ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LM-BS73-CB (Core Ultra 7 255HX, RTX 5060) / ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UP

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LM-BS73-CB (Core Ultra 7 255HX, RTX 5060): G615LM-BS73-CB: Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU 8 GB, 16 GB DDR5-5600 (single module), 512 GB SSD, 16-inch FHD+ 165 Hz display, Eclipse Gray. The G615LM name is also sold elsewhere with a Core Ultra 9 275HX and a 2.5K 240 Hz panel; the G615LP (RTX 5070), G615LR (RTX 5070 Ti) and G615LW (RTX 5080) are different configurations.

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UP: TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UP, configuration from ASUS’s US tech spec page: Ryzen 9 270, RTX 5070 Laptop GPU 8 GB, 2 × 16 GB DDR5-5600, 1 TB SSD, 16-inch FHD+ 165 Hz display, Windows 11 Home. The FA608UP name is also sold elsewhere with Ryzen 7 260 and other memory and displays; FA608PM/UM/UMI/UHI and the TUF Gaming A16 (2024) are separate models.

SpecificationASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LM-BS73-CB (Core Ultra 7 255HX, RTX 5060)ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2025) FA608UP
Release year20252025
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 255HX; 20 cores / 20 threads, 2.4 GHz base, up to 5.2 GHz, 30 MB cache; Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS) ASUSAMD Ryzen 9 270; 8 cores, 16 threads, 4.0–5.2 GHz, 24 MB cache; AMD XDNA NPU up to 16 TOPS

The NPU is a separate block for AI tasks; TOPS means trillions of operations per second. See the glossary page for details on the Zen 4 architecture.

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GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU; 8 GB GDDR7; ROG Boost 1610 MHz at 115 W (100 W + 15 W Dynamic Boost)

115 W is the highest total power the GPU can draw: 15 W of Dynamic Boost is added to the 100 W base limit when the processor is lightly loaded. 1610 MHz is the 1560 MHz boost clock plus a 50 MHz factory overclock. GPUs in the stronger G615 versions go up to 140 W.

ASUS		NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU; 8 GB GDDR7; 1595 MHz (1545 MHz boost clock + 50 MHz OC); 100 W + 15 W Dynamic Boost

Dynamic Boost shifts 15 W to the GPU when the CPU needs less, for 115 W in total. ASUS quotes the clock speed at a 55 W condition.

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Display16-inch FHD+ 16:10 (1920 × 1200) IPS-level, anti-glare; 165 Hz; 3 ms; 100% sRGB

165 Hz means smooth motion up to 165 frames per second; the 3 ms response time describes how fast pixels change colour. The family also includes 2.5K 240 Hz versions; this SKU uses the FHD+ panel.

ASUS		16-inch FHD+ 16:10 (1920 × 1200), IPS-level, anti-glare; 100% sRGB; 165 Hz, 3 ms; G-Sync; MUX Switch + Advanced Optimus

Advanced Optimus switches between integrated and discrete GPUs without a restart, saving battery on the desktop and using a direct NVIDIA path in games.

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Memory16 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM; two SO-DIMM slots, up to 64 GB, dual-channel capable

This SKU has a single 16 GB module; adding a second module lets the memory run in dual channel. Memory speed may vary with what the processor supports.

ASUS		2 × 16 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (32 GB); 2 slots, max 64 GB

The SO-DIMM modules are replaceable; ASUS notes memory speed can vary by CPU.

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Storage512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD; two M.2 PCIe slots

Both SSD slots use the screwless Q-Latch retainer. ASUS says both slots are PCIe Gen 5 ready; the bundled SSD is PCIe 4.0.

ASUS		1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD; 2 M.2 PCIe slots

The second M.2 slot allows adding storage without removing the existing SSD.

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Ports3 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10 Gbit/s); 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10 Gbit/s, DisplayPort, power delivery, G-Sync); 1 × Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, power delivery); HDMI 2.1 FRL; RJ45; 3.5 mm audio

G-Sync support is listed on the USB-C port, so that is the port to use for variable refresh on an external monitor.

ASUS		1 × USB4 Type-C (DisplayPort, 40 Gbit/s); 1 × USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort, power delivery, G-Sync); 2 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 2; 1 × USB-A 2.0; HDMI 2.1 FRL; RJ45; 3.5 mm audio jack

The USB4 port provides 40 Gbit/s data and display output; G-Sync is listed only on the USB-C 3.2 port wired to the NVIDIA GPU.

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WirelessWi-Fi 7 (802.11be) triple band 2 × 2; Bluetooth 5.4 ASUSWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax, triple band) 2×2; Bluetooth 5.4 ASUS
CoolingEnd-to-end vapor chamber, sandwiched heatsink, tri-fan; Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal on the CPU

According to ASUS, liquid metal is applied to the GPU only on RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti versions, so this RTX 5060 version has none on the GPU. Hot air exits behind the hinge.

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Service accessTool-less bottom access to RAM, SSD and fans

The rest of the motherboard is covered by a screwed-down protective frame.

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Battery and power90 Wh, 4-cell lithium-ion; 280 W adapter (20 V, 14 A)

Whether the adapter is included can vary by country and model.

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Keyboard, camera and audioBacklit 4-zone RGB keyboard with Copilot key; 1080p IR camera for Windows Hello; 2-speaker system with Smart Amp, Dolby Atmos; Aura Sync light bar ASUS1-zone RGB backlit keyboard with number pad and Copilot key; 1080p IR camera for Windows Hello; 2-speaker system, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification for headphones ASUS
Operating systemWindows 11 Home ASUS—
Size and weight35.4 × 26.8 × 2.28–3.08 cm; 2.65 kg ASUS35.4 × 26.9 × 1.79–2.57 cm; 2.20 kg ASUS
Battery and adapter—90 Wh, 4-cell lithium-ion; 240 W adapter (20 V, 12 A)

ASUS notes whether an adapter is included can vary by country and model.

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Software—Windows 11 Home ASUS