Asus TUF Gaming F16 2025 FX608JH [FX608JH-I5165]

Budget Compromises

Asus TUF Gaming F16 2025 FX608JH-I5165 belongs to the new generation of laptops equipped with 50 series graphics cards. NVidia has significantly improved architecture, gaming capabilities, and artificial intelligence algorithms, which allows for creating a rich virtual environment with special effects and deeper immersion in the on-screen action. However, the FHD resolution does not provide maximum detail. To fully unleash the graphics potential, the Core i5 13450HX processor has to operate at its limit, as it is not quite aligned with the gaming system level. On the other hand, this positively reflects on the device's cost, and if necessary, the chip can be upgraded. To maintain optimal temperatures, the manufacturer has provided a fully open rear with ventilation holes, behind which there is a large radiator and two Arc Flow Fans 2. A pleasant addition is the low noise level of 38 dB — a rarity for powerful gaming models.

Efficient Standards

The model offers a decent set of features for both gaming and everyday tasks. The screen with a 165 Hz refresh rate and extended color range provides rich, contrast images with high color accuracy, and the hinges allow the lid to open to 180º. Dolby Atmos surround sound enhances the sense of presence. The full-sized keyboard with a 1.7 mm key travel features customizable RGB backlighting, an ergonomic design, and separate buttons for managing the microphone, volume, and launching proprietary software. The claimed switch resource is 20 million presses. The body meets the MIL-STD-810 military standard, and aluminum inserts provide good mobility at a weight of 2.2 kg. A capacious battery with fast charging allows for longer work without connecting to the network. The only debatable point might be the 512 GB SSD, which limits the number of installed games.