | ||
| Ports | 4x USB, 1x HDMI, 1x Ethernet (RJ-45) | — |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | — |
| Features | ||
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit, QWERTY gaming keyboard | — |
| Touchpad | Touch Pad | Touch Pad |
| Software and model | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Released | 2026 | 2025 |
| Specification | ROG Strix G16 | TUF Gaming F16 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| There is little between them for speed: both handle demanding work like photo and video editing. | ||
| Processor | Intel Core i5-14450HX | Intel Core i5-13450HX |
| CPU cores | 10 | 10 |
| Core types | 6 performance + 4 efficiency | 6 performance + 4 efficiency |
| Threads | 16 | 16 |
| Base clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| Max boost clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Cache | 20 MB | 20 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W | 55 W |
| Manufacturing process | Intel 7 | Intel 7 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Graphics architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Graphics cores | 2560 CUDA cores | 2560 CUDA cores |
| Graphics boost clock | 1500–2662 MHz | 1500–2662 MHz |
| Graphics power range | 35–100 W | 35–100 W |
| Graphics AI performance | 440 TOPS | 440 TOPS |
| Graphics memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | — |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe Gen 4 | PCIe Gen4 |
| Graphics power (TGP) | — | 115 W |
| Screen | ||
| The screens are closely matched for everyday viewing. | ||
| Screen size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | Yes |
| Color range | — | 100% sRGB |
| Battery and size | ||
| The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter to carry. | ||
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | — |
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Weight | 2.65 kg (5.8 lb) | 2.2 kg (4.9 lb) |
| Dimensions | 354 x 31 x 39 mm (13.94 x 1.22 x 1.54 in) | 354 x 269 x 17.8 mm (13.94 x 10.59 x 0.7 in) |
| Color | Eclipse Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Colors available | Eclipse Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Ports and wireless | ||
| Ports | 4x USB, 1x HDMI, 1x Ethernet (RJ-45) | — |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | — |
| Features | ||
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit, QWERTY gaming keyboard | — |
| Touchpad | Touch Pad | Touch Pad |
| Software and model | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Released | 2026 | 2025 |
| Specification | ROG Strix G16 | TUF Gaming F16 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| The ROG Strix G16 is the faster laptop, with a higher-class chip and more processor cores. The TUF Gaming F16 is not far behind, so either copes with heavy work. For gaming the ROG Strix G16 is clearly stronger. | ||
| Processor | Intel Core i7 14650HX | Intel Core i5-13450HX |
| CPU cores | 16 | 10 |
| Core types | 8 performance + 8 efficiency | 6 performance + 4 efficiency |
| Threads | 24 | 16 |
| Base clock | 2.2 GHz | — |
| Max boost clock | 5.2 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Cache | 30 MB | 20 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W | 55 W |
| Manufacturing process | Intel 7 | Intel 7 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Graphics architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Graphics cores | 3328 CUDA cores | 2560 CUDA cores |
| Graphics boost clock | 1455–2497 MHz | 1500–2662 MHz |
| Graphics power range | 45–100 W | 35–100 W |
| Graphics AI performance | 572 TOPS | 440 TOPS |
| Graphics memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | — |
| Storage | 1 TB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe Gen 4 | PCIe Gen4 |
| Graphics power (TGP) | — | 115 W |
| Screen | ||
| The screens are closely matched for everyday viewing. | ||
| Screen size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Brightness | — | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | Yes |
| Color range | — | 100% sRGB |
| Battery and size | ||
| The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter to carry. | ||
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 2 hours | — |
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Weight | 2.64 kg (5.8 lb) | 2.2 kg (4.9 lb) |
| Dimensions | 354 x 268 x 22.9 mm (13.94 x 10.55 x 0.9 in) | 354 x 269 x 17.8 mm (13.94 x 10.59 x 0.7 in) |
| Color | Eclipse Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Colors available | Eclipse Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Ports and wireless | ||
| Ports | 3x USB, 1x Thunderbolt, 1x HDMI | — |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | — |
| Features | ||
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | — |
| Touchpad | Touch Pad | Touch Pad |
| Software and model | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |
| Specification | ROG Strix G16 | TUF Gaming F16 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| The ROG Strix G16 is the faster laptop, with a higher-class chip and more processor cores. The TUF Gaming F16 is not far behind, so either copes with heavy work. For gaming the ROG Strix G16 is clearly stronger. | ||
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core i5-13450HX |
| CPU cores | 24 | 10 |
| Core types | 8 performance + 16 efficiency | 6 performance + 4 efficiency |
| Threads | 24 | 16 |
| Base clock | 2.7 GHz | — |
| Max boost clock | 5.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Cache | 36 MB | 20 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W | 55 W |
| Manufacturing process | TSMC N3B | Intel 7 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Graphics architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Graphics cores | 5888 CUDA cores | 2560 CUDA cores |
| Graphics boost clock | 1447–2220 MHz | 1500–2662 MHz |
| Graphics power range | 60–115 W | 35–100 W |
| Graphics AI performance | 992 TOPS | 440 TOPS |
| Graphics memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | — |
| Storage | 1 TB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe Gen 4 | PCIe Gen4 |
| Graphics power (TGP) | — | 115 W |
| Screen | ||
| The ROG Strix G16 has the nicer screen: it is sharper and smoother. | ||
| Screen size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 2.5K (2560 x 1600) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | LCD |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Brightness | 500 nits | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | Yes |
| Color range | — | 100% sRGB |
| Battery and size | ||
| The TUF Gaming F16 is lighter to carry. | ||
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | — |
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Weight | 2.65 kg (5.8 lb) | 2.2 kg (4.9 lb) |
| Dimensions | 354 x 268 x 22.9 mm (13.94 x 10.55 x 0.9 in) | 354 x 269 x 17.8 mm (13.94 x 10.59 x 0.7 in) |
| Color | Black | Jaeger Gray |
| Colors available | Black | Jaeger Gray |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Ports and wireless | ||
| Ports | 1x USB, 1x Thunderbolt | — |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | — |
| Features | ||
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit | — |
| Touchpad | Touch Pad | Touch Pad |
| Software and model | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |