ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) vs MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV
51.3chipPerformancechip56.3
85.9Graphics77.2
55Displayspec-based55
86.7Batteryspec-based76
42.5Portabilityspec-based54
3 spec wins — ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024)3 spec wins — MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) scores 62 against 62.2 for MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV. Pick by the categories that matter to you — MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV edges ahead in performance, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024)
- Stronger graphics score: 86 vs 77
- 100% higher charging: 280 W vs 140 W
- 53% higher 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU): 12,516 vs 8,204
- 10% higher capacity: 90 Wh vs 82 Wh
Reasons to pick the MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV
- Stronger performance score: 56 vs 51
- 100% higher RAM: 32 GB vs 16 GB
- 21% lower thickness: 17.4 mm vs 22.1 mm
Display
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″ | 16 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS-level, anti-glare, G-Sync | IPS-level (touchscreen) |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 165 Hz |
Performance
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 285H |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU (8GB GDDR6, 140W) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (6GB GDDR6) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 (SO-DIMM, 2 slots, up to 64GB) | LPDDR5-6400 (soldered) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD (2 slots) | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD |
Benchmarks
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 12,516+53%Top 48% | 8,204Bottom 7% |
Battery
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 90 Wh+10% | 82 Wh |
| Charging | 280 W+100% | 140 W |
Design
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.27 kg | 2.1 kg+7% |
| Thickness | 22.1 mm | 17.4 mm+21% |
Connectivity
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort, G-SYNC; one with power delivery), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x RJ45 LAN, 3.5mm combo audio jack | 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, PD 3.1), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort, PD 3.0), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 720p HD | 1080p FHD IR |
| Biometrics | — | Fingerprint reader, IR camera |
Software
| Spec | ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) | MSI SummitPro 16 AI A2HV |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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