HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) vs HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74)
Comparison summary
- HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ is a winner for gaming as well as a better price.
- For performance 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ has a lot better performing processor.
- For graphics performance 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ has a lot superior graphics card.
- HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ features a bigger display. For portability 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ is lighter and more compact in size.
- 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ has a bigger SSD.
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74)
Compare specifications
| HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) | HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX | AMD Ryzen 7 260 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) | Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg) | 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 10.59 x 1.01 inches | 15.71 x 11.14 x 1.05 inches |
| (35.41 x 26.9 x 2.57 cm) | (39.9 x 28.3 x 2.67 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 16000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 14, 2026 | January 6, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,679.00 | $7,849.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,679.00 | $7,849.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 5 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29)
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74)
Compare HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ / HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ vs other gaming laptops:
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best AMD CPU, but a good amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is not the best for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only Full HD Plus resolution is not the best for the 16-inch 165 Hz screen. The 8000gb SSD storage is passable. It is light at only 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg).
HIDevolution [2026] ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608PP 16" FHD+ 165Hz IPS-Level, 2.4 GHz Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5070, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 8 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16 Core - 32 Thread Processor, 2.4 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.2 GHz), 64 MB Smart Cache w/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 16" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) WUXGA 165Hz IPS-Level Display by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU and GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--8 TB (2 x 4 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 (2 x 64 GB) GBDDR5 5600MHz system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating system: Windows 11 Home. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0HHPBT5KD
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF 18″ (FA808UH-RS74) summary
HIDevolution 2025 ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best AMD processor, but decent memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5050 video card that is not the best great for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 50% of the games published this year. The 16000gb SSD storage is a remarkable amount. Just Full HD Plus resolution is poor for the 18″ 144 Hz display. It is very light at only 5.73 lbs (2.6 kg).
HIDevolution [2025] ASUS TUF Gaming A18 FA808UH 18" FHD+ 144Hz IPS-Level, 3.8 GHz Ryzen 7 260, RTX 5050, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 16 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
AMD Ryzen 7 260 8 Core - 16 Thread Processor, 3.8 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.1 GHz), 16 MB Smart Cache with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 18" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) WUXGA 144Hz IPS-Level Display Gaming Laptop by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU + GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--16 TB (2 x 8 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 GB (2 x 64 GB) of fast DDR5 5600MHz dual channel system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating system: Windows 11 Home. HIDevolution Promise: Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff. Contact us for more customization options.
ASIN: B0FPD9YSPB