ASUS TUF Dash 15 (FX517ZM-AS73) vs ASUS TUF 16″ (Gaming A16)
Comparison summary
- ASUS TUF 16″ is quite a winner for gaming and a better deal.
- For performance ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better processor.
- Dash 15 features a higher resolution screen (Full HD).
- When it comes to graphics 16″ has a better graphics card.
- For portability Dash 15 is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
ASUS TUF Dash 15 (FX517ZM-AS73)
ASUS TUF 16″ (Gaming A16)
Compare specifications
| ASUS TUF Dash 15 (FX517ZM-AS73) | ASUS TUF 16″ (Gaming A16) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-12650H | AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS |
| 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 3060 | GeForce RTX 4050 |
| Screen size | |
| 15.6″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | HD Plus (1600 x 900 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.41 lbs (2 kg) | 7 lbs (3.18 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 9.88 x 0.81 inches | 14 x 10 x 1 inches |
| (35.41 x 25.1 x 2.06 cm) | (35.56 x 25.4 x 2.54 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| March 30, 2022 | October 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,199.99 | $1,146.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,199.99 | $1,146.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 10 h agoOnly 1 new offer left | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 11 h agoOnly 1 new offer left |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS TUF Dash 15 (FX517ZM-AS73)
ASUS TUF 16″ (Gaming A16)
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ASUS TUF Dash 15 (FX517ZM-AS73) summary
ASUS TUF Dash 15 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2022. It has an impressive Intel CPU plus a decent amount of memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 3060 video card which is weak well-suited for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 40% of the games published this year. Full HD resolution is adequate for the 15-inch 144 Hz IPS monitor. Your 500gb SSD storage is typical. It is quite bulky at 4.41 lbs (2 kg).
ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) Gaming Laptop, 15.6" 144Hz FHD Display, Intel Core i7-12650H, GeForce RTX 3060, 16GB DDR5, 512GB SSD, Thunderbolt 4, Windows 11 Home, Off Black, FX517ZM-AS73
SUPERCHARGED RTX GRAPHICS - Gameplay graphics are silky smooth with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 at 1050W with Dynamic Boost, with cutting-edge AI features like NVIDIA DLSS and Ray-Tracing.Voltage:20.0 volts.Connectivity Technology : Bluetooth 5.2
MUX SWITCH BOOST - A MUX Switch lets the GPU communicate directly with the display, increasing performance and decreasing latency
READY FOR ANYTHING - Use your gaming laptop to stream and multi-task with ease thanks to an Intel Core i7-12650H Processor with 24MB Cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 10 cores (6 P-cores and 4 E-cores) and 16GB of blisteringly fast 4800MHz DDR5 RAM on Windows 11
SWIFT VISUALS – Stay one step ahead of the competition thanks to its 144Hz 15.6” Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS Type Display
AMPLE STORAGE FOR ALL YOUR GAMES - Store all your game library, and load them fast on your 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD to take advantage of the full RTX gaming experience
STAY COOL - Dual Self cleaning Arc Flow fans with anti-dust technology extend system longevity
MILITARY GRADE TOUGHNESS - Durable MIL-STD-810H military standard lives in the TUF line as the devices are tested against drops, vibration, humidity and extreme temperatures to ensure reliability
FULL CONNECTIVITY - Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Type-C (Gen2), 2x USB 3.2 Type-A (Gen1), 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x 3.5mm Audio Jack, 1x LAN
FUTUREPROOF - Easily add or replace memory and storage with its pop-open screw.
Bundle: Get 30 days of Xbox Game Pass for PC with purchase (Active subscription required; continues until canceled; game catalog varies over time. Requires Windows 10/11)
ASIN: B09RMH9B6F
ASUS TUF 16″ (Gaming A16) summary
ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card which is good great for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. The laptop doesn't have the best AMD CPU, though enough memory for its price. Only HD Plus resolution is lackluster for the 16″ 144 Hz display. The 500gb SSD storage is common. It is quite hefty at 7 lbs (3.18 kg).
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 Laptop: AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS, 16" Full HD+ 145Hz Display, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 16GB DDR5 RAM, 512GB SSD, Backlit Keyboard, Windows 11
AMD Ryzen 7 7445HS Processor (3.2GHz)
16" Full HD+ 144Hz Display
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Graphics
ASIN: B0FV4B883Y