ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) vs Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300)
The Verdict
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) and Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) is the cheaper of the two at $1,099 versus $1,499, a difference of about $400. The Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) stands out for rtx 4060 with ryzen 7 8845hs is great value for 1080p gaming, while Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) is praised for fully modular: user-upgradable cpu, gpu, ram, storage, ports. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- →90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- →MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
Buy the Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) if…
- →Fully modular: user-upgradable CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, ports
- →RTX 5070 GPU module available ($700, 100W TGP)
- →165Hz 2560x1600 G-SYNC display
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 with Ryzen 7 8845HS is great value for 1080p gaming
- 90 Wh battery surprisingly good for a gaming laptop
- MIL-STD-810H certified for durability
- Upgradeable RAM and dual SSD slots
- Quiet under light workloads
Cons
- 1080p FHD display looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- 300-nit brightness is poor for well-lit rooms
- Plastic chassis lacks a premium feel
- No Thunderbolt support
- Fan noise escalates quickly under load
Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300)
Pros
- Fully modular: user-upgradable CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, ports
- RTX 5070 GPU module available ($700, 100W TGP)
- 165Hz 2560x1600 G-SYNC display
- 240W USB-C charging
- Official Linux support
Cons
- 2.1 kg is heavy for a 16-inch laptop
- Base price $1499 before GPU module
- Modular design adds thickness (17.95mm)
- Battery life average for the class
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2024) | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 / Linux (officially supported) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Material | Plastic with metal reinforcement | CNC aluminum, modular expansion bays |
| Dimensions | 354.9 x 251.9 x 22.9 mm | 17.95 mm thick |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | — |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 0 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 6 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 0 | 0 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 10 hours light use | Up to 10 hours |
| Capacity | 90 Wh | 85 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | FHD IPS 144Hz | IPS, G-SYNC |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 165Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | — |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | Up to 4 TB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | Up to 64 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 8-core / 16-thread | 12 cores / 24 threads |
| Chipset | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (12-core) |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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