Asus ROG Strix G16 and TUF Gaming F16 launched in India with NVIDIA RTX 5050 GPUs

Asus has officially introduced two cutting-edge laptops in India: the ROG Strix G16 and the TUF Gaming F16. Both models are equipped with the recently launched NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card, enhancing their performance capabilities. Additionally, Asus has refreshed the existing 2024 ROG Strix G16 (G614) with this powerful GPU, expanding its range of high-performance gaming options available in the market. The new ROG Strix G16 (G615) boasts an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor paired with an 8GB NVIDIA RTX 5050 GPU. It features a stunning 16-inch 2.5K 240Hz anti-glare ROG Nebula display that achieves 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy and a brightness of 500 nits. Other noteworthy specifications include 16GB of DDR5 RAM, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, a robust 90WHrs battery, and a vibrant 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard. This model is priced at ₹1,59,990 and is available through both online and offline channels, including Flipkart and Asus’s official e-store. The updated ROG Strix G16 (G614) now features an AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX processor, which provides up to 16 TOPS AI performance alongside the RTX 5050 GPU. This variant includes a 165Hz FHD+ anti-glare display with 100% sRGB color coverage, a customizable per-key RGB keyboard, and a dedicated Copilot key for streamlined AI integration. It is priced at ₹1,44,990. Targeting gamers on a budget, the TUF Gaming F16 offers a solid gaming experience without breaking the bank. It is powered by an Intel Core i5-13450HX processor and the RTX 5050 GPU, featuring a 16-inch FHD+ 165Hz display and a backlit keyboard equipped with Copilot functionality. The TUF Gaming F16 also comes with a 90WHrs battery and starts at a competitive price of ₹1,24,990. Arnold Su, Vice President of Consumer and Gaming PC at ASUS India, commented, “With the introduction of RTX 5050-powered models across both our ROG and TUF series, we are ensuring that high-performance gaming, AI-readiness, and immersive visuals are accessible across multiple price points and use cases.” Availability for all three models will be through major offline retailers, including Asus Exclusive Stores, Reliance Digital, Croma, and Vijay Sales, as well as online platforms such as Flipkart, Amazon, and the ASUS official website.