Asus has released the 2026 TUF Gaming F16 laptop in the US, bringing high-end components to a mid-range chassis. This update matters because the new model pairs a top-tier Intel processor with a next-generation Nvidia GPU, offering significant performance gains for gamers who prioritize speed over portability.
High-end laptop features 16-inch OLED panel and Intel Core Ultra 9 processor
The specific model we are looking at is the FX608LPG, which Asus currently sells through its US online store. It features the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. The graphics card runs at up to 115 W, combining a base 100 W with 15 W of Dynamic Boost.
Specifications
- Model: FX608LPG
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop (115 W TGP)
- VRAM: 8 GB GDDR7
- Display: 16-inch OLED, 2560 x 1600, 165 Hz, 100% DCI-P3
Visuals come from a 16-inch OLED display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution and a 165 Hz refresh rate. The panel supports 100% DCI-P3 color coverage for accurate media consumption. Inside, the system includes 16 GB of DDR5-5600 memory and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for storage.
The laptop weighs 2.2 kg (4.85 lb) and includes a 90 Wh battery for power. It meets MIL-STD-810H durability standards to withstand rough handling. Both the FX608LPG and the lower-end FX608LMG variant include Intel's AI Boost NPU with up to 13 TOPS for local AI tasks.
The FX608LPG is priced at $2,399.99, which is listed as 2399.99 USD (around $2,400). An RTX 5060-based variant, the FX608LMG, is also available but its pricing has not been announced yet. We touched on Asus Releases ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) in our earlier Asus coverage.
Asus has made the 2026 TUF lineup available through the company's US online store right now. Buyers can purchase the FX608LPG immediately at the stated price. The RTX 5060 model remains available without a confirmed cost.
Source: NotebookCheck
