Comparison of ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P) vs Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5)
Comparison of Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5) vs ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P)

ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P) vs Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5)

$8,509.00
$4,399.99
$2,799.99

Comparison summary

  • Lenovo Legion is cheaper.
  • For performance ASUS TUF has a better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
  • TUF is slimmer and smaller in size.
  • TUF has a larger SSD for storage.
Compare technical specifications of ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P)
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ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P)

Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5)

2026 modelAMD CPU
2026 modelAMD CPU

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ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P)Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5)
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games.
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AMD Ryzen 9 8940HXAMD Ryzen 7 Series
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC.
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128gb32gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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GeForce RTX 5070GeForce RTX 5070
Weight
4.85 lbs (2.2 kg)-
Size (length x width x height)
13.94 x 10.59 x 1.01 inches19.31 x 16.3 x 8.31 inches
(35.41 x 26.9 x 2.57 cm)(49.05 x 41.4 x 21.11 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
16000gb SSD2000gb SSD
Release date
September 4, 2026September 14, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$8,509.00$4,399.99
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$8,509.00$2,799.99
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ASUS TUF (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID30P) summary

ASUS TUF is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top AMD processor, however a decent amount of memory for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card that is underwhelming for gaming. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.

HIDevolution [2026] ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608PP 16" FHD+ 165Hz IPS-Level, 2.4 GHz Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5070, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 16 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro

AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16 Core - 32 Thread Processor, 2.4 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.2 GHz), 64 MB Smart Cache w/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 w/ 8 GB GDDR7

HIDevolution upgrades the 16" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) WUXGA 165Hz IPS-Level Display by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU and GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature

HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--16 TB (2 x 8 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times

Installed by HIDevolution--128 (2 x 64 GB) GBDDR5 5600MHz system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease

Operating system: Windows 11 Pro--installed by HIDevolution. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.

ASIN: B0HHPBQNKP

Lenovo Legion (Legion Tower 5) summary

Lenovo Legion is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5070 video card that is not the best for gaming. You can play 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings.

Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Gaming Desktop PC, AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB PCIe SSD, Wi-Fi 6E, Windows 11 Pro, Keyboard & Mouse, 6-in-1 USB Hub

【AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D Gaming Performance】 Power up your gaming experience with this Lenovo Legion Tower 5 gaming desktop PC, featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D processor with 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 5.0GHz boost, and 96MB L3 cache. This powerful Ryzen 7 gaming PC is built for high-FPS gaming, competitive esports, streaming, and multitasking.

【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 Graphics】 Take gaming to the next level with this RTX 5070 gaming PC, powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics with 12GB GDDR7 VRAM. Featuring DLSS 4, advanced ray tracing, and NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, this gaming desktop delivers immersive visuals and smooth 1440p gaming for modern AAA titles and creative workloads.

【32GB DDR5 RAM & 2TB PCIe 4.0 SSD】 Experience responsive performance with 32GB DDR5 RGB 5600MHz RAM and a fast 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. This prebuilt gaming PC delivers quick boot times, faster game loading, and seamless multitasking. Whether gaming, streaming, editing videos, or running demanding applications, this gaming computer keeps up with your daily workload.

【Legion Coldfront Cooling & Upgrade-Friendly Design】 Built for serious gamers, this Lenovo Legion gaming tower PC features Legion Coldfront air cooling to help manage heat during demanding gaming sessions. The 30L Eclipse Black gaming desktop includes a transparent tool-less side panel, RGB memory, an 850W power supply, and accessible expansion options for future upgrades.

【Wi-Fi 6E Connectivity & Complete Gaming Setup】 Get connected with this Lenovo Legion Tower 5 gaming PC featuring Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, and DisplayPort 2.1. This prebuilt gaming desktop includes a wired keyboard, wired mouse, and seller-included 6-in-1 USB Hub. Windows 11 Pro supports gaming, productivity, and everyday entertainment.

ASIN: B0H45ZBBYD