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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Product
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Good product for game lovers. I recommend that laptop.
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I love how simple the laptop is to maneuver. Great laptop for those just starting out playing PC games. It’s easy to set up & has amazing graphics. The price was so worth it. I highly recommended it!
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Very good laptop, you can dictate when the fan should be loud or not which is key in the college lecture. Too bad ill be cranking 90's on Fortblox if thats still a thing.
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This Asus TUF Gaming F16 laptop is a very high performance laptop. It packs very fast processor and good RAM storage. In the same time, for professional gamers, this ASUS F16 might fall more on the mid to high range of gaming laptops. The Intel 14th HX Processor and the RTX 5060 GPU are a powerful combination for 1080 gaming laptop. It is not the best on screen resolution but it does well on performance.
So, Gaming performance: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 is doing a great job working with the FHD+ display. Together with the Intel Core i7-14650HX and 32GB DDR5 RAM, this laptop is performing really well. It runs all programs and games in very short time.
Beside gaming, I am using it with designing software that requires resources.
This TUF is also equipped with 1TB SSD which is fast and spacious. Windows boots up in no time thanks to the higher data transfer speed.
Good for gaming, the TUF is very well build. Asus claims Military-grade toughness which is believable (Certified MIL-STD). It would withstand drops (mild) vibration, humidity and some outdoor temperatures. In general, Asus promises good durability.
Cooling system: This Asus TUF has a very effective cooling system. Obviously with the amount of copper used and the high flow fans. Adding to that the multiple exhaust vents.
Connectivity wise, the TUF includes WIFI 6 , Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1 and BlueTooth. All tested to be working effectively fine. While it can be charged through the USB-C, Asus also included a high power charger with dedicated charging port. It overpass the USB-C power limitation.
Keyboard and trackpad are great. The TUF has a desktop style keyboard. The RGB could be better. I am not big fan of gaming left keys having clear plastic. They are a bit bothering and distracting. On the other side, the travel of 1.7 mm is amazing and the response time is good enough for some fast reacting games.
What not so great about it:
Heavy! Still, it is expected for a gaming laptop to be heavy. This TUF is also heavy. Not very portable. With that, the battery is not expected to last very long. Keep it connected to charger while gaming.
Fan Noise: Also in gaming laptops category! This TUF can get noisy when pushed to the limits. The air flow from the back vents is also very strong.
The Screen resolution: Compared with some higher screens, this one can be a bit painful.
Webcam is ok. Still on the lower resolution side but good enough for video conferences and some streaming.
I would recommend buying this laptop if you are looking for high performance laptop that can be used to run demanding programs (design and simulations). It is not a good portable machine! But it does well for occasional portability.
It looks nice, stylish and durable.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
PRODUCT
ASUS - TUF GAMING F16 16" FHD+ 165HZ GAMING LAPTOP - INTEL CORE I7-14650HX - 32GB RAM - NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD - JAEGER GRAY
MODEL: FX608JMR-F16.I75060
Power Performance Affordability TUF Gaming Laptop
REVIEW
I really like the TUF family of ASUS gaming laptops. For my needs (gaming and graphics), they strike the perfect balance between power, performance and affordability. With 32GB of DDR5 RAM and 165hz full HD(+) screen this system really rocks. At first, I was worried about the performance of a 5060 graphics card (just buying into hype of more is better), but the performance is spot on for where it needs to be, especially with DLSS and Ray Tracing. (see pics for specs and benchmarks) Due to a faster CPU and the upgraded graphics, it blows the doors off my older but same tier TUF gaming laptop with a 3060 GPU. (CPU Benchmark > 35K)
For gaming, I like the RGB backlit keyboard, and the colored gaming keys. The keys are very responsive.
Overall, so far, all the titles I’ve thrown at it work perfectly.
What I like
- Tons of ports
- Ethernet (only 1Gbps)
- Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps)
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
- Additional (free) NVME Slot available for expansion
- Rock Solid build and feel. It really looks sharp
- Great screen especially for indoors.
- Good Amount of RAM right from the start and can be upgraded if needed
- Numeric Keypad (small but plenty usable)
The tiniest complaint I have is WiFi 6e instead of WiFi 7 but I can fix that with a very inexpensive upgrade if it becomes necessary. I do wish it had 2.5Gb or even 10Gb Ethernet for a little more future proofing, but again, this in minor and can be easily fixed with a USB dongle.
I wish the keys had a little texture to them. They perform great, but they are very glossy and easy to have your fingers slip off the keys when typing. I assume most gamers (like me) will use their own keyboard. The touchpad is extremely sensitive (good) but slippery.
The speed of the drive is VERY GOOD for a default laptop drive almost 7K Read and 6K write speeds. This thing “ROCKS” at this price point.
SETUP
The set up if straight forward. Once that is done, everything is ready to go. There is not any additional bloatware. Just attach your favorite accessories (gaming mouse, keyboard, etc) and you are good to go. I do suggest running windows update (several times) and then installing the latest graphics drivers before really kicking the tires. The Windows Setup may also install a critical BIOS update.
OVERALL EXPERIENCE
Really, I can’t find any faults (and usually I can find something to complain about). The laptop easily handled all games, graphics, and productivity software. This is probably the easiest and most straight forward laptop or PC build I’ve experienced in recent memory. (5-10 systems per year) The screens and graphics perform well and look great.
The laptop is not maxed on specs compared to an ultimate and vastly more expensive gaming laptop, but it really hits that sweet spot of performance and value.
The fans are powerful and do a great job of keeping everything cool The shape of the case keeps the laptop slightly elevated for cooling. Sitting on the lap for normal usage was not too bad. But I did not have all the setting maxed for high performance gaming either.
I did have to go into the Windows-Personal Appearance-Lighting to turn off windows control of the keyboard lights and return control to ASUS apps to get the lights working again on the keyboard (after one of the Windows updates took it away).
I like that there are dedicated volume and mic buttons not combined with other keys.
MISC Benchmarks
- Disk Write – 5665
- Disk Read – 6904
- Doom Eternal Ultra Nightmare Setting - 80-90 FPS (1920x1080)
- CyberPunk 2077 – Ray Tracing Low – 60-80 FPS (1920x1080)
RECOMMENDATION
For home, work, play or school, nobody is going to be disappointed with the performance and value of the ASUS - TUF GAMING F16. I definitely would have no problem to recommend it for 90% of the users I know.
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5 Stars for ASUS build and cooling improvements
ASUS - TUF Gaming F16 16" FHD+ 165Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7-14650HX - 32GB RAM - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD - Jaeger Gray
High quality i7 DDR5 gaming laptop
Upfront this unit has significant improvements over the last generation. Examples are; cooling, ease of hardware upgrades, keyboard layout and functionality, and improvements of MYASUS.
Someone at ASUS has been reading the reviews and taking action. Very nice!
1. Aluminum body with unknown material of the back housing cover. However, the room between the case and the internal parts is deeper than the last generation.
2. Worked on first boot
3. 12 months parts and labor warranty
4. Complete printed manual with extended warranty options online
5. Disk Test Suite Average Results for MTFDKBA1T0QGN-1BN1AABGA
Sequential Read 6,769 MBytes/Sec
Sequential Write 5,302 MBytes/Sec
Random Seek Read Write (IOPS 32KQD20) 3,171 MBytes/Sec
IOPS 4KQD1 86 MBytes/Sec
6. 32GB DDR5
7. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU
8. Very nice heat shield for the M.2 drive. If you swap out drives, be sure to use the old heat shield housing and parts on your new drive.
9. Internal drive is fine the way it is! No upgrade needed.
10. External monitors worked on USB-C and HDMI outputs.
11. Heavy unit and a perfect desktop replacement.
12. The keyboard is fully lighted and easy to use.
Setup:
The first boot takes a long time. Be advised you will not see any life for a few minutes. Unit must be plugged in on the first boot. Be very patient. Be sure to plug it in on reboot after a hardware change.
USB-C port next to the USB A port on the left side, where most of the inputs are located, supports charging the laptop.
Recommend the built in LAN port for quicker setup.
Updated and setup everything including an extra updates in Windows, Armory Crate, Intel suite, and MYASUS.
Installed XBOX Ultimate and played several games (Fight Simulator 2024, Minecraft Bedrock, Warcraft 3, etc. Fans were on the highest speed in auto mode for the high-end games. Cooling has dramatically improved in this newly designed fan system.
When completely finished setting the unit up, I updated the BIOS FW in MYASUS. Critical update for this unit.
Windows update should catch all the rest.
I installed two WD850X 2TB drives (boot drive and data drive). Cloning was done internally with WD ACRONIS.
The Phillips head screws for back access panel were easy to find. If you are not an experienced hardware technician, you may want to skip this step.
Fans came on at the right temperatures. Also, the keyboard FN keys allow you to manually adjust the speed as well as many other functions.
WD cloning software did fine but would not recognize the drive in the USB-C External docking unit. Crucial Acronis may have worked but I did not know it was a Micron product internally!
The extra M.2 slots vertical height is limited for heat sinks but more than the last version of this case. I used a heat sink transfer pad as I was worried about the height of my heat sink. If you have a very thin flat heat sink it will work. TBD
Memory is fully upgradable.
XBOX-X controller is the best bet for games. The i7 CPU showed its strength in gaming mode as I was surprised how quick it was. The mouse and keyboard were not optimal for gaming but worked fine with the lighted WASD keys.
For additional cooling, I bought an elevated laptop stand and placed a fan under it for extremely intense games (decided it was easier to place 4 furniture pads under the raised feet of the laptop). Not needed for 95% of the games.
Read the manual on how to use the FN keys. The manual is your friend. Also, the keys are clearly tagged as to functions.
The sound worked perfectly on startup with no adjustments needed.
The screen will not open past about 110ish degrees. Be very careful!
I have included pictures up to my limit but may add some in comments at a later date if possible.
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• Windows 11 Home Operating System
Game, create, and maximize your productivity—Windows 11 Home 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 16" FHD+ 165Hz (16:10) Display
Keep up with the pros thanks to its FHD+ 165Hz display. With Adaptive-Sync, 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 a Intel Core i7-14650HX processor
Jump straight into action with an Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU. With 30M cache, 5.2GHz, and 16 cores, this laptop is ready to handle the latest and greatest games.
• Lifelike graphics with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU
Maximize gaming with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, with a max TGP of 115W. Game-changing features like DLSS 4 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 32GB of DDR5 RAM
Equipped with 32GB of DDR5 RAM, the TUF Gaming F16 effortlessly handles multitasking demands.
• Rapid loading times with 1TB of PCIe 4.0 M.2 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.
• Efficient Cooling Solutions
Equipped with 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans™ inspired by aircraft engines to a full-width heatsink and integrated dust filters, the F16 will optimize cooling performance without extra noise.
• MUX Switch with Advanced Optimus
A MUX Switch increases laptop gaming performance by 5-10% by routing frames directly from the dGPU to the display bypassing the iGPU. With Advanced Optimus the switch between iGPU and dGPU becomes automatic based on the task, optimizing battery life.
• Robust Connectivity
Keep your setup versatile with an RJ45 LAN port for stable networking, a Thunderbolt™ 4 port with DisplayPort support, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort and G-SYNC support, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports for your peripherals, and an HDMI 2.1 FRL port for high-resolution external displays.
• 3 months of Xbox Game Pass
Play Minecraft Legends and hundreds of other PC games with 3 free months of Xbox Game Pass. *Terms apply.
What's Included
FX608JMR-F16.I75060
Specifications
• Key Specs
Screen Type
IPS
Screen Size
16 inches
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1200 (Full HD+)
Touch Screen
No
Refresh Rate
165Hz
Brightness
300 nits
Processor Model
Intel Core i7 14th Generation
CPU Base Clock Frequency
2.2 gigahertz
Storage Type
SSD
Total Storage Capacity
1000 gigabytes
System Memory (RAM)
32 gigabytes
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
Display Connector(s)
1 x HDMI 2.1
Battery Life (up to)
10 hours
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-ion
2-in-1 Design
No
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
• General
Brand
ASUS
Model Number
FX608JMR-F16.I75060
Product Name
TUF Gaming F16 16" FHD+ 165Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7-14650HX - 32GB RAM - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 - 1TB SSD
Color
Jaeger Gray
Year of Release
2025
• Display
Display Type
LCD
Screen Type
IPS
Screen Size
16 inches
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1200 (Full HD+)
Touch Screen
No
Refresh Rate
165Hz
Synchronization Technology
G-SYNC (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync)
Display Surface
Anti-glare
Brightness
300 nits
Color Gamut (Standard RGB)
100 percent
• Processor
Processor Brand
Intel
Processor Model
Intel Core i7 14th Generation
Processor Model Number
14650HX
CPU Base Clock Frequency
2.2 gigahertz
CPU Boost Clock Frequency
5.2 gigahertz
Number of CPU Cores
16-core
Number of CPU Threads
24
Neural Processing Unit (NPU)
No
• Storage
Storage Type
SSD
Total Storage Capacity
1000 gigabytes
Solid State Drive Capacity
1000 gigabytes
Solid State Drive Interface
PCIe 4.0
• Memory
System Memory (RAM)
32 gigabytes
Type of Memory (RAM)
DDR5
System Memory RAM Speed
5600 megahertz
Number Of Memory Slots
2
Number of Memory Sticks Included
2
System Memory RAM Expandable To
64 gigabytes
• Graphics
Graphics Type
Dedicated
GPU Brand
NVIDIA
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060
Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s)
DLSS 4 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing
GPU Video Memory (RAM)
8 gigabytes
GPU Video Memory Type (RAM)
GDDR7
• Compatibility
Operating System
Windows 11 Home
• Connectivity
Display Connector(s)
1 x HDMI 2.1
Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)
1
Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total)
1
USB Ports
2 x USB-C 3.2, 3 x USB-A 3.2
Number of USB Ports (Total)
5
Number of USB-C Charging Ports
2
Headphone Jack
Yes
Microphone Input
Yes
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Wireless Standard
AX
Wireless Networking Standard
Wi-Fi 6E
Number Of Ethernet Ports
1
• Cooling
CPU Cooling System
Air
GPU Cooling System
Air
• Power
Power Supply Maximum Wattage
280 watts
Battery Life (up to)
10 hours
Battery Cells
4-cell
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-ion
• Expansion
Number of M.2 Slots
2
• Camera
Front-Facing Camera
Yes
Front Facing Camera Video Resolution
1080p
Built-In Microphone
Yes
• Features
2-in-1 Design
No
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Customizable Keyboard Lighting
RGB
Foldable Screen
No
GPS Enabled
No
Customizable Case Lighting
No
Audio Technology
High Res audio and Dolby Atmos support
Security Features
Facial recognition
• Dimensions
Product Height
0.7 inches
Product Width
13.94 inches
Product Depth
10.59 inches
Product Weight
5 pounds
• Certifications Listings & Approvals
ENERGY STAR Certified
No
EPEAT Qualified
No
• Included
Included Software
ROG Armoury Crate
Numeric Keypad
No
• Warranty
Warranty - Parts
1 Year
Warranty - Labor
1 Year
• Other
UPC
197105958647
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm super impressed with the ASUS TUF Gaming F16 - especially its construction and pure performance.
I’ve thrown some of the heftiest games in my collection at it, and it’s held its own remarkably well. Whether it’s online shooters where performance is critical, or visually heavy single-player titles that often feel limited on a laptop, the F16 consistently delivered a smooth and immersive experience. It genuinely feels like I'm not sacrificing performance just to have a mobile setup, which has been a welcome change.
Beyond gaming, I've found the battery life to be quite good, particularly when I'm using it for less demanding tasks like streaming. It offers solid endurance that complements its portability. The inclusion of Thunderbolt ports supporting 4K external outputs is a real bonus, making it easy to connect to a high-resolution display.
The laptop's construction and style make a strong statement. It feels tough and rugged without being overly cumbersome. I appreciate the thoughtful design where a portion extends past the screen; it cleverly accommodates the necessary fans and heatsinks without making the laptop look or feel bulky. I don't intend to test ASUS's military-grade strength claims, I feel confident having it in my backpack. The keyboard itself offers a pleasing tactile experience, and I was especially happy to see a full, dedicated number pad. It did take a little getting used to, as it shifts your finger orientation slightly, but the added flexibility for inputs is something I've come to really appreciate.
ASUS also built in some smart hotkey functions that I actually use. Quick-switching the keyboard lighting is a neat touch, and the dedicated screen capture and recording options are incredibly convenient. There are also performance selections that let you quickly adjust fan speed and power modes.
It's not without its minor points to consider. When the laptop is pushed into its performance mode the fan does get quite loud. This is to be expected with high-powered gaming hardware, but it’s something to be aware of. Additionally, there’s a dedicated key on the keyboard for the ASUS Armory Crate configuration software. While some users might find this useful, I personally don't see the need for a dedicated hardware button for what is essentially a settings menu. Pretty minor quibbles for what is otherwise a really great machine.
Great TUF Gaming Performance at a Reasonable Price
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I am a long-time ASUS fan. Over the years, I have enjoyed owning and using ASUS' cutting-edge motherboards, incredible high-end displays, high-performance WIFI routers, and their innovative, well-designed and well-built laptops. My new ASUS TUF laptop addition, with its finely engineered balance between exceptional component performance specifications and relative affordability does not disappoint.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F16 16" Gaming Laptop, Model # FX608JMR-F16.I75060, boasts the latest 14th Generation 16 Core, 24 Threads @ 2.2GHz to 5.2GHz (Boost) Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU, 32GB of 5600MHz DDR5 RAM (expandable to 64GB), an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU with 8GB of GDDR7 SDRAM, and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD (with an open slot for an additional M.2 SSD).
This TUF laptop has a smooth, 165Hz refresh rate, a fast 3ms response rate, an IPS display at 1920 x 1200 Full HD+ with adequate 300 nits brightness and an excellent 100% Standard RGB Color Gamut.
It has a generous amount and array of ports including a 2.1 HDMI port, a 10Gbps 3.2 Type C/DisplayPort/Power Delivery Combo port, one Thunderbolt 4 port (type C), two 3.2 USB Type A ports, a LAN port, a DC-in Power Input port, and a headphone jack.
Put these features together with color backlit key lighting, an IR and a 1080p camera, a built-in mic, a numeric keypad, an excellent advanced cooling system, Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio, Bluetooth and WIFI 6e AX, 64-bit Win11 Home, and Copilot on Windows AI, packaged in a handsome and rugged Military Grade MIL-STD-810H housing and you have a fantastic, state-of-the-art gaming machine that plays fast and hard, but smoothly with some updates and some fine-tuning.
I find the ASUS - TUF Gaming F16 16" FHD+ 165Hz Gaming Laptop a bargain for the performance.