ASUS Introduces First TUF Gaming 18-inch Laptop
ASUS today announced the 2025 TUF Gaming laptop lineup, including the first 18-inch member of the family. Featuring the latest processors from AMD, Intel®, and NVIDIA®, the TUF Gaming A16, F16, and A18 aim to deliver incredible performance without breaking the bank.
The first TUF Gaming 18-inch laptop
The TUF Gaming Alliance is proud to introduce the A18, the first 18-inch laptop in the TUF Gaming lineup. Equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU, the TUF Gaming A18 can easily handle the latest games. Also featuring up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory and up to 2TB of PCIe® Gen 4 storage, gamers can easily game, stream, and store their entire library. The A18 also boasts a gorgeous 2.5K resolution 240Hz display, with an extra-tall 16:10 aspect ratio, 500 nits of peak brightness, and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 colors space for incredibly immersive gameplay.
Next-gen upgrades
The entire 2025 TUF Gaming lineup features next-gen silicon, offering gamers incredible value and performance. The TUF Gaming A16 features up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor, while the F16 sports up to an Intel Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX. Both models are backed up by up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz RAM and up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage, giving gamers excellent multitasking capability and performance in the latest games. Both models also come equipped with a 2.5K resolution 165Hz display, a great mix of high resolution and high refresh rate for gamers of all stripes.
Incredible value
With sleek designs that look just as at home in a gaming tournament or a coffee shop, the 2025 TUF Gaming lineup comes packed with features that gamers, students, and everyone in between will enjoy. All models feature dual high-performance PCIe Gen 4 storage and DDR5 RAM slots, with easy access and upgradeability. Large 90Wh batteries keep users working and playing for longer when away from the wall, and versatile USB-C® ports also support up to 100W of power delivery. The machines also feature 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans™, with a design inspired by jet turbines that push more air more quietly than ever before. The 2025 TUF Gaming lineup is the perfect mix of performance and value.
ASUS TUF Gaming A18 (FA808) Specs
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Display | Up to 18″ 2.5K (WQXGA, 2560×1600), 240Hz, IPS-level, anti-glare, 16:10, DCI-P3 100%, 500 nits, 3ms (overdrive support), 1000:1, Supports DDS & G-SYNC™ |
| CPU | AMD® Ryzen™ 7 260 processor |
| GPU | Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU |
| Memory | Up to 32GB DDR5-5600MHz |
| Storage | Up to 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe® 4.0 SSD |
| I/O Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® (supports DisplayPort™ with G-Sync/ Power Delivery) 1 x USB4® (supports DisplayPort™ with G-Sync) 2 x 3.2 gen 2 Type-A 1x USB2.0 Type-A 1 x HDMI® 2.1 1 x RJ45 LAN 1 x Audio jack |
| Keyboard and Touchpad | 1-zone RGB Mini LED backlight chiclet keyboard with full size arrow keys |
| Wireless | WiFi 6E Bluetooth® v5.3 |
| LAN | RJ45 LAN |
| Audio | Stereo speakers Dolby Atmos® Hi-Res Audio Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation |
| Battery | 90Wh |
| AC Adapter | 240W Adapter, optional 100W PD adapter |
| Chassis | A side: Metal B/C/D side: Plastic |
| Important Specs | New thermal technologies adopted: Full-width heatsink, larger exhaust vents and Arc Flow fans V2.0 MIL-STD 810H 180° hinge design 1080p IR Camera with Windows Hello |
| Dimension | 3.99 x 2.83 x 1.89~2.67cm |
| Weight | 2.6kg |
