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ASUS TUF F16 gaming laptop i7-14650HX 5.2 GHz RTX 5060 WUXGA 165Hz 32GB 1TB

SKU CH-JQ5F-4GSPD

A 16-inch 165 Hz gaming laptop with a 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX up to 5.2 GHz, RTX 5060 8 GB GDDR7, 32 GB DDR5 5600 and 1 TB PCIe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1200
  • Processor modelIntel Core i7-14650HX

RAM Memory 32GB RAM

SSD Storage 1TB SSD

Operating System Windows 11 Pro

  • 16-core Intel i7-14650HX reaches 5.2 GHz for fast compute
  • RTX 5060 with 8 GB GDDR7 drives high frame rates
  • 16-inch 165 Hz WUXGA IPS panel with adaptive sync
  • 32 GB DDR5 5600 memory plus 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Thunderbolt 4, WIFI 6E, Bluetooth 5.1, RJ45 and HDMI 2.1 connectivity

TUF F16 gaming laptop for competitive play

The ASUS TUF F16 pairs a 16-core Intel Core i7-14650HX with a GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU and a 16.0 inch WUXGA IPS panel at 165 Hz. Thirty-two gigabytes of DDR5 5600 memory and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD ship in a gray chassis that runs Windows 11 Pro. The configuration targets gamers who want high refresh rates at 1920 x 1200 without moving to a larger form factor.

Sustained load behaviour with 115 W GPU power

The RTX 5060 operates at a maximum TGP of 115 W, so the cooling system must dissipate that heat continuously during long sessions. Sixteen cores at up to 5.2 GHz add further thermal pressure when the CPU and GPU run together. Adaptive sync on the 165 Hz display keeps frame delivery smooth while the chassis manages the combined load over extended periods.

Check Thunderbolt 4 and RJ45 needs before ordering

The laptop provides Thunderbolt 4 and a 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 port alongside WIFI 6E and Bluetooth 5.1. Verify that your docks, external GPUs or wired network infrastructure can use those exact interfaces. Memory tops out at 64 GB, so confirm the 32 GB soldered configuration meets your future upgrade plans.

How it compares

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Price $1,225.99
Cheaper than about 85% 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.
Refresh frequency 165 Hz
Typical for this category: the median of 2,443 items is 165 Hz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product lineTUF Gaming
Product colorGray
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 14th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-14650HX
CPU cores16-core (8P+8E) Processor
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1200
Refresh frequency165 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatWUXGA
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Video RAM8 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
Web camera1080p FHD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.3
Wired network1 x RJ-45
Ports & slots
USB ports5
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Power
Power adapter280-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack4-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the RTX 5060 115W TGP run during long sessions?

The GPU has a maximum TGP of 115W. The TUF chassis uses dual fans and multiple heat pipes to move that heat away, so surface temperatures stay manageable and fan noise rises only under sustained load.

Which peripherals or cables must I already own to use the Thunderbolt 4 port at full speed?

You need a Thunderbolt 4 certified cable and a Thunderbolt 4 dock, monitor or storage device. Standard USB-C accessories will work but fall back to USB speeds.

Will my older HDMI 1.4 monitor run at 165 Hz through the HDMI 2.1 output?

No. HDMI 1.4 is limited to 60 Hz at 1920 x 1200. The laptop’s HDMI 2.1 port can drive 165 Hz, but the monitor must also support that rate over HDMI.

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