2021 ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Outlast the Competition
Geared for serious gaming and rocking a slick new style, TUF Gaming A17 is
a feature-packed Windows 10 Pro gaming laptop with the power to carry you
to victory. The new GeForce RTX™ 3070 GPU delivers fluid
gameplay on up to a 144Hz display, while the potent AMD Ryzen™
7 CPU is bolstered by improved cooling that amps CPU performance and keeps
acoustics stealthy. A long-lasting 90Wh battery coupled with TUF’s
military-grade durability keeps you on your best game anywhere.
DESIGN
STUN WITH STYLE
Personalize your experience with sleek Eclipse Gray or bold Graphite Black
color options. A textured honeycomb design on the base adds grip and
echoes the hexagon reinforcements around the chassis. Hairline brush
strokes accent the palm area, adding a subtle texture that looks
professional and clean.
Honeycomb Grip
Textured honeycomb grip coats the bottom of the chassis. Strategic cuts
double as cooling vents.
Smart and Striking
Bold Graphite Black and sleek Eclipse Gray tints show off your
personality.
Brushed Metal Finish
Contrasting hairline brushstrokes across the chassis are clean-cut and
sleek.
PERFORMANCE
TAKE ON ANY CHALLENGE
Always ready for action, the TUF Gaming A17 excels at gaming, streaming,
and everything in between. Up to an 8-core AMD Ryzen™ 7 CPU
activates as many as 16 threads to fly through multitasking and more.
Gameplay graphics are smooth with the latest GeForce RTX™
3070 GPU which reliably delivers high frame rates for a ton of modern
games. A superfast NVMe PCIe® SSD up to 1TB speeds up load
times, while an open SSD slot makes it easy to add terabytes more space
for all your games.
WINDOWS 10 HOME
AMD
Ryzen™ 7 5800H
Mobile Processor
NVIDIA® GeForce
RTX™ 3070
GPU
Up to 32 GB
3200MHz
DDR4 RAM
1TB SSD
NVMe® PCIe®
2X SSD
Slots
Visuals
SPEED TO VICTORY
Featuring a speedy IPS-level panel up to 144Hz, the TUF Gaming A17 is
perfect for fast-paced gaming. With Adaptive-Sync, the display’s refresh
rate synchronizes with the GPU’s frame rate to reduce lag, minimize
stuttering, and eliminate visual tearing for ultra-smooth and immersive
gameplay. Level up your multitasking abilities by connecting a second
monitor via the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C™, which is G-SYNC®
enabled and supports DisplayPort™ 1.4. Play 4K Ultra HD movies,
videos, and games on big-screen TVs with HDMI 2.0b.
*Requires dual-channel to support 4K monitor with HDMI 2.0b. Please check
with local vendors for qualifying configurations.
*USB 3.2 Gen 2 port and DisplayPort™ 1.4 available in select models only.
*USB 3.2 Gen 2 port and DisplayPort™ 1.4 available in select models only.
Speedy
144Hz
Display
Smooth
Adaptive-Sync
Technology
Immersive
NANOEDGE
Bezels
Audio
CRYSTAL CLEAR AUDIO
Two speakers with four cut-outs are loud and powerful, enabling deeper
audio immersion. DTS:X™ Ultra delivers high-fidelity audio for
clear, precise sound. Virtual 7.1-channel surround sound enhances spatial
awareness in-game to help you get the drop on enemies. Up to 8 preset
modes for music, movies, and gaming genres optimize your experience
further, on top of the built-in equalizer that lets you fine-tune your
settings at will.
Optimized
Strategy/RPG/Shooter
audio modes
7.1-channel
Surround Sound
experience
Two-way
AI Noise Cancelation
technology
TWO-WAY AI NOISE CANCELATION
Advanced Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation works for both upstream and
downstream connections, letting you remove noise from your mic input
and incoming feeds. Audio settings can even be customized on a per-app
basis, filtering specific apps like voice chat so you can have crystal
clear in-game communications without touching game audio. Our
noise-canceling technology runs on the CPU, freeing up the GPU to
maximize gaming performance.
Thermal
LASTING COOL
Comprehensive cooling sustains long-term system reliability and extends
the lifespan of your machine. Four heatpipes and three heatsinks draw heat
away from your hardware and dissipates it quickly, keeping component
temperatures at optimum levels. A Self-cleaning Cooling 2.0 design ensures
that your cooling system stays debris-free for full functionality for the
long haul. Tuned operating modes balance clock speeds and acoustics for
the task at hand, customizable to your needs.
Self-Cleaning
COOLING 2.0
+10% airflow
WITH 83-BLADE FANS
11% quieter
in performance mode
Portability
LIVE LONG AND TRAVEL FAR
No matter where life takes you, keep a reliable ally at your side.
Lightweight, portable, and long-lasting, this laptop lets you stay
connected to the world, untethered from the wall. Its power-efficient AMD
Ryzen™ processor and formidable 90Wh battery combine to offer
up to 14 hours of video playback, so you can watch more on the move. Fast
and reliable Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) ensures that you’ll be able to connect to
the web and be productive wherever compatible connections are available.
*Battery life may vary based on system configuration. Fast Charging
Technology is tested while the device is powered off with the default
adapter included with the device.
Charging time may vary +/- 10% due to system tolerance.
Charging time may vary +/- 10% due to system tolerance.
90Wh
Battery
Up to
12.5 hours
Web Browsing
Up to
14 hours
Video playback
50% IN 30 MINS
FAST CHARGING
TECHNOLOGY
Durability
MILITARY-GRADE TOUGHNESS
In order to earn the TUF Gaming name, these laptops must successfully
survive a rigorous battery of MIL-STD-810H tests. Test devices are exposed
to drops, vibration, humidity, and extreme temperatures to ensure
reliability. Dependable even in the harshest conditions, the A17 is more
than capable of withstanding the accidental bumps and knocks of everyday
life.
DROP
SHAKE
HEAT
COLD
HUMIDITY
REDUCED FALL DAMAGE
Drop tests ensure every TUF Gaming laptop can resist damage from
unexpected falls, knocks, and bumps during shipment and daily use. To
meet MIL-STD-810H standards, devices are tested to survive short falls.
Slip the A17 into your backpack, sling it over your shoulder, and carry
it with you everywhere with less stress and worry.
*Please refer to the shock bench handling test, method 516.8, procedure
VI for the exact test conditions.
TRAVEL EASY
Any time you carry your device into planes, trains, or cars, it
experiences varying levels of vibration that can dislodge or damage
internal components. Extensive vibration testing ensures that every part
of your TUF Gaming laptop can withstand the rigors of travel without
shifting around or losing functionality.
*Please refer to the vibration test, method 514.8 for the exact test
conditions.
COOL UNDER FIRE
Whether you’re trekking out across the desert or sunning at the beach,
scorching heat testing ensures that you can always keep your TUF Gaming
laptop close at hand. Capable of operating in temperatures up to 49°C
for several days at a time, these devices can definitely handle the
heat.
*Please refer to the high temperature operational test, method 501.7,
procedure II for the exact test conditions.
SERIOUS CHILL
Even in biting cold temperatures as low as -32°C, TUF Gaming laptops
keep running. This incredible resilience means they can be taken through
some of the harshest, freezing environments on the planet and maintain
their effectiveness throughout the journey.
*Please refer to the low temperature operational test, method 502.7,
procedure II for the exact test conditions.
HUMIDITY? NO SWEAT
TUF Gaming laptop chassis are built to withstand humidity of up to 95%
for extended periods of time, and come out through the other side with
full functionality. Even if you’re traveling through tropical climates
with harsh and wet conditions, TUF laptops can weather the storm.
*Please refer to the humidity aggravated cycle test, method 507.6,
procedure II for the exact test conditions.
DROP
SHAKE
HEAT
COLD
HUMIDITY
Keyboard
OPTIMIZED FOR GAMING
Arm yourself with a desktop-style keyboard optimized for gaming. Uniform
RGB backlighting lets you express your own unique style, while highlighted
WASD accents give you a visual shortcut to key movement commands.
Overstroke technology triggers higher in each keystroke for faster
responsiveness and effortless control. In true TUF form, each key is
durable enough to withstand over 20 million presses for superb long-term
reliability and precision.
RGB
Backlight
20 Million
Key presses
Overstroke
Technology
Static
Breathing
Color Cycle
Strobing
Upgradeability
UPGRADING MADE EASY
Upgrading your RAM and SSD is simplified with an easy-upgrade design that
gives you fast access to memory slots and storage bays. With a standard
screwdriver, you can easily remove the screws at the bottom of the chassis
to make your desired modifications. A special pop-open screw raises one
corner of the bottom panel, making it easier to separate. Quickly upgrade
or replace your RAM, or increase your superfast SSD capacity by adding a
second PCIe® drive.
Input/Output
COMPREHENSIVE CONNECTIVITY
Lots of I/O ports let you connect your favorite devices and start working
anywhere. Two USB 3.2 Type-A ports allow for speedy data transfers, with
an additional USB 3.2 Type-A port that makes three total inputs for
preferred peripherals. Bluetooth also lets you also pair mice, headphones,
and other compatible devices for a cleaner, wire-free working space. Use
the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C™ with DisplayPort™ 1.4 to
hook up a superfast G-SYNC™
display for silky smooth gaming. Hop online with 802.11AX (2x2) Wi-Fi for
fast and reliable connectivity wherever Wi-Fi is available.
*USB 3.2 Gen 2 port and DisplayPort™ 1.4 available in select models only.
Exclusive Software
UNIFIED SYSTEM TUNING AND PERSONALIZATION
Armoury Crate unifies system and lighting controls to put essential
settings at your fingertips in a single utility. Its extensive
customization options let you personalize aesthetic effects, fine-tune
game profiles, and adjust audio settings to fit your preferences. With
Scenario Profiles, you can define and custom preferences that
automatically adjust performance and other settings when you launch your
favorite apps and games. Take complete control of your experience and make
it fully your own.
XBOX GAME PASS
Unlimited access to over 100 high-quality PC games on Windows 10. One
month subscription to Game Pass that's included with the purchase of
your device. With games added all the time, you'll always have
something new to play.
*Active subscription required; continues until cancelled; game catalog
varies over time. Requires Windows 10 and an app to play PC games; see
details at
xbox.com/pcgamesplan. See
xbox.com/game-pass.
Bundles
GEAR UP AND GAME
The TUF Gaming A17 is bundled with matching accessories that are all built
with durability in mind. The TUF Gaming backpack features a large internal
compartment with dividers, so you can safely store and transport your
laptop and all your peripherals to LAN parties and tournaments. The TUF
Gaming M5 mouse is the perfect foil for the A17 laptop. Durable and
ergonomic, it features six programmable buttons, low-friction feet, and
even has customizable lighting effects.
*All bundled peripherals are subject to change without notice.
Please check with local vendors for exact offers.
Click here to learn more about TUF Gaming M5.
Please check with local vendors for exact offers.
Click here to learn more about TUF Gaming M5.
LEARN MORE
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AMPLIFY YOUR EXPERIENCE
Take charge with an energy-efficient AMD Ryzen™
processor up to a AMD Ryzen™ 7 5800H. Bolstered by
comprehensive cooling, the CPU runs on up to 45W of sustained
power when the GPU is active and 65W on its own, delivering the
most immersive gaming experience possible in a laptop. Built on
the new Zen 3 architecture using cutting-edge 7nm fabrication
technology, this 8-core processor handles demanding experiences
like gaming and streaming with ease, activating up to 16 parallel
threads to speed up heavy duty workloads.
*Performance may vary based on system configuration. Benchmark
tested with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 GPU,
AMD Ryzen™ 7 5800H CPU, 16GB DDR4 SDRAM, and 1TB SSD.
CPU CINEBENCH R20 TEST
+20%
AMD RYZEN™ 7 5800H
AMD RYZEN™ 7 4800H
GAME AT A NEW LEVEL
Power up your gaming graphics. Our top config has an NVIDIA®
GeForce RTX™ 3070 clocked up to 1510MHz at 90W with GPU
Boost, with another 5W available from Dynamic Boost. The Ampere
architecture, NVIDIA’s 2nd gen RTX platform, combines traditional
CUDA cores for programmable shading with new 2nd gen RT and 3rd
gen Tensor cores for real-time ray tracing and AI. This
combination of cores enables realistic in-game lighting and other
effects, and accelerates content creation tasks like video and
photo editing.
*Performance may vary based on system configuration. Benchmark
tested with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 GPU,
AMD Ryzen™ 7 5800H CPU, 16GB DDR4 SDRAM, and 1TB SSD on
FHD resolution settings.
3DMARK 11
32516
POINTS
FAR CRY 5
115 FPS
ON FHD ULTRA
SHADOW OF THE TOMB RAIDER
104 FPS
ON HIGHEST SETTINGS
EXPANDABLE STORAGE
Games and apps load fast on the nimble NVM Express®
(NVMe®) SSD. Speedier load times for all your programs
means you can spend less time waiting and more time gaming. Take
your must-play titles on the go with you on the up to 1TB PCIe®
drive, or add a second drive via the open M.2 SSD slot and make
terabytes of space for a complete collection.
DO MORE MULTITASKING
Up to 32GB of dual-channel DDR4-3200 memory makes everything from
multitasking to multimedia rendering run fast and smooth.
High-performance RAM lets you switch between gaming, streaming,
and web-browsing seamlessly. Keep focused and keep active with no
slowdowns in sight.
Experience Ultrafast Networking
Ultrafast Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) lets you game reliably at LAN speeds
wherever compatible connections are available. Wi-Fi 6 boosts
network speed and efficiency, providing a better internet
connection in crowded spaces. Furthermore, with Wi-Fi 6’s TWT
mechanism and WPA3 security standard, you can enjoy gaming with
extended device battery life and better wireless security.
Heat Dissipation
Efficient heat redistribution enables faster dissipation,
minimizing thermal throttling. The TUF Gaming A17’s tailored
system of four heatpipes and three heatsinks absorbs warmth from
the CPU and GPU transfers it away. An extended heat spreader on
the CPU further helps keep the processor at optimum temperatures
for reliable performance, even under serious stress.
Self-Cleaning Cooling 2.0
Two anti-dust tunnels located at the edges of the fans catch
incoming dust and dirt particles and channel them back out of the
chassis. An updated design shortens the tunnels to create more
space for airflow, increasing fan performance up to 15% over the
previous generation. These measures improve overall system
stability by preventing build-up that can compromise the
performance of internal cooling components. Self-cleaning Cooling
2.0 ensures long-term system reliability that truly lives up to
the TUF name.
83-Blade lcp Fans
Maximize your airflow with two 83-Blade fans. Carefully shaped
intake shrouds use curved edges and raised guides to help the fans
draw in more air. Once the air’s inside, it’s blasted toward the
heatsinks by 83 0.25mm blades that are 55% thinner than
conventional designs, yet strong enough to spin at high RPMs.
These powerful fans amplify airflow up to 10% to keep your system
cool.
With 0dB Technology, the fans switch off completely when CPU and GPU temperatures are below 60°C in the Silent operating mode. This makes cooling truly silent under light workloads. If CPU or GPU temperatures increase, the fans automatically switch on again.
With 0dB Technology, the fans switch off completely when CPU and GPU temperatures are below 60°C in the Silent operating mode. This makes cooling truly silent under light workloads. If CPU or GPU temperatures increase, the fans automatically switch on again.
Scenario Profiles
Scenario Profiles automatically change operating modes to optimize
performance and acoustics for different games and applications.
Turbo mode uses the highest fan speed and clocks to sustain
maximum speed, Performance mode adjusts the clocks and cooling to
lower noise levels for gaming, and Silent mode runs even quieter
for lighter work and entertainment. You can customize Scenario
Profiles to seamlessly switch modes based on your preferences, or
use a keyboard shortcut to change modes manually.
TUF BACKPACK
TUF GAMING M5
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Design
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Performance
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Visuals
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Audio
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Thermal
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Portability
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Durability
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Keyboard
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Upgradeability
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Input/Output
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Exclusive Software
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Bundles
14”
- Windows 11 OS
- Up to AMD Ryzen™AI 9 HX 370 Processor
- Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX ™ 4060 Laptop GPU
- NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
- Up to 4 TB PCIe® 4.0 Expandable SSD storage
- Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X-7500 MHz memory
- QHD 165Hz, 100% sRGB
16”
- Windows 11 OS
- Up to AMD Ryzen™AI 9 HX 370 Processor
- Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX ™ 4070 Laptop GPU
- NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
- Up to 4 TB PCIe® 4.0 Expandable SSD storage
- Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X-7500 MHz memory
- 16-inch QHD 165Hz
15.6”
- Windows 11 Home
- AMD Ryzen™ 9 8945H Processor
- Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU
- Ryzen™ AI support
- NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
- 15.6-inch QHD 165Hz IPS-level display
- Dolby Atmos
- Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation
16"
- Windows 11 Home
- Up to AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series Processor
- Up to AMD Radeon™ RX7700S Mobile Graphics
- Up to QHD 240Hz 16-inch display
- Arc Flow Fans™, up to 7 heatpipes
- Up to 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 SSD, DDR5 RAM
- 90Wh battery, USB-C power delivery
- New Sandstorm paint, MIL-STD-810H standards
15.6”
- Windows 11 Home
- Up to GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU
- AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series Processor
- 90W battery
- Type C Fast Charging
- 84 blades Arc-Flow Fans & 4 exhaust vents
- Mux Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
- MIL-STD-810H Standards
15.6”
- Windows 11 Home
- Up to GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU
- Intel® Core™ i9-13900H Processor
- 90W battery
- Type C Fast Charging
- 84 blades Arc-Flow Fans & 4 exhaust vents
- Mux Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
- MIL-STD-810H Standards
15.6"
- Windows 11 Home
- Up to GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU
- Intel® Core™ i7-12650H Processor
- Up to 15.6” QHD 165Hz 100% DCI-P3 Display
- Arc Flow Fans™
- MIL-STD-810H Standards
- 19.95mm Thin Chassis
- All-day Battery Life & 100W Type-C Charging
17.3"
- Windows 11 Home
- Up to GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU
- AMD Ryzen™ 7 6800H Processor
- MUX Switch
- 17.3” FHD 144Hz Display
- Arc Flow Fans™
- MIL-STD-810H Standards
15.6"
- Windows 11 Home
- Up to GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU
- AMD Ryzen™ 7 6800H Processor
- MUX Switch
- Up to 15.6” QHD 165Hz 100% DCI-P3 Display
- Arc Flow Fans™
- MIL-STD-810H Standards
- Windows 10 Home - ASUS recommends Windows 11 Pro for business, Device comes with Windows 10 and a free Windows 11 upgrade or may be preloaded with Windows 11.
- Up to GeForce RTX™ 3060
- Up to Intel® Core™ i9-11900H
- Up to 17.3” FHD 144Hz
- Dual 83-Blade Fans
