ASUS Introduces First TUF Gaming 18-inch Laptop

2025/01/08


TAIPEI, Taiwan, January 8, 2025—ASUS today announced the 2025 TUF Gaming laptop lineup, including the first 18-inch member of the family. Featuring the latest processors from AMD, Intel®, and NVIDIA®, the TUF Gaming A16, F16, and A18 aim to deliver incredible performance without breaking the bank.

The first TUF Gaming 18-inch laptop

The TUF Gaming Alliance is proud to introduce the A18, the first 18-inch laptop in the TUF Gaming lineup. Equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU, the TUF Gaming A18 can easily handle the latest games. Also featuring up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory and up to 2TB of PCIe® Gen 4 storage, gamers can easily game, stream, and store their entire library. The A18 also boasts a gorgeous 2.5K resolution 240Hz display, with an extra-tall 16:10 aspect ratio, 500 nits of peak brightness, and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space for incredibly immersive gameplay.

Next-gen upgrades

The entire 2025 TUF Gaming lineup features next-gen silicon, offering gamers incredible value and performance. The TUF Gaming A16 features up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor, while the F16 sports up to an Intel Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX. Both models are backed up by up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz RAM and up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage, giving gamers excellent multitasking capability and performance in the latest games. Both models also come equipped with a 2.5K resolution 165Hz display, a great mix of high resolution and high refresh rate for gamers of all stripes.

Incredible value

With sleek designs that look just as at home in a gaming tournament or a coffee shop, the 2025 TUF Gaming lineup comes packed with features that gamers, students, and everyone in between will enjoy. All models feature dual high-performance PCIe Gen 4 storage and DDR5 RAM slots, with easy access and upgradeability. Large 90Wh batteries keep users working and playing for longer when away from the wall, and versatile USB-C® ports also support up to 100W of power delivery. The machines also feature 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans™, with a design inspired by jet turbines that push more air more quietly than ever before. The 2025 TUF Gaming lineup is the perfect mix of performance and value.

SPECIFICATIONS

ASUS TUF Gaming A18 (FA808)

Operating System

Windows 11 Pro

Display

Up to 18" 2.5K (WQXGA, 2560x1600), 240Hz, IPS-level, anti-glare, 16:10, DCI-P3 100%, 500 nits, 3ms (overdrive support), 1000:1, Supports DDS & G-SYNC™

CPU

AMD® Ryzen™ 7 260 processor

GPU

Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU

Memory

Up to 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

Storage

Up to 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

I/O Ports

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (supports DisplayPort™ with G-Sync/ Power Delivery)
1 x USB4® (supports DisplayPort™ with G-SYNC®)
2 x 3.2 gen 2 Type-A
1x USB2.0 Type-A
1 x HDMI® 2.1
1 x RJ45 LAN
1 x Audio jack

Keyboard and Touchpad

1-zone RGB Mini LED backlight chiclet keyboard with full size arrow keys

Wireless

WiFi 6E
Bluetooth® v5.3

LAN

RJ45 LAN

Audio

Stereo speakers
Dolby Atmos®
Hi-Res Audio
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation

Battery

90Wh

AC Adapter

240W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter

Chassis

A side: Metal
B/C/D side: Plastic

Important Specs

New thermal technologies adopted: Full-width heatsink, larger exhaust vents and Arc Flow fans V2.0
MIL-STD 810H
180° hinge design
1080p IR Camera with Windows Hello

Dimension

3.99 x 2.83 x 1.89~2.67cm

Weight

2.6kg



2025 ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA608)

Operating System

Windows 11 Pro

Display

Up to 16" 2.5K (WQXGA, 2560x1600), 165Hz, IPS-level, anti-glare, 16:10, sRGB 100%, 400 nits, 3ms (overdrive support), 1000:1, Supports DDS & G-SYNC®

CPU

Up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor

GPU

Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU

Memory

Up to 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

Storage

Up to 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

I/O Ports

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (supports DisplayPort™ with G-SYNC®/ Power Delivery)
1 x USB4® (supports DisplayPort™ with G-SYNC®)
2 x 3.2 gen 2 Type-A
1x USB2.0 Type-A
1 x HDMI® 2.1
1 x RJ45 LAN
1 x Audio jack

Keyboard and Touchpad

1-zone RGB Mini LED backlight chiclet keyboard with full size arrow keys

Wireless

WiFi 6E
Bluetooth® v5.3

LAN

RJ45 LAN

Audio

Stereo speakers
Dolby Atmos®
Hi-Res Audio
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation

Battery

90Wh

AC Adapter

240W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter

Chassis

A side: Metal
B/C/D side: Plastic

Important Specs

New thermal technologies adopted: Full-width heatsink, Full-width vents and Arc Flow fans V2.0
MIL-STD 810H
180° hinge design
1080p IR Camera with Windows Hello

Dimension

35.4 x 26.99 x 1.79~2.58cm

Weight

2.2kg



2025 ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (FX608)

Operating System

Windows 11 Pro

Display

Up to 16" 2.5K (WQXGA, 2560x1600), 165Hz, IPS-level, anti-glare, 16:10, sRGB 100%, 400 nits, 3ms (overdrive support), 1000:1, Supports DDS & G-SYNC®

CPU

Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 275HX

GPU

Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU

Memory

Up to 32GB DDR5-5600MHz

Storage

Up to 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe® 4.0 SSD

I/O Ports

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (supports DisplayPort™ / Power Delivery)
1 x Thunderbolt 4® (supports DisplayPort™)
3 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen2
1 x HDMI® 2.1
1 x RJ45 LAN
1 x Audio jack

Keyboard and Touchpad

1-zone RGB Mini LED backlight chiclet keyboard with full size arrow keys

Wireless

WiFi 6E
Bluetooth® v5.3

LAN

RJ45 LAN

Audio

Stereo speakers
Dolby Atmos®
Hi-Res Audio
Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation

Battery

90Wh

AC Adapter

Up to 280W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter

Chassis

A side: Metal
B/C/D side: Plastic

Important Specs

New thermal technologies adopted: Full-width heatsink, Full-width vents and Arc Flow fans V2.0
MIL-STD 810H
180° hinge design
1080p IR Camera with Windows Hello

Dimension

35.4 x 26.99 x 1.79~2.73cm

Weight

2.2kg