Shenzhen, China – September 13, 2024 – ASUS, a leading global technology company, has officially launched its 16-inch TUF Gaming laptop with Ryzen AI version, marking the latest addition to its esteemed TUF Gaming series. The new laptop, powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor and RTX graphics card, is priced starting at 9999 yuan.
ASUS has been known for its innovative and high-performance laptops, and the latest TUF Gaming laptop continues this tradition. It was previously showcased on July 22 during the company’s launch event, but it has only been available for pre-order until today. The laptop will be officially available for purchase on September 23.
Key Features and Specifications
The 16-inch TUF Gaming laptop features a new design that supports 180-degree opening, and comes with a new square-shaped power interface. It boasts an asymmetric slanted design with a through-style exhaust at the back, weighing approximately 2.2kg and measuring about 17.9mm in thickness.
In terms of performance, the Ryzen AI version is powered by a new 12-core Zen 5 architecture AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, with an integrated 16CU RDNA 3.5 architecture Radeon 890M GPU. The built-in NPU has a computing power of up to 50 TOPS.
The laptop is equipped with 32GB LPDDR5X-7500 memory and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, offering two M.2 2280 interfaces. However, it’s worth noting that due to the PCIe channel limitations of the Strix Point platform, the second M.2 interface operates at PCIe 4.0 x2 speed.
Cooling and Display
The TUF Gaming laptop features an internal blow technology 2.0, which supports keyboard air intake, with a total core power consumption of up to 160W. The display is a 16-inch panel with a 2.5K resolution and 165Hz refresh rate, covering 100% sRGB color gamut and boasting a brightness of 400 nits.
The laptop comes with a new keyboard, featuring full-size arrow keys and RGB backlit. It also includes a new glass material touchpad with a 240Hz touch sampling rate and an FHD IR camera. The laptop also offers full-featured USB4, HDMI 2.1, and RJ45 network port, along with a 90Wh battery that supports 100W PD charging.
Availability and Pricing
The 16-inch TUF Gaming laptop with Ryzen AI version is now available for pre-order on the ASUS website and will be officially launched on September 23. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 + RTX 4060 version is priced at 9999 yuan, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 + RTX 4070 version is priced at 11999 yuan.
Conclusion
The launch of the 16-inch TUF Gaming laptop with Ryzen AI version further strengthens ASUS’ position in the gaming laptop market. With its impressive specifications, innovative design, and competitive pricing, the laptop is expected to attract a wide range of customers looking for a high-performance gaming experience.
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