New TUF Gaming F15 priced from RM4199, new RTX 3050/3050 Ti graphics options for current lineup
Along with Intel’s announcement of the latest 11th Gen Intel Core H-series processors and NVIDIA’s unveiling of the new GeForce RTX 3050 and RTX 3050 Ti graphics, ASUS also kicked off the ROG Unleash the Tiger Inside virtual global launch. On top of revealing several all-new laptops based on the 11th Gen Intel Core H-series processors like the TUF Gaming F15, ASUS also refreshed their current lineup with the new GeForce RTX 3050 and RTX 3050 Ti graphics. Let’s get into the ones are will be available in Malaysia first.
ASUS TUF Gaming F15/F17 – from RM4199
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is a direct counterpart to the AMD-powered TUF Gaming A15, while ASUS Malaysia will also be bringing in the TUF Gaming F17 for those who prefer a larger display. The TUF Gaming F15 is not to be confused with the TUF Gaming Dash F15, as the TUF Gaming F15 is a significantly more powerful machine, at least in terms of CPU performance, while being bulkier. It is also more affordable, which makes them great for those who want the most performance they can for their money. You can check out the specs below.
ASUS TUF Gaming F15/F17 Specs and Price in Malaysia
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| TUF Gaming F15 (FX5056H-CHN021T) | TUF Gaming F17 (FX706H-CHX065T) | TUF Gaming F15 (FX506H-MHN103T) | |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-11400H, 6C/12T @ up to 4.5GHz 45W TDP 10nm SuperFin |
Intel Core i7-11800H, 8C/16T @ up to 4.6GHz 45W TDP 10nm SuperFin |
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| RAM | 1 x 8GB DDR4-2933 (2 x SO-DIMM slot) |
1 x 16GB DDR4-3200 (2 x SO-DIMM slot) |
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| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6, Max. 65W TGP |
Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6, Max. 95W TGP |
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| Storage | 1 x 512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD (2 x M.2 PCIe slots) |
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| Connectivity | Wireless WiFi 6 (802.11ax) Bluetooth 5.2 Wired 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A 1 x RJ45 LAN |
Wireless WiFi 6 (802.11ax) Bluetooth 5.2 Wired 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A 1 x RJ45 LAN |
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| Display | 15.6″ FHD 144Hz IPS-level panel Adaptive Sync 250 nit, 62.5% sRGB 1 x DisplayPort via Type-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
17.3″ FHD 144Hz IPS-level panel Adaptive Sync 250 nit, 62.5% sRGB 1 x DisplayPort via Type-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
15.6″ FHD 144Hz IPS-level panel Adaptive Sync 250 nit, 62.5% sRGB 2 x DisplayPort via Type-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
| Audio | 2 x 2W speaker DTS software 3.5mm jack Array microphone |
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| Power | 90WHr battery 180W power adapter |
90WHr battery 200W power adapter |
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| Dimensions | 359 x 256 x 24.3 mm | 399 x 269 x 25.2 mm | 359 x 256 x 24.3 mm |
| Weight | 2.3kg | 2.6kg | 2.3kg |
| Price | RM4199 | RM4299 | RM5599 |
| Bundled Items | TUF Gaming Backpack |
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| Availability | Mid-June | End of June | End of May |
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ASUS TUF Gaming Dash F15 – RM4799
The TUF Gaming Dash F15 series now gets a new member, featuring the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics to allow even more people to afford a portable gaming laptop. ASUS Malaysia will also finally be bringing in the Moonlight White color variant, which will probably appeal to those who prefer a more unique looking gaming laptop.
ASUS TUF Gaming Dash F15 Specs and Price in Malaysia
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| FX516P-EHN006T – Eclipse Gray FX516P-EHN007T – Moonlight White |
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| Processor | Intel Core i7-11370H, 4C/8T @ up to 4.8GHz 35W TDP 10nm SuperFin |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-3200 (on-board) Upgradeable via 1 x SO-DIMM |
| GPU | Intel UHD Graphics (require dual-channel memory for Iris Xe Graphics) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6, Max. TGP 65W |
| Storage | 1 x 512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD (2 x M.2 PCIe slots) |
| Connectivity | Wireless Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200, 802.11ax Bluetooth 5.2 Wired 1 x Gigabit LAN 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C 1 x Proprietary charging port |
| Display | 15.6″ FHD 144Hz IPS-level LCD, 62.5% sRGB, Adaptive Sync HDMI 2.0b |
| Audio | 2 x 2W speakers DTS software 3.5mm jack Array microphone |
| Power | 76WHr, 4-cell Li-ion battery 200W power adapter |
| Dimensions | 360 x 252 x 19.9 mm |
| Weight | 2.0kg |
| Price | RM4799 |
| Bundled Items | TUF Gaming Backpack |
| Availability | May 2021 |
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ROG Strix G15/G17 – from RM4199
If you prefer an AMD Ryzen 5000 CPU with your GeForce RTX 3050, you can also opt for the refreshed ROG Strix G15/G17. The previous models started from RM5799, which makes the new starting price quite a bit more enticing. For some reason the battery is now smaller though at 56WHrs, down from 90WHr in the existing lineup of ROG Strix G15 and G17 models.
The Electro Punk version that comes in neon pink is also now available, with a matching backpack, mousepad and mouse for RM4799.
ROG Strix G15/G17 Specs and Price in Malaysia
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| ROG Strix G15 (G513Q-CHN019T) | ROG Strix G15 (G513Q-CHN020T) | ROG Strix G17 (G713Q-CHX022T) | ROG Strix G15 Electro Punk (G513Q-CHN096T) | |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5600H, 6C/12T @ up to 4.2GHz 45W TDP TSMC 7nm |
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, 8C/16T @ up to 4.4GHz 45W TDP TSMC 7nm |
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| RAM | 1 x 8GB DDR4-3200 (2 x SO-DIMM slot) |
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| GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics, 7CU @ 1800MHz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GDDR6, Max. TGP 95W |
AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ 2000MHz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GDDR6, Max. TGP 95W |
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| Storage | 1 x 512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD (2 x M.2 PCIe slots) |
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| Connectivity | 1 x USB 3.0 Type-C (USB-PD support) 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A |
1 x USB 3.0 Type-C (USB-PD support) 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A 1 x RJ45 LAN |
1 x USB 3.0 Type-C (USB-PD support) 3 x USB 3.0 Type-A |
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| Display | 15.6″ FHD 144Hz IPS level display Adaptive Sync 250 nit, 62.5% sRGB 1 x DisplayPort via USB-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
17.3″ FHD 144Hz IPS level display Adaptive Sync 250 nit, 62.5% sRGB DisplayPort via USB-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
15.6″ FHD 144Hz IPS level display Adaptive Sync 250 nit, 62.5% sRGB DisplayPort via USB-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
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| Audio | 2 x 1.5W speaker | 2 x 2W speaker | 2 x 1.5W speaker | |
| Power | 56WHr battery 200W power adapter USB-PD via USB-C supported |
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| Dimensions | 354 x 259 x 26 mm | 395 x 282 x 24.6 mm | 354 x 259 x 26 mm | |
| Weight | 2.1kg | 2.4kg | 2.1kg | |
| Price | RM4199 | RM4499 | RM4599 | RM4799 |
| Bundled items | ROG Backpack | Pink ROG Backpack Pink ROG mousepad ROG Strix Impact II Electro Punk |
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| Availability | May 2021 | |||
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ROG Zephyrus G14 – from RM4799
The existing lineup of ROG Zephyrus G14 featuring the AMD Ryzen 5000 processors started from RM7699 with a GeForce RTX 3060, so these options should be great for those who want a portable gaming-capable machine. For those who do not find the AniMe Matrix exciting but still love the overall design of the ROG Zephyrus G14, the lowest configuration of the ROG Zephyrus G14 offers exactly that. The removal of the AniMe Matrix panel also makes for a 2mm thinner and 0.1kg lighter laptop, so that’s a bonus.
ROG Zephyrus G14 Specs and Price in Malaysia
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| Eclipse Gray, no AniMe Matrix (GA401Q-HHZ078TS) | Moonlight White, AniMe Matrix (GA401Q-CHZ066TS) Eclipse Gray, AniMe Matrix (GA401Q-CHZ083TS) |
Moonlight White, Anime Matrix (GA401Q-EK2023TS) | |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS, 8C/16T @ up to 4.3GHz 35W TDP TSMC 7nm |
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| RAM | 8GB DDR4-3200 (on-board) Upgradeable via 1 x SO-DIMM |
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| GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ 2000MHz NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR6, Max. TGP 65W |
AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ 2000MHz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GDDR6, Max. TGP 75W |
AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ 2000MHz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6, Max. TGP 75W |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD | ||
| Connectivity | Wireless Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200, 802.11ax Bluetooth 5.1 Wired 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps) Type-C (USB-PD, DisplayPort, G-SYNC support) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps) Type-C 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A 1 x Proprietary charging port |
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| Display | 14″ FHD 144Hz IPS-level LCD, Adaptive Sync, 300 nits, 100% sRGB, Pantone Validated 1 x DisplayPort via USB-C 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
14″ WQHD 120Hz IPS-level LCD, Adaptive Sync, 300 nits, 100% DCI-P3 Pantone Validated 1 x DisplayPort via USB-C HDMI 2.0b |
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| Audio | 2 x 0.7W tweeter 2 x 2.5W speaker with smart AMP 1 x 3.5mm combo jack |
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| Power | 76WHr, 4-cell Li-ion battery 150W power adapter 100W Type-C USB-PD supported (not included) |
76WHr, 4-cell Li-ion battery 180W power adapter 100W Type-C USB-PD adapter |
76WHr, 4-cell Li-ion battery 180W power adapter 100W Type-C USB-PD adapter |
| Dimensions | 324 x 220 x 17.9 mm | 324 x 220 x 19.9 mm | |
| Weight | 1.6kg | 1.7kg | |
| Price | RM4799 | RM5699 | RM6499 |
| Bundled Items | ROG Sleeve for 14″ | ROG Sleeve for 14″ | ROG Sleeve for 14″ ROG Impact Gaming Mouse |
| Availability | May 2021 | ||
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ASUS also announced the ROG Zephyrus S17 and ROG Zephyrus M16 during the ROG Unleash the Tiger Inside launch, but there is no pricing nor availability information regarding those laptops just yet, so stay tuned for more news about them!
Pokdepinion: I guess I have a much better chance of saving up enough for the ROG Zephyrus G14 now!
