ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient thermal management

competitive price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Transparent silver Off black
DISPLAY ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
STORAGE ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515JA (EJ3358W) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards CTR 21, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - N3083W
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