Highlights
- Key Specs
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 250 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.3 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, Display connection via USB port (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: FA506NC-ES51
- Product Name: TUF Gaming A15 15.6" 144Hz FHD Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS with 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 - 512GB SSD
- Color: Graphite Black
- Year of Release: 2024
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 250 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Color Gamut (NTSC): 45 percent
- Processor
- Processor Brand: AMD
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 5 7000 Series (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 7535HS
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.3 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.55 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 6-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 12 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Neural Processing Unit (NPU): false (Whether the product comes with an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that performs computations for AI (artificial intelligence) functions to increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 5600 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 2
- Number of Memory Sticks Included: 1
- System Memory RAM Expandable To: 32 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: NVIDIA
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s): DLSS 2 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing (Imaging technology designed to improve graphics rendering.)
- GPU Video Memory (RAM): 4 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
- GPU Video Memory Type (RAM): GDDR6 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, Display connection via USB port (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- USB Ports: 1 x USB-C 3.2, 3 x USB-A 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 180 watts
- Battery Cells: 3-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium
- Expansion
- Number of M.2 Slots: 2 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 720p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Customizable Keyboard Lighting: RGB
- Audio Technology: AI noise-canceling technology
- Security Features: Cable lock slot
- Cable Lock Slot: Kensington Security Slot (K-Slot)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.9 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 14.13 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 10.08 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 5.07 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Included
- Included Software: DTS Software
- Numeric Keypad: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
- Other
- UPC: 197105378421
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is a powerful gaming laptop designed to deliver high performance and reliability. With a Windows 11 operating system, an AMD Ryzen 7000 Series CPU, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Laptop GPU, it is ready for anything. The DDR5-5600MHz memory and PCIe 4.0 storage make multitasking faster and loading times quicker. Its FHD 144Hz display with Adaptive Sync technology provides ultra-smooth and lifelike gameplay. The TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with a pair of 84-blade Arc Flow Fans to improve cooling performance without extra noise. The laptop has undergone rigorous MIL-STD-810H tests to ensure reliability, making it military-grade tough.
- Windows 11 Operating System: Game, create, and maximize your productivity—Windows 11 is the one place for it all. With a fresh new feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, Windows 11 has everything you need for whatever comes next.
- Immersive visuals with 15.6" FHD 144Hz Display: Keep up with the pros thanks to the FHD 144Hz display. With Adaptive-Sync technology, the display synchronizes with the GPU’s output to reduce lag, minimize stuttering, and eliminate visual tearing for ultra-smooth gameplay.
- Ready for anything with an AMD Ryzen 5 7545HS Processor: Jump straight into action with the AMD Ryzen 5 7545HS processor. With 19MB cache, up to 4.55GHz, and 6 cores, this laptop is ready to handle the latest and greatest games.
- Lifelike graphics with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU: Maximize gaming with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 laptop GPU, with a max TGP of 75W. Game-changing features like DLSS 3.5 and ray racing technology bring game graphics to life by simulating sunlight and creating a realistic environment for an immersive gaming experience.
- Seamless multitasking with 8GB of DDR5 RAM: Equipped with 8GB of DDR5 RAM, the TUF A15 effortlessly handles multitasking demands.
- Rapid loading times with 512GB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD: Save files rapidly and store more data and games. With massive storage, PCIe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
- Military Grade Toughness: In order to earn the TUF Gaming name, these laptops must successfully survive a rigorous battery of MIL-STD-810H* tests. Test devices are exposed to drops, vibration, humidity, and extreme temperatures to ensure reliability.
- 3 months of Xbox Game Pass included: Play Minecraft Legends and hundreds of other PC games with 3 months of Xbox Game Pass. *Terms apply.
- Efficient Cooling Solutions: The TUF A15 is equipped to handle its high-power CPU with a pair of 84-blade Arc Flow Fans that improves cooling performance without extra noise.
- Robust Connectivity: Stay connected with an 1x RJ45 LAN port, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort, 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack.
Whats Included
- ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop
- AC Adapter
- Warranty Card
- Manual
Q: Does this ASUS laptop have a backlit keyboard?
A: Yes, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a backlit keyboard.
Q: What kind of graphics card does this laptop have?
A: This laptop has the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card.
Q: How much RAM does this laptop have?
A: This laptop comes equipped with 8GB of DDR5 RAM.
Q: What is the screen size of this laptop?
A: The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a 15.6-inch screen.
Q: What operating system does this laptop come with?
A: This laptop comes with the Windows 11 operating system.
Q: How much storage space does this laptop have?
A: This laptop has a 512GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD.
A: The ASUS FA506NC is available as a brand-new product in the box.
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| There were no pros for this product— | Performance, Price, Battery Life, Graphics, Build Quality | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good gaming laptop for under 800
Bought on sale and finally can play up to date games on a laptop. I bought a 16gb ddr5 upgrade and another 512gb SSD internal drive because 8gb and 512gb that comes with laptop just not enough with todays software and games getting bigger and bigger
Posted by Jeff
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This is a good gaming laptop
The laptop cooling is very good it has 3 modes performance silent turbo for gaming its not to loud on the performance and turbo and the silent mode is very good it has good speakers camera and if fells nice to handle the keybord has rgb lighting and the computer graphics are good for gaming solid 8/10 you can add another 8 ram to run very good games overall very good for the price.
Posted by AnimeKing
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Price!
this is an excellent laptop especially for playing ultra games. my children love it! extraordinary and an excellent price. cant go wrong ! great purchase! thanks best buy.
Posted by RobertZ