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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models TUF Gaming A16 and Aspire 3 A315-51 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | TUF Gaming A16 | Aspire 3 A315-51 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | Acer |
| Product Family | TUF | Aspire |
| Model | TUF Gaming A16 | Aspire 3 A315-51 |
| Model Number | FA608UMI-TU198W | A315-51 |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NR0KV1-M00P60 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Mainstream |
| Color | Jaeger Gray | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Linux |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 7 | Intel Core i3 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | Ryzen 200 Series | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | — |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA | — |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | — |
| Platform AI Performance | 38 TOPS | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | — |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | 115 W | 0 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1737 MHz | — |
| MUX Switch | Yes | — |
| Advanced Optimus | Yes | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | Onboard + SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Single-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB | 1000 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD+ | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | — |
| Panel Type | IPS | — |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Adobe RGB Color Gamut | 75.35 % | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Response Time | 3 ms | — |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | G-SYNC | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 480p |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | 1080p FHD camera | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos | Acer TrueHarmony |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Full-size keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 1-zone | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbps) + 1x USB 2.0 Type-A | 1x USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort, Power Delivery and G-SYNC | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | — | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | — |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2x M.2 PCIe storage slots | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 36.7 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 2 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | 200 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | Rectangle | Barrel connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 100 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 354 mm | 381.6 mm |
| Depth | 269 mm | 259 mm |
| Thickness | 25.7 mm | 21.6 mm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum chassis | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | 180 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | Military-grade durability standard | — |
| IP Rating | — | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Firmware TPM |
| Microsoft Pluton | Yes | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer warranty | Limited warranty |
TUF Gaming A16 and Aspire 3 A315-51 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), CPU Architecture (x86-64), Memory Slots Used (1 slots).
The main differences: Processor Model (TUF Gaming A16: AMD Ryzen 7 260, Aspire 3 A315-51: Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz); GPU Model (TUF Gaming A16: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU, Aspire 3 A315-51: Intel HD Graphics 620); Installed Memory (TUF Gaming A16: 16 GB, Aspire 3 A315-51: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (TUF Gaming A16: 1024 GB, Aspire 3 A315-51: 1000 GB).
TUF Gaming A16 may suit users who need its differing values, while Aspire 3 A315-51 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
