ASUS TUF GAMING A16 GAMING LAPTOP 16″ | RYZEN 7 260 | 16GB DDR5 | RTX 5050 | 512GB SSD | WINDOWS 11 HOME | FA608UHI-716512G0W

RTX 5050 graphics with 8GB GDDR7 | Ryzen 7 260 with 8 cores and 16 threads | 16-inch 2.5K display at 165 Hz | Wi-Fi 6E and HDMI 2.1 FRL connectivity

Quick Specs

• Dominate every match with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU and 8GB GDDR7 graphics memory.
• Experience fluid motion on a 16-inch 2560 x 1600 display with a 165 Hz refresh rate.
• Achieve smooth multitasking with an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor, 8 cores and 16 threads.
• Connect to your setup via HDMI 2.1 FRL, USB-C with DisplayPort, RJ45 LAN and Wi-Fi 6E.
• Play and work for longer sessions with a 70 Wh battery and a backlit keyboard.

Step into the arena with the ASUS TUF Gaming A16

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is a 16-inch gaming laptop built for the discerning South African gamer who wants serious performance without being tied to a desktop. It pairs an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU, 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage, so your favourite titles, launchers and everyday apps are ready to go. Windows 11 Home comes as the operating system, making this gaming notebook a capable all-rounder for play, study and creative projects.

Graphics and processing power to dominate every session

Tired of stutter at the worst possible moment? The RTX 5050 Laptop GPU with 8GB of GDDR7 memory is there to keep your visuals flowing, while the Ryzen 7 260 brings 8 cores and 16 threads, a 3.8GHz base clock and boost speeds up to 5.1GHz, backed by 24MB of cache. That means you can game, stream and juggle background apps with confidence. A dedicated NPU rated at 16 TOPS also adds capacity for AI-assisted workloads.

A 2.5K display that keeps pace with the action

The 16-inch screen delivers a 2560 x 1600 WQXGA resolution in a 16:10 format, giving you extra vertical space for sharper detail in games and more room to work in documents and timelines. A 165 Hz panel refresh rate supports smoother motion when the action turns fast, helping you track targets and react quicker. Whether you are racing, shooting or editing, this gaming laptop puts the detail in front of you.

Connected and ready for your whole setup

Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) keeps you online for multiplayer, while the RJ45 LAN port lets you plug in for a wired connection. An HDMI 2.1 FRL port and a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort, power delivery and G-SYNC let you link external displays and accessories, alongside two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, a USB 2.0 Type-A port and a 3.5mm combo audio jack. A backlit keyboard keeps your controls visible in low light, and the 70Wh battery supports you away from the wall socket. At 2.20 kg in Jaeger Gray, it is made to move between desk, lounge and LAN.

Features

• AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor with 8 cores, 16 threads and speeds up to 5.1GHz for responsive gaming and multitasking.
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7 for high-performance gaming graphics.
• 16-inch 2560 x 1600 (2.5K WQXGA, 16:10) display for sharp detail and extra vertical space.
• 165 Hz panel refresh rate for smoother on-screen motion in fast-paced games.
• 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage for games, apps and files.
• Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) wireless connectivity for fast, stable online play.
• HDMI 2.1 FRL, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC) and RJ45 LAN ports for flexible setups.
• Backlit keyboard for comfortable control in dim environments.
• 70 Wh battery capacity and NPU rated at 16 TOPS for portable, AI-ready computing.
• Windows 11 Home pre-installed as the operating system.

Specifications

• Screen Size: 16″
• Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (2.5K WQXGA, 16:10)
• Panel Refresh Rate: 165 Hz
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 260 (3.8GHz, up to 5.1GHz, 8 cores, 16 threads, 24MB cache)
• Memory: 16 GB
• Storage: 512 GB
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU (8GB GDDR7)
• Operating System: Windows 11 Home
• Battery Capacity: 70Wh
• Backlit Keyboard: true
• Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
• NPU Performance: 16 TOPS
• Ports:
  • 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
  • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC)
  • 1x RJ45 LAN port
  • 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
  • 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack
• Colour: Jaeger Gray
• Product Dimensions: 35.4 x 26.9 x 1.7 cm
• Product Weight: 2200g

What’s in the Box

• 1 x Asus TUF Gaming A16 Gaming Laptop 16″ | Ryzen 7 260 | 16GB DDR5 | RTX 5050 | 512GB SSD | Windows 11 Home
• 1 x 200W AC Adapter

Why ASUS

ASUS is committed to delivering capable, dependable computing for people who demand more from their technology. The TUF Gaming A16 brings that commitment to the gaming notebook category, giving South African gamers a powerful, well-connected machine they can rely on for play, work and everything in between.

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