THE TUF LINEUP from Asus is often seen as a budget-focused alternative to its ROG range. Unfortunately, this casts a negative judgment on TUF models before they’ve had a chance to show off what they can do. The TUF F15 has some interesting specs at a reasonable price, so does it deserve to be in the spotlight or should you opt for a premium ROG laptop?
The most noticeable difference between the TUF and ROG laptop lineups is visual. We prefer the cleaner designs offered by ROG machines, however, the F15 appears to be a step up from previous TUF laptops. As more generally budget-friendly alternatives, they often seem heavily ‘gamer focused’ and while it has a gamer utilitarian aesthetic, it’s not too in your face. The lid features an anodized aluminum effect with a raised TUF logo. Open the lid and the laptop has a sleek appearance and, despite plenty of cheaper materials having been used throughout, it feels sturdy and rigid.
The screen features a fairly large chin bezel, but the top and sides are slim. Along the top, there’s a webcam that protrudes from the lid, making it easier to open the laptop. The 720p camera is nothing special but it’s clear enough for occasional video conferencing. Unfortunately, there’s no physical privacy shutter, which would have been a nice touch, but a white LED indicates when the camera’s in use.
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