ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608UMI-NB73) vs Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041)
Comparison summary
- For performance ASUS TUF 16″ has a lot better performing processor.
- TUF features a bigger display. For carrying Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ is lighter.
ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608UMI-NB73)
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041)
Compare specifications
| ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608UMI-NB73) | Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Snapdragon X Plus - X1P42100 - Qualcomm Oryon |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5060 | - |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 13″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | - |
| Weight | |
| 8.5 lbs (3.86 kg) | 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 10.59 x 1.01 inches | |
| (35.41 x 26.9 x 2.57 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 1, 2026 | July 6, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,619.99 | $1,799.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,619.99 | $1,490.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Compare ASUS TUF 16″ / Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ vs other touchscreen laptops:
ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608UMI-NB73) summary
ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card that is decent for gaming. You can run 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a remarkable AMD processor, but not as much memory for its price. WUXGA resolution is decent for the 16″ 144 Hz screen. The 500gb SSD storage is not as much as competitors. It is quite hefty at 8.5 lbs (3.86 kg).
ASUS TUF Gaming - 16.0" WUXGA 144 Hz - AMD Ryzen 7 260 - GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU - 16GB Memory DDR5 5600-512GB PCIe SSD - Windows 11 Home (FA608UMI-NB73)
GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
16GB Memory / 512GB PCIe SSD
16.0" 1920 x 1200 Non-Touch Screen
13.94" x 10.59" x 0.70"-1.01"
ASIN: B0HLN3SJP4
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet 13″ (ZIA-00041) summary
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 /Tablet is a fairly priced compact Windows 2-in-1 laptop released in 2025. It is very portable at only 1.97 lbs (0.89 kg) for a 13″ laptop. The laptop doesn't have the best Snapdragon processor and also less RAM than competitors for its price. The 500gb SSD storage is below average.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 Laptop/Tablet (2024), 13" OLED Touchscreen Display, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage | Windows 11 Copilot+ PC, Snapdragon X Elite (12 Core), Dune
[This is a Copilot+ PC] — A new AI era begins. Experience enhanced performance and AI capabilities with Copilot+ PC, boosting productivity with security and privacy in mind.
[Introducing Surface Pro 13” Touchscreen OLED Display] — The most flexible, powerful 2-in-1 laptop and tablet with AI-accelerated Copilot+ experiences. Surface Pro 11th Edition reimagines the laptop.
[Flexibility at Any Angle] — Use with the detachable Surface Pro Flex Keyboard (sold separately). Shift from tablet to laptop to sketchbook with its unique kickstand.
[Outstanding Performance] — Snapdragon X Elite (12 core) with powerful NPU, faster than MacBook Air M3[1].
[All day battery life] — 14 hours of battery life[5], fast charging with 65W PSU via Surface Connect or USB-C.
ASIN: B0CXL798FP