Comparison summary

  • Nitro V offers better bang for your buck.
  • ASUS TUF F16 AI has Windows 11 Pro, which is better and safer than Windows 11 that is in Nitro V.
  • For displaying graphics Nitro V has a better graphics card.
  • TUF F16 AI offers more memory.
  • Nitro V is slimmer and smaller in size.
  • Nitro V has a larger SSD for storage.
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ASUS TUF F16 AI

Acer Nitro V 16″

2026 modelIPS screen
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ASUS TUF F16 AIAcer Nitro V 16″
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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Intel Core 5 210H-
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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64gb16gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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GeForce RTX 4050GeForce RTX 5060
Screen size
16″16″
Screen resolution
WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)
Weight
4.85 lbs (2.2 kg)4.63 lbs (2.1 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
13.94 x 9.88 x 0.87 inches14.04 x 10.24 x 0.78 inches
(35.41 x 25.1 x 2.21 cm)(35.66 x 26.01 x 1.98 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11
Hard drives
1000gb SSD2000gb SSD
Release date
September 15, 2026September 16, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$1,939.00$1,829.95
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$1,939.00$1,829.95
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Laptop Dimensions

ASUS TUF F16 AI

13.94 in
35.41 cm
9.88 in
25.1 cm
Thickness: 0.87 in (2.21 cm)

Acer Nitro V 16″

14.04 in
35.66 cm
10.24 in
26.01 cm
Thickness: 0.78 in (1.98 cm)

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16″
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Acer Nitro V 16″
Runs 50% of new games on recommended RTX 5050 GPU2026 model32 GB RAMIPS screen
$1,789.99
16″
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Acer Nitro V 16″
Runs 70% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model32 GB RAMIPS screen
$1,919.95
17″
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MSI Cyborg 17
B2074
Runs 70% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2025 model16 GB RAM
$1,556.00
16″
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
Runs 70% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model16 GB RAMi7 CPU
$1,729.62
16″
Compare ASUS TUF F16 AI vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615JMR-AS74)
ASUS ROG Strix G16
G615JMR-AS74
Runs 70% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2025 model16 GB RAMi7 CPU
$1,629.63
16″
Compare ASUS TUF F16 AI vs ASUS TUF F16 (F16Fi7)
ASUS TUF F16
F16Fi7
Runs 70% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model16 GB RAMi7 CPUIPS screen
$1,599.99
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ASUS TUF F16 AI summary

ASUS TUF F16 AI is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU, though a decent amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card which is weak well-suited 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. WUXGA resolution is passable for the 16-inch 144 Hz IPS monitor. Your 1000gb SSD storage is passable. It is quite bulky at 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg).

ASUS TUF F16 AI Gaming Laptop | 16" WUXGA IPS 144Hz 100% sRGB | Intel 8-core Core 5 210H | 64GB DDR5 1TB SSD | GeForce RTX 4050 6GB (194 AI Tops) | RGB Backlit HD Camera Win 11Pro w/DLCA Accessory

Ample Storage: 64GB DDR5 SDRAM Memory, 1TB Solid State Drive

Powerful Performance with Intel Core 5 210H: Intel 8-core Core5 210H (Base Frequency 2.2GHz, Max Turbo Frequency Up to 4.8GHz, 12MB Smart Cache, 12 Threads)

Enhanced Graphics and Visual Experience: 16" WUXGA(1920 x 1200) IPS 144Hz 100% sRGB Display, Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6, Integrated Intel Graphics

Versatile Connectivity: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x Thunderbolt 4 with support for DisplayPort,1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45, 1x3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, 1x DC IN

Essential Features: Windows 11 Pro, Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.3, RGB Backlit Keyboard, 720P HD Camera, Dolby Atmos, Authorized DLCA Accessory

ASIN: B0HJWH72XS

Acer Nitro V 16″ summary

Acer Nitro V is an adequate value Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 GPU that is acceptable well-suited for gaming. You can run 70% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The 2000gb SSD storage is a fantastic amount. WUXGA resolution is good for the 16″ 165 Hz IPS screen. Acer Nitro V is quite heavy at 4.63 lbs (2.1 kg).

Acer Nitro V 16" WUXGA IPS 165Hz Gaming Laptop, Intel Core 7 240H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7, Backlit KB, Wi-Fi6E, Bluetooth, Win11, Obsidian Black, (16GB RAM 2TB SSD), w/USB Hub, W/GaLiMu

✔【Screen】 16-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS anti-glare display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 165Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, and 400 nits brightness;

✔【Memory & Storage】 16GB DDR5 megahertz and 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD;

✔【Processor】 Intel Core 7 Series 2 240H (Deca-core / 10 Cores, 2.50 GHz base up to 5.20 GHz boost clock);

✔【Graphics】 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GDDR7 8 gigabytes Laptop GPU powered by the Blackwell architecture, featuring DLSS 4 support;

✔【Connectivity】 1 x USB-C 3.2, 3 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, Display connection via USB port, Built-In Microphone, Headphone Jack, Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) and Bluetooth;

✔【Operating System】 Windows 11;

ASIN: B0HJYXPPVC

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