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Dell Alienware 16 Aurora (Core 7 240H, RTX 5060) vs ASUS TUF Gaming F16 (Core i7-14650HX, RTX 5050)

Compare performance, display, memory, battery and ports.

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Dell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GB

  • 16 inch screen.
  • 120 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core 7 240H processor.
  • Storage: M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD.
  • 32 GB RAM in this version.
KSh 210,000Out of Stock
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ASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB

ASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB

  • 2,200 g.
  • Screen: 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA).
  • 165 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core i7-14650HX processor.
  • Storage: PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD.
KSh 198,000Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Dell Alienware 16 Aurora if you want more memory (32 GB RAM), more storage (1 TB) and a higher 2560 × 1600 screen resolution. Choose the ASUS TUF Gaming F16 if you want a smoother 165 Hz display, faster 10 Gbps data transfer and a lighter build (about 2.2 kg).

Display

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
2560 × 1600
ASUS TUF Gaming F16
1920 × 1200 (WUXGA)

Refresh

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
120 Hz display refresh rate
ASUS TUF Gaming F16
165 Hz display refresh rate

Performance

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
Intel Core 7 240H processor
ASUS TUF Gaming F16
Intel Core i7-14650HX processor

Storage

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD
ASUS TUF Gaming F16
PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Memory

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora
32 GB RAM in this version
ASUS TUF Gaming F16
16 GB RAM in this version

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Dell Alienware 16 Aurora

  • More memory: 32 GB RAM (vs 16 GB).
  • More storage: 1 TB (vs 512 GB).
  • Higher screen resolution: 2560 × 1600 (vs 1920 × 1200).
  • Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6E).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).

ASUS TUF Gaming F16

  • Smoother 165 Hz display (vs 120 Hz).
  • Faster data transfer: 10 Gbps (vs 5 Gbps).
  • Lighter: about 2.2 kg (vs 2.57 kg).
  • More CPU cores: 16 (vs 10).
  • Numeric keypad.

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PriorityDell Alienware 16 AuroraASUS TUF Gaming F16
PerformanceIntel Core 7 240H processor, RTX 5060 graphicsIntel Core i7-14650HX processor, RTX 5050 Laptop GPU graphics
Memory32 GB RAM16 GB RAM
Storage1 TB storage512 GB storage
Display16-inch LCD display, 120 Hz16-inch LCD display, 165 Hz
Battery lifeUp to 6 hours per charge90 Wh 4-cell Li-ion
Weight2.57 kgAbout 2.2 kg

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
BrandDellASUS
ModelDell Alienware 16 Aurora Core Ultra 7 240H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16 (2025) FX608
Announced20252025
Form FactorClamshellGaming laptop
Color—Mecha Gray

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
Dimensions356.98 × 265.43 mm; 18.6 mm front / 22.7 mm maximum height354 × 269 × 17.9–27.3 mm
Weight2.49–2.57 kg; configuration dependentStarting at 2.2 kg
Build MaterialsAluminum chassisAluminium lid; reinforced polymer chassis; MIL-STD-810H tested

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
Display Size16 inches16-inch
Display TypeIPS LCDIPS-level anti-glare
Resolution2560 × 16001920 × 1200 (WUXGA)
Refresh Rate120 Hz165 Hz
Brightness300 nits300 nits
TouchscreenNoNo
Display Features100% sRGB; ComfortView Plus16:10, 100% sRGB, G-SYNC, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
ProcessorIntel Core 7 240HIntel Core i7-14650HX
CPU10 cores, 16 threads; up to 5.2 GHz; 24 MB cache16 cores (8 P-cores + 8 E-cores), 24 threads; up to 5.2 GHz; 30 MB cache
GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
Graphics Memory8 GB GDDR7 dedicated8 GB GDDR7
RAM TypeDDR5, up to 5600 MT/s; two SO-DIMM modulesDDR5-5600 SO-DIMM
Storage TypeM.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSDPCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
RAM32GB16 GB
Storage1TB512 GB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
Battery6-cell 96 Wh90 Wh 4-cell Li-ion
Battery Lifeup to 6 hours mixed useVaries by gaming workload and configuration
ChargingSystem off: standard charging approximately 3 hours; ExpressCharge 0–100% in 2 hours; ExpressCharge Boost 0–35% in 20 minutesUSB-C Power Delivery and fast charging supported
Power Adapter130 W or 180 W AC adapter platform options; 7.4 mm connector240 W AC adapter

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home on documented configuration; regional software may varyWindows 11 Home

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
Wi-FiMediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7, 802.11be 2×2Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2)
BluetoothBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
EthernetGigabit Ethernet, RJ-45Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
WebcamHD RGB camera, 1280 × 720 at 30 fps; 78.6° field of view1080p FHD webcam
SpeakersTwo stereo speakers; 2 W each average, 2.5 W each peak2-speaker system with Smart Amplifier
MicrophonesDigital-array microphones in camera assemblyBuilt-in array microphone
Audio FeaturesRealtek ALC3204 high-definition audioDolby Atmos; AI noise cancellation; Hi-Res Audio

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
KeyboardBacklit QWERTY keyboard; 101–105 keys according to language layoutFull-size chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad
Keyboard BacklightYes; white1-zone RGB backlight
Trackpad115 × 70 mm touchpad with gesture supportPrecision multi-touch touchpad
Stylus SupportNoNo
Fingerprint Reader—No

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
USB-A2 × USB-A 5 Gbps3 × USB-A
USB-C2 × USB-C 10 Gbps; one with DisplayPort 1.4a, one with Power Delivery1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 plus 1 × USB-C 10 Gbps
Thunderbolt / USB4No; USB-C 10 Gbps ports1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 plus 1 × USB-C 10 Gbps
HDMIHDMI 2.1; direct discrete-GPU outputHDMI 2.1 FRL
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4a over USB-CDisplayPort via USB-C
Memory Card ReaderNo card readerNo
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5 mm universal audio jack3.5 mm combo audio jack
Other PortsAC adapter inputRJ-45 Ethernet; DC input

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
CoolingAlienware Cryo-tech vapor chamberDual 2nd Gen Arc Flow Fans and full-width heatsink
Security—Firmware TPM
Special Features—MIL-STD-810H tested; MUX Switch; Advanced Optimus

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationDell Alienware 16 Aurora, Core 7 240H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16, Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB
LaptopDell Alienware 16 Aurora Core Ultra 7 240H, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5060 8GBASUS TUF Gaming F16 – Core i7-14650HX, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 5050 8GB

Similarities

  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have LCD displays.
  • Both have 16-inch screens.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use GDDR7 (graphics memory).

In summary

Choose Dell Alienware 16 Aurora for more memory and more storage; ASUS TUF F16 offers a smoother screen and RTX 5050 graphics.

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