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ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop i5-13450HX RTX 5050 32GB 2TB 16 165Hz

SKU CH-8VX4-CX2FV

16-inch FHD+ 165Hz gaming laptop with Intel Core i5-13450HX 10-core processor, RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 graphics, 32GB DDR5 memory and 2TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 13th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • Smooth 165Hz FHD+ display for fluid gameplay
  • 10-core i5-13450HX up to 4.6GHz for responsive multitasking
  • RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 graphics for detailed visuals
  • 32GB DDR5 plus 2TB PCIe SSD for fast loads
  • Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for stable wireless

Built for gaming and multitasking

The ASUS TUF F16 pairs a 10-core Intel Core i5-13450HX with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 GPU. 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD provide capacity for modern titles and heavy workloads. A 16.0-inch FHD+ 165Hz display delivers smooth motion at 1920 x 1200 resolution. Windows 11 Home and an Office 2024 licence are pre-installed.

Sustained load behaviour

The processor runs at a 55W base power with a 4.6 GHz turbo frequency and 20MB cache. Under continuous demand the 10 cores maintain high clocks while the RTX 5050 8GB GDDR6 feeds frames to the 165Hz panel. DDR5 bandwidth and the PCIe SSD keep data flowing without bottlenecks during extended sessions. Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1 FRL allow external displays at high refresh rates.

Thermals noise and power

The chassis measures 13.94 x 10.59 x .7 inches and weighs 4.85 pounds in Jaeger Gray. Cooling is engineered to handle the 55W CPU and discrete GPU during typical gaming loads. Fan curves ramp with temperature, staying quiet during light tasks and audible under full utilisation. The 4-zone RGB keyboard remains comfortable during long periods of use.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,664.99
Cheaper than about 66% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Video RAM 8 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 4,061 items is 8 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Product lineRaider
Model nameTUF F16
Product colorGray
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 13th Gen
Processor model2.4 GHz
CPU cores10-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.6 GHz
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB PCIe SSD
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Touch inputNo
Display formatFHD+
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
In the box
Included itemsLaptop, Charger
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardYes
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Intel Core i5-13450HX 55W processor get during all-day gaming sessions?

The 10-core CPU runs at a 55W base power with a 4.6 GHz turbo, so sustained loads will spin the dual fans audibly; expect warm keyboard deck temperatures near the WASD keys after several hours.

Which external monitor cables and power adapters must I already own to use the Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1 ports?

You need a Thunderbolt 4 or USB-C cable that supports DisplayPort 2.1 for the Type-C port, and an HDMI 2.1 FRL cable for the HDMI output; the laptop charges via its proprietary ASUS Slim Power Jack, not USB-C PD.

Will my older USB 3.0 Type-A headset and Gigabit Ethernet cable work with the USB 3.2 Gen 2 and RJ45 ports?

Yes — the single USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port is backward compatible with USB 3.0 devices, and the RJ45 LAN port negotiates 1 GbE speeds automatically.

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