Choose TUF Gaming A16 if you need:
- Processor Model at AMD Ryzen 7 260 (vs AMD Ryzen 5 240)
- GPU Model at NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU (vs RTX 5050)
- Storage Capacity at 1024 GB (vs 512 GB)
- Display Size at 16 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare TUF Gaming A16 vs Victus 15-fb3296AX
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models TUF Gaming A16 and Victus 15-fb3296AX within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | TUF Gaming A16 | Victus 15-fb3296AX |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | HP |
| Product Family | TUF | Victus |
| Model | TUF Gaming A16 | Victus 15 |
| Model Number | FA608UMI-TU198W | 15-fb3296AX |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NR0KV1-M00P60 | DA2F3PA |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2025 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Jaeger Gray | Mica silver with black chrome logo |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 7 | AMD Ryzen 5 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 7 260 | AMD Ryzen 5 240 |
| Processor Generation | Ryzen 200 Series | AMD Ryzen 200 Series |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 6 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 12 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | 54 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | AMD XDNA | AMD Ryzen AI |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | 16 TOPS |
| Platform AI Performance | 38 TOPS | 31 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | RTX 5050 |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| GPU TGP | 115 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1737 MHz | — |
| MUX Switch | Yes | — |
| Advanced Optimus | Yes | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | — |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 5600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SODIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | — |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1024 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe Gen4 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | — |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD+ | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate | Yes | — |
| Display Brightness | — | 300 nits |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | 62.5 % |
| 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 | — |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 720p HD |
| Camera Features | 1080p FHD camera | HP Wide Vision; temporal noise reduction |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | Dual speakers |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Atmos | DTS:X Ultra; HP Audio Boost |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Integrated dual-array digital microphones |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 1-zone | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Touchpad | HP Imagepad precision touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ax |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 10/100/1000 GbE |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbps) + 1x USB 2.0 Type-A | 2x USB-A 5 Gbps; one supports HP Sleep and Charge |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort, Power Delivery and G-SYNC | 1x USB-C 5 Gbps with PD 3.1, DisplayPort 1.4a and HP Sleep and Charge |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | — | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort over USB-C | DisplayPort 1.4a 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 | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 2x M.2 PCIe storage slots | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 70 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Lithium-ion polymer |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | — | 50 % |
| Fast Charge Time | — | 30 min |
| Power Adapter | 200 W | 200 W |
| Power Connector | Rectangle | AC smart pin |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery Version | — | USB Power Delivery 3.1 |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 100 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 354 mm | 357.9 mm |
| Depth | 269 mm | 255 mm |
| Thickness | 25.7 mm | 23.5 mm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg | 2.29 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum chassis | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | Military-grade durability standard | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Firmware TPM |
| Microsoft Pluton | Yes | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| Recycled Materials | — | Ocean-bound plastic in speakers and bezel; post-consumer recycled plastic in keycaps and scissors |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer warranty | Limited parts-and-labour warranty; no on-site repair |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Victus 15-fb3296AX if you need:
- Processor Model at AMD Ryzen 5 240 (vs AMD Ryzen 7 260)
- GPU Model at RTX 5050 (vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 1024 GB)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 16 inch)
What is the difference between TUF Gaming A16 and Victus 15-fb3296AX?
TUF Gaming A16 and Victus 15-fb3296AX share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Launch Year (2025 year), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Gaming).
The main differences: Processor Model (TUF Gaming A16: AMD Ryzen 7 260, Victus 15-fb3296AX: AMD Ryzen 5 240); GPU Model (TUF Gaming A16: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU, Victus 15-fb3296AX: RTX 5050); Storage Capacity (TUF Gaming A16: 1024 GB, Victus 15-fb3296AX: 512 GB); Display Size (TUF Gaming A16: 16 inch, Victus 15-fb3296AX: 15.6 inch).
TUF Gaming A16 may suit users who need its differing values, while Victus 15-fb3296AX benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.