ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced the arrival of new configurations of its popular and acclaimed Strix line-up as well as the new ASUS TUF A18 – now available for pre-order. Both ASUS’ and ROG’s cutting-edge line-up involves the latest from NVIDIA, with innovative graphics technologies like DLSS 4 and Frame Generation to enjoy ray tracing at more accessible price points. Our line-up available for pre-order includes both Intel and AMD equipped ROG Strix G16 or ROG Strix G18 as well as our refreshed TUF 16 and new TUF A18 – the first 18-inch laptop in the TUF Gaming line-up. These will be made available at our select retail partners for pre-order.

ROG Strix G16 & G18 (Intel): Empowering Every Gamer

Designed to unite squads and elevate gaming experiences, the ROG Strix G18 deliver fast AAA gaming performance and seamless content creation, powered by Intel ® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX. Paired with up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPUs, these devices offer unmatched performance and stunning graphics. With up to 32GB of DDR5 RAM, they ensure smooth multitasking and efficient handling of resource-intensive applications. The advanced Tri-Fan Technology, full-width heatsink, and full-surround vents provide exceptional thermal management, allowing users to maintain peak performance during intense gaming sessions. Both models are equipped with dual PCIe Gen 4.0 SSD slots and designed for tool-less access, with Intel models supporting PCIe Gen 5 on one of the slots for Strix G this allows for seamless storage upgrades. With customizable hotkeys for quick access to essential functions, the ROG Strix G18 empowers gamers to rise to victory.

ROG Strix G16 & G18 (AMD): Empowering Every Gamer

The ROG Strix G16 and Strix G18 have been redesigned from the ground up in more ways than one. Our Strix lineup has been purposefully engineered with performance in mind. These variants of our G16 and G18 series are equipped with AMD’s latest Ryzen 9000 HX series of CPU – offering their second generation of mobile processor with X3D V-Cache. Paired with AMD’s latest 9000 Series Fire Range processors are NVIDIA’s RTX 50 Series of GPUs, offering a massive uplift in gaming performance. The Strix G16/18 (AMD) reuse their highly capable chassis and thermal design, renowned for efficiently dissipating heat and keeping internal cools, even during extended gaming sessions. Additionally, these laptops feature a snappy and color accurate ROG Nebula Display, boasting 3ms response times, 240Hz refresh and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, ensuring immersive visuals for both competitive gaming and creative work. Gamers seeking a powerful, performance-first laptop solution will find in the Strix G16/18 the perfect solution for their needs.

TUF Gaming A18: The First of its Kind

TUF Gaming Alliance is proud to introduce the A18, the first 18-inch laptop in the TUF Gaming lineup. Equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU, the TUF Gaming A18 can easily handle the latest games. Also featuring up to 16GB of DDR5 5600MHz memory and up to 1TB of PCIe® Gen 4 storage, gamers can easily game, stream, and store their entire library. The A18 also boasts a gorgeous 2.5K resolution 240Hz display, with an extra-tall 16:10 aspect ratio, 500 nits of peak brightness, and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 colors space. The entire 2025 TUF Gaming lineup features next-gen silicon, offering gamers incredible value and performance. The TUF Gaming A18 features up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor, while the F16 sports up to an Intel Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX. Both models are backed up by up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz RAM and up to 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage, giving gamers excellent multitasking capability and performance in the latest games – all easily accessible for upgradability and maintenance. TUF A18 also feature the 2nd Generation of Arc Flow Fans™ to keep noise at a minimal.

TUF Gaming F16: Gaming Redefined

TUF Gaming F16 has also been refreshed this generation with the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5070 Laptop GPU. When paired with the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 275HX, TUF F16 is ready for any AAA games thrown its way. TUF F16 maintains its classic design and military grade durability allowing for peak performance in harsh conditions. 2nd Generation Arc Flow fans optimize the cooling experience and reduce fan noise for extended gaming sessions. Impressive visuals are to be expected thanks to TUF Gaming F16’s 2.5k 165Hz display with 100% sRGB color accuracy, maintaining the high level of immersion that can be expected from gamers.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

Pre-orders for our NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series-equipped ROG Strix G-Series in either AMD or Intel configurations as well as ASUS TUF Gaming A18 and F16 can be pre-ordered at our partner retailers: ANT Online, B&H, and Newegg. They’ll be linked below within the technical specifications. For specific release dates and availability, please reach out to your ASUS representative.

SPECIFICATIONS¹