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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 Zenbook S 14 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | TUF Gaming A16 | Zenbook S 14 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | ASUS |
| Product Family | TUF | Zenbook |
| Model | TUF Gaming A16 | Zenbook S 14 |
| Model Number | FA608UMI-TU198W | UX5406SA |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NR0KV1-M00P60 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2025 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Color | Jaeger Gray | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | — |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 7 | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| Processor Generation | Ryzen 200 Series | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 8 cores |
| Performance Cores | — | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 4 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 12 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 17 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | 37 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA | Intel AI Boost |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | 47 TOPS |
| Platform AI Performance | 38 TOPS | 115 TOPS |
| Copilot+ PC | — | Yes |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | Intel Arc 140V |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | Xe2 |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | 115 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1737 MHz | — |
| MUX Switch | Yes | — |
| Advanced Optimus | Yes | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 4 displays |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 8533 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | On-package |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 0 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB | 1024 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | — |
| Resolution Class | FHD+ | — |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | OLED |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | — |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| DCI-P3 Color Gamut | — | 100 % |
| Adobe RGB Color Gamut | 75.35 % | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Response Time | 3 ms | 0.2 ms |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | G-SYNC | — |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | — | 90 % |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| IR Camera | — | Yes |
| Windows Hello Face | — | Yes |
| Presence Detection | — | Yes |
| Camera Features | 1080p FHD camera | ASUS AI Camera; FHD IR with Windows Hello |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | 4 speakers |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos | Smart Amp |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 1-zone | — |
| Key Travel | — | 1.1 mm |
| Copilot Key | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Touchpad | Precision Touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11be |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | Tri-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbps) + 1x USB 2.0 Type-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort, Power Delivery and G-SYNC | Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort, Power Delivery |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 2 ports |
| USB4 Speed | — | 40 Gbps |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | — | 2 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 TMDS |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | Yes |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2x M.2 PCIe storage slots | 1 x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 72 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Battery Life | — | 27 hours |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | — | 60 % |
| Fast Charge Time | — | 49 min |
| Power Adapter | 200 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | Rectangle | USB-C |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 100 W | 65 W |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 354 mm | 310.3 mm |
| Depth | 269 mm | 214.7 mm |
| Thickness | 25.7 mm | 12.9 mm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 1.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum chassis | All-metal chassis with Ceraluminum cover |
| Lid Material | — | Ceraluminum |
| Base Material | — | Metal |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | Military-grade durability standard | MIL-STD-810H |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Firmware TPM |
| Microsoft Pluton | Yes | Yes |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR 8.0 |
| EPEAT | — | EPEAT Gold |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer warranty | — |
TUF Gaming A16 and Zenbook S 14 share specifications such as Storage Capacity (1024 GB), Brand (ASUS), Launch Year (2025 year), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (TUF Gaming A16: AMD Ryzen 7 260, Zenbook S 14: Intel Core Ultra 7 258V); GPU Model (TUF Gaming A16: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU, Zenbook S 14: Intel Arc 140V); Installed Memory (TUF Gaming A16: 16 GB, Zenbook S 14: 32 GB); Display Size (TUF Gaming A16: 16 inch, Zenbook S 14: 14 inch).
TUF Gaming A16 may suit users who need its differing values, while Zenbook S 14 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
