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FA608UMI-716512G0W

Asus TUF Gaming A16 FA608UMI Gaming Notebook Ryzen 7 260 5.1GHz 16GB 512GB 16 2...

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Asus - Asus TUF Gaming A16 FA608UMI Series FA608UMI-716512G0W Grey Gaming Notebook, AMD Ryzen 7 260 Eight (8) Core Turbo Boost up to 5.1Ghz 24MB L3 Cache Processor, 16GB DDR5-5600 SO-Dimm Memory (1x16GB), Supports 64GB Max Mem, 2 Memory slots, 512GB SSD Solid State Hard Drive PCIe, M.2 2280 slot + M.2 2280 Slot, NO optical drive ( No CD), 16" 2.5K (2560 x 1600 resolution) Non Gloss Type IPS, 165Hz LED Backlit Display, nVidia Geforce RTX 5060 with 8GB dedicated graphics, AMD Ryzen AI 16 TOPS, 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6, 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN, Bluetooth, Webcam, 4 Cell Battery, Backlit Keyboard, Full Size Keyboard with Numpad, 1x Type-C USB 4 with support for DisplayPort (40Gbps), 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort / PD), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, HDMI output, 2.2 kg, Microsoft Windows 11 Home 64 bit, 1 Year Carry in warranty©2026
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FA608UMI-716512G0W Asus TUF Gaming A16 FA608UMI Gaming Notebook Ryzen 7 260 5.1GHz 16GB 512GB 16" 2.5K RTX 5060 8GB BT Win 11 Home is available from Laptop Direct and it is sold as new from our Asus notebooks range of products. Images and descriptions are for reference purposes only & may change without prior notice. For reference purposes, the price of R 33003 is valid today 2026-10-07 (and while stocks last, may be valid until ). The price displayed is a guide for reference purposes only, and may change without prior notice. Reference prices are an invitation for potential buyers to make an offer to purchase, which we may reject without reason. A quote with final pricing is sent before a purchase can be made. T&C's apply. E&OE. Laptop Direct. You are looking at laptops in the Asus notebooks category.

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Overview Summary:

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608UMI delivers powerful gaming and productivity performance with an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB graphics, 16GB DDR5 memory and a fast 512GB PCIe SSD. Its 16-inch 2.5K 165Hz IPS display provides smooth visuals for gaming, creative work and everyday use, while Windows 11, Wi-Fi 6E and a durable TUF chassis make it a reliable choice for work and play. Buy now and enjoy premium performance for gaming, streaming, studying and content creation.

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 series has received positive feedback from reviewers for its strong price-to-performance value, quality 2.5K display, effective cooling system and durable construction. It is popular with gamers, engineering and IT students, content creators and professionals looking for a powerful laptop that can handle demanding applications as well as modern games.

What tier does this fall into?

High-end gaming and creator laptop

What is this best for?

AAA gaming, esports gaming, content creation, video editing, graphic design, 3D rendering, programming, engineering software, multitasking, streaming, everyday productivity

Overview:

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608UMI Gaming Laptop - Ryzen 7, RTX 5060, 16 Inch 2.5K 165Hz Display
Built for gamers, creators, and power users, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608UMI delivers fast performance in a durable and portable design. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics, it is ready for modern AAA gaming, content creation, streaming, and demanding everyday workloads.

The 16-inch 2.5K IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate produces smooth visuals and sharp detail, while advanced cooling technology helps maintain high performance during extended gaming sessions. With upgradeable memory and storage, this laptop is also designed to grow with your future needs.

Description
Whether you are competing online, editing videos, or multitasking throughout the day, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers the speed and responsiveness needed for demanding applications. Military-grade durability, AI-enhanced performance, and a premium display make it an excellent choice for users who want a reliable gaming notebook that can also handle productivity and creative work.

Features:

Built for Gaming Performance
The combination of the AMD Ryzen 7 260 eight-core processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB graphics delivers outstanding gaming performance with realistic ray tracing, AI-powered graphics enhancements, and smooth gameplay in the latest titles. Windows 11 and AMD Ryzen AI further enhance productivity and everyday computing.

Sharp and Smooth Display
Enjoy immersive visuals on the 16-inch non-glare IPS display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution and a fast 165Hz refresh rate. NVIDIA G-SYNC support reduces screen tearing and stuttering, while the 16:10 aspect ratio provides extra screen space for gaming, content creation, and multitasking.

Advanced Cooling System
The TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with second-generation Arc Flow Fans, a full-width heatsink, multiple heat pipes, and intelligent cooling technology. Silent operation during light workloads and efficient airflow help maintain stable performance when gaming or working for long periods.

Designed for Everyday Use
The slim chassis combines portability with strength, making it suitable for use at home, work, or while travelling. The MIL-STD-810H tested design helps protect the laptop against everyday bumps, vibration, humidity, and temperature changes.

Easy to Upgrade
Dual memory slots and dual M.2 SSD slots allow future upgrades, making it easy to increase memory capacity or storage space as your software library and workload expand.

Comfortable Control
  • Full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
  • Large precision touchpad
  • 1080p webcam
  • Windows Hello support
  • Dedicated Copilot key
  • 1.7mm key travel for responsive typing and gaming
Reliable Connectivity
  • USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort support
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with Power Delivery
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports
  • USB 2.0 Type-A
  • HDMI output
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • Bluetooth
Immersive Audio
Dolby Atmos speakers deliver rich, detailed sound for games, movies, and music. Two-way AI Noise Cancellation helps reduce background noise during voice calls and online gaming.

Part Number
FA608UMI-716512G0W

Specifications:

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Specifications and features
Laptop Product Code FA608UMI-716512G0Wspacer
ModelFA608UMI / 90NR0KV1-M00JE0
Marketing NameASUS TUF Gaming A16
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Office1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers. Credit card required.
ColorJaeger Gray
Top case-materialAluminum
LCD cover-materialTexture plastic
Bottom case-materialTexture plastic
Dimension (W x D x H)35.4 x 26.9 x 1.79 ~ 2.57 cm (13.94" x 10.59" x 0.70" ~ 1.01")
Weight2.20 Kg (4.85 lbs)
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 7 260 Processor 3.8GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.1 GHz, 8 cores, 16 Threads) , AMD XDNA NPU up to 16TOPS
ChipsetN/A
Intergrated GPUAMD Radeon 780M Graphics
Discrete/OptimusMUX Switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
GraphicNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Graphic Wattage1737 MHz* at 55W (1687 MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC, up to 115W Dynamic Boost)
Graphic Memory8GB GDDR7
Neural ProcessorAMD XDNA NPU up to 16TOPS
Panel Size16-inch
Resolution2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) 16:10 aspect ratio
Refresh Rate165Hz
Response Time (G2G)3ms
Viewing Angle85/85/85/85
Panel TechIPS-level
Brightness400 nits
Contrast Ratio1000:1
NTSC %72 %
SRGB %100%
Adobe %75.35 %
Surface texture of displayAnti-glare(AG) display
Adaptive-Sync technologyG-Sync
PantoneN/A
Support Dolby Vision HDRN/A
On board memoryN/A
DIMM Memory16GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM
The memory speed of the systems vary by CPU SPEC
Total System MemoryDDR5 16GB
Memory Slot2x SO-DIMM slots
Memory Max.64GB
How to upgrade memoryUpgradable
Storage512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
M.2 slots support either SATA or NVMe2
M.2 SSD Support ListM.2 PCIe 512mb
M.2 PCIe 1TB
M.2 PCIe 2TB
Expansion Slot (includes used)2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots
2x M.2 PCIe
LAN10/100/1000 Mbps
WirelessWi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.4 Wireless Card (*Bluetooth version may change with OS version different.)
I/O Ports1x RJ45 LAN port
1x USB 2.0 Type-A (data speed up to 480Mbps)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort / power delivery / G-
SYNC (data speed up to 10Gbps)
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps)
Display output1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
Camera1080P FHD Camera
MicBuilt-in array microphone
Keyboard TypeBacklit Chiclet Keyboard 1-Zone RGB
With Copilot key
*Copilot in Windows (in preview) is rolling out gradually within the latest update to Windows 11 in select global markets. Timing of availability varies by device and market. : https://www.microsoft.com/en- us/windows/copilot-ai-features?r=1#faq
Aura SyncYes
TouchpadTouchpad
Speakers2-speaker system
Audio1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Built-in array microphone
Audio TechHi-Res certification (for headphone)
Dolby Atmos
Support Microsoft Cortana near field/far field (Microsoft service suspended in spring of 2023.)
AI noise-canceling technology
SecurityBIOS Administrator Password and User Password Protection
Pluton Security Processor
Secured-core PC (Level 3)
AntivirusMcAfee 30 days free trial
Battery70WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Fast chargingRecharge from 0-50% in 30 minutes
Charger includedIncluded
PowerRectangle Conn, 200W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 10A, 200W, Input: 100- 240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Required charging powerMin: 45W
Max: 100W
*The indicated wattage is for demonstrating the system's support capability as required by EU regulations. For optimal system performance, please use the standard-wattage adapter or higher.
Ecolabels & CompliancesN/A
Reparability Index (for France)9.7
Reparability Index (for BNL)9.8


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