ASUS TUF GAMING, the ASUS gaming series, announces the ASUS TUF Gaming A15, a high-specification gaming laptop that is rugged enough to pass military-grade durability tests.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is a high-specification gaming laptop that is rugged enough to pass military-grade durability tests.
Durability is necessary because it is portable.
One of the reasons why laptop PCs are so popular is because they are portable and can be taken anywhere.
However, carrying a laptop around means operating it in a different environment than usual, and there is also the risk of dropping it.
If you accidentally drop it and it breaks down, the higher the spec of the PC, the more damage it will do to your mental and financial health!
However, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has passed the stringent MIL-STD-810H test, proving its sturdiness.
It has been dropped multiple times from low heights, subjected to vibrations to check for misaligned parts, run in temperatures up to 49°C for several days straight, run in freezing temperatures as low as -32°C, and run in environments with up to 95% humidity . We are proud of its durability!
If it can operate stably in such harsh conditions, it should be able to withstand the slightest movement or temperature change in daily life.
Specs that can handle any task
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is not only durable, but also offers high-spec performance.
The fast AMD RYZEN 4000 series CPUs with up to 8 cores can launch up to 16 threads. It has enough power to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Combined with discrete GPUs up to GeForce RTX 2060, it can render popular game titles that demand specs at high frame rates.
It can be equipped with up to 1TB of NVMe PCIe SSD and has room for a second SSD to store a huge amount of data.
Long-lasting battery
Gaming laptops use a lot of power to get the most out of their performance, so they tend to have short runtimes.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is smaller and lighter than conventional gaming laptops, yet it is equipped with a high-capacity battery.
The power-efficient Ryzen processor and 48Wh battery provide up to 6.6 hours of battery life!
Even during long trips, you can forget about battery life and concentrate on gaming or work.
Superior Cooling Performance Keeps Performance Up
As you may have noticed from the aforementioned endurance test where it was running at temperatures of up to 49°C, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has excellent cooling performance.
Multiple heat pipes and three heat sinks dissipate heat quickly, and the self-cleaning cooling design keeps each device's cooling system effective for a long time. This allows for maximum performance.
The fan noise tends to be loud when the cooling performance is great, but the multiple operation modes keep the balance between performance and noise to suit the task at hand.
Two simple yet cool designs
"ASUS TUF Gaming A15" is available in two design options.
You can choose between " Fortress G ray" (left image), a simple, understated, yet sophisticated design, and " Bonfire Black " (right image), which has a prominent crimson line as an accent. Both designs are so cool that it's hard to decide which one is best for you.
How about taking the plunge and buying two units with different designs?
The honeycomb grip processing on the bottom of the chassis and the brushed metal design with hairline engraving on the inside give a cool overall impression.
Equipped with a high-speed IPS level panel up to 144Hz
Many gaming laptops have somewhat compromised displays, but the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 eschews such compromises!
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is equipped with a high-speed IPS-level panel that delivers up to 144Hz for smooth images even in fast-paced gaming.
In addition, an external monitor can be connected via a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C cable to the G-SYNC-enabled DisplayPort 1.4 port to enjoy 4K Ultra HD video.
Keyboard with customizable backlighting
The keyboard features a gaming-optimized desktop-style keyboard with RGB backlighting.
Not only can you set the backlight color and emission pattern to your preference, but the WASD keys are designed to glow extra brightly, making them visually obvious.
The overstroke technology makes the keys respond quickly to your presses, and the keyboard is durable enough to withstand more than 20 million hits.
Speakers with solid bass reproduction
Two speakers with four cutouts provide 1.8 times more sound with 2.7 times more bass than conventional speakers for richer sound expression.
When connected to a headset, the DTS:X Ultra technology delivers 7.1-channel virtual surround sound with excellent reproducibility, allowing users to enjoy high-quality sound.
Up to eight preset modes are available to suit different content and scenes, and a built-in equalizer allows you to set the sound to your personal preference.
Easy to upgrade
Laptops are not as expandable as desktops, but that is not the case with the ASUS TUF Gaming A15.
The chassis is easy to open, and RAM and SSDs can be easily replaced.
The second PCIe drive makes it easy to add an SSD in a matter of seconds.
We also appreciate the many ports on the unit, which can be easily expanded with external expansion devices.
Fine-tuning the system
The " Armoury Crate " allows for fine-tuning of the system.
You can personalize the appearance, fine-tune game profiles, adjust audio settings, and even create custom scenario profiles to automatically adjust performance settings when launching apps and games.
Set up your ideal PC with your own personalized settings!
Release Date and Price
"ASUS TUF Gaming A15" will be released on Friday, May 29, 2020, with prices starting at 98,909 yen.
Prices vary depending on the configuration, so check the ASUS Store to find the model with the specifications you need.
ASUS is a great company to have such a high-spec and durable laptop at this price point!
Whether you are looking to buy a gaming laptop for the first time, or you are looking for a laptop that is a step above the competition, this is the perfect product for you.
For more information, please visit the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 product page!
| TUF Gaming "ASUS TUF Gaming A15" Specifications | |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 4800H mobile processor + AMD Radeon graphics
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Mobile Processor + AMD Radeon Graphics |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home
Windows 10 Pro |
| Main Memory | 16 GB DDR4 3200MHz
8 GB DDR4 3200MHz |
| Display Features | 15.6" LED-backlit FHD (1920x1080) 144Hz non-glare |
| Graphics Capabilities | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660TI , with 6GB VRAM
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660TI , with 4GB VRAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 , with 4GB VRAM |
| Storage Functions | SSD : 512GB (PCI Express 3.0 x2 connection) |
| Web camera | 920,000 pixels |
| Network function | Wireless LAN : IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth : Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Interface | HDMI output x 1
USB 3.1 (Type-C/Gen2) x 1 USB 3.0 x 2 USB 2.0 x 1 Microphone/headphone combo jack x 1 |
| Audio Features | Built-in stereo speakers, built-in array microphone |
| Power source | AC adapter or lithium-ion battery |
| Dimensions | 359.8 mm (W) x 256 mm (D) x 22.8 to 24.9 mm (H) |
| Weight | Approx. 2.3 kg |
| Product Warranty | Main unit: 12-month international warranty from date of purchase
Battery and AC adapter: 12-month warranty in Japan from date of purchase |
| Other Warranty | Integrated Business Apps : Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 *FA506IH-R5G1650FP only
Main Accessories : AC Adapter, Product Manual, Product Warranty |