ASUS TUF A18 18" WUXGA 144Hz Gaming Laptop
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ASUS TUF A18 18" WUXGA 144Hz Gaming Laptop
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Key Features
- 【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD from SnowBell, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components. 【18" WUXGA IPS 144Hz Display】Featuring an 18-inch WUXGA panel (1920×1200) with IPS-level anti-glare technology, delivers 100% sRGB and 75.35% Adobe RGB color coverage. Combined with 144Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, G-Sync, and MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, redefine visual immersion for unparalleled virtual experiences.
- 【AMD Ryzen 7 260 Processor】Effortlessly accelerate your creativity while powering through new levels of productivity in this blazing fast 8-core processor. Embrace highly efficient multitasking that unleashes your full potential in a boundless journey.
- 【32GB DDR5 RAM】Get powerful, high-bandwidth efficiency for intensive workloads; run several programs simultaneously while staying quick and responsive.【1TB PCIe SSD】Massive storage space for your files, applications, and multimedia content, providing fast and reliable data access.
- 【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7】Enjoy amazing graphics, lighting and frame rates in your games. Enjoy incredible visuals and details with cutting-edge technologies like DLSS and real-time ray tracing. Upgrade your gaming with better graphics.【RGB Backlit Keyboard】Equip yourself with a desktop-style keyboard and your unique RGB backlighting style to play or work even in low light settings with ease.
- 【Windows 11 Home】15.71" x 11.14" x 1.05", 5.73 lbs. 【Ports】2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB Type-C, 1x Type-C USB 4 with support for DisplayPort, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x RJ45, 1x Combo Audio Jack. 【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB Storage, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.
Full Specifications
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Color | Gray |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM |
| CPU Model | Ryzen 7 |
| Model Name | ASUS TUF A18 |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | Clamshell |
| Screen Size | 18 inches |
| Connectivity | USB, WiFi |
| Display Type | LED |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MHz |
| Model Number | 90NX02N1-M32940 |
| Video Output | HDMI, DisplayPort |
| Compatibility | Switch |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Built-In Media | 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB Storage, 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, Type-C Data Cable, 3-in-1 Charging Cable, Suede Cleaning Cloth |
| Hard Disk Size | 1 TB |
| Hard-Drive Size | 1 TB |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
| Full listing title | ASUS TUF A18 18" WUXGA 144Hz Gaming Laptop, AMD Ryzen 7 260, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, RGB Backlit Keyboard, Copilot, FHD IR Camera, Wi-Fi 6E, Win 11, Gray, 1TB Docking Station Set |
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ASUS TUF A18 18" WUXGA 144Hz Gaming Laptop, AMD Ryzen 7 260, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD, RGB Backlit Keyboard, Copilot, FHD IR Camera, Wi-Fi 6E, Win 11, Gray, 1TB Docking Station Set is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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