ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient thermal management

competitive price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

solid gaming performance

durable build quality

good thermal management

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
71 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Off black Sandstorm
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio 3 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.75 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 16 MB
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 780M
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features AMD Smart Shift Technology AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Speakers, array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans
Model Number N3083W N4036W
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