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Black
Windows 11 Home
AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 Processor 3.2GHz (80MB Cache, up to 5.0GHz, 12 cores, 24 Threads); AMD XDNA NPU up to 50TOPS
Integrated AMD Radeon 8060S
AMD XDNA NPU up to 50TOPS
14" (35.56cm), WQXGA (2560x1600) 16:10 aspect ratio
IPS-level
Anti-glare(AG) display
sRGB:100%
Refresh Rate:165Hz
Max Capacity: 32GB LPDDR5X
1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
2x M.2 PCIe
1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
1x Card reader (microSD) (UHS-II, 312MB/s)
2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps)
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort (data speed up to 10Gbps)
1x Type-C USB 4 with support for DisplayPort / power delivery (data speed up to 40Gbps)
Backlit Chiclet Keyboard Single Light, Touchpad, With Copilot key
1080P FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello
Support Microsoft Cortana near field/far field (Microsoft service suspended in spring of 2023.)
Hi-Res certification (for headphone)
Dolby Atmos
AI noise-canceling technology, Built-in array microphone, 2-speaker system
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Card
1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers. Credit card required.
EPEAT Silver
ENERGY STAR
Xbox Game Pass Premium 2 months
Secured-core PC (Level 3)
Pluton Security Processor
BIOS Administrator Password and User Password Protection, McAfee 30 days free trial
73WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
Rectangle Conn, 200W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 10A, 200W, Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz universal
Required, included
Lithium ion
Non-universal
1
China
12.24 x 8.94 x 0.67-0.78" (31.1 x 22.7 x 1.69-1.99cm)
3.26 lbs (1.48kg)
199291379107
Performance - One Chip, Infinite Potential
The beating heart of the A14 is the all-new AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 processor with Radeon 8060S Graphics. Putting a 12-core Zen 5 CPU with 40 compute units of RDNA 3.5 graphics into a single processor, this incredible piece of silicon marries powerful processing with gaming performance that rivals a dedicated GPU. Best of all, this chip draws significantly less combined power than a standard GPU and CPU configuration, allowing the A14 to stay cooler and last longer than its competitors.
Unified memory
The A14's unified memory system allows its ultra-high speed LPDDR5X 8000MHz quad-channel RAM to be reallocated as needed between system RAM and VRAM. Crank up texture quality when gaming or give yourself more system memory for demanding productivity applications. Whether you like to have a ton of tabs open when surfing the web, want loads of RAM for professional video editing, or need the memory to run large data sets, the A14 is ready.
AI Workloads - Run advanced AI models locally without relying on the cloud.
The Ryzen AI Max 300 series processors are built for serious on-device AI, letting you run advanced models locally. A dedicated XDNA 2 Neural Processing Unit (NPU) provides up to 50 TOPS for local AI, optimized for running AI assistants like the Omni Virtual Assistant, large language models and generative AI like Stable Diffusion.
Gaming - Smooth visuals in every match.
Whether you are playing demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or competitive esports like Counter-Strike 2, the powerful Radeon 8060S Graphics is engineered for gaming on the go. With unified memory, you can manually allocate more VRAM to games for faster loading, ensuring graphics run more smoothly.
Content Creation - Instant acceleration for faster rendering and smoother timelines.
The 12 Zen 5 CPU cores deliver immense multi-threaded power for swiftly handling 4K video editing and code compilation. This CPU-GPU synergy ensures timeline previews render quickly and reduces delays when working with large, demanding projects.
Expandable Storage
Games and apps load faster than ever on the nimble NVMe SSD. Snappier load times for all your programs means you can spend less time waiting and more time gaming. Take your games on the go with up to 4TB of PCIe storage, with easy access to two drive slots for upgrading if your library expands in the future.
Cooling - Stay frosty
Powerful components require powerful cooling. The TUF Gaming A14 is capable of 95W in Manual mode, so we equipped the machine with a whole suite of cooling technology to keep it running at peak performance. The keyboard has been redesigned to increase airflow and reduce surface temperatures, and when paired with ultra-thin heatsink fins and 97-blade fans, the A14 will be running powerfully for years to come.
0db Ambient Cooling
Enjoy truly silent cooling under light workloads with 0db Ambient Cooling technology. In the Silent operating mode, the cooling system switches off all fans during everyday tasks to dissipate heat passively. This lets you concentrate on your work and immerse yourself in movies with less distraction. If CPU or GPU temperatures increase, the fans automatically switch on again.
Redesigned keyboard
Previous keyboard designs focused on keeping the chassis temperatures cool, keeping your fingers comfortable during long gaming sessions. The newly redesigned keyboard not only keeps your hands comfortable on the trackpad and keyboard deck, but increases air intake for the main system components as well, boosting the A14's cooling performance without increasing weight or chassis size.
Fluid Dynamic Bearing
Both fans have a fluid bearing design, which is a tried and tested style that will keep the A14 operating at peak performance for years to come.
97-blade fans
The dual fans come with 97 ultra-thin blades, just 0.1mm thick, enabling high airflow and static pressure without extra noise.
Inward airflow 1.0
The fan shrouds have precisely calculated cutouts to direct some airflow toward internal components like memory and processor keeping them cooler and operating at peak efficiency.
0.1mm Ultra-Thin Fins
The A14's thermal energy is dissipated by two heatsinks, each lined with ultra-thin copper fins as slim as 0.1 mm. Higher density fins allow for increased heat dissipation and lower air resistance for smoother flow.
Dust Filter
When dust and fibers collect inside a machine, heat can get trapped, causing degraded performance over time. A filter over the A14's air intakes helps keep dust out, allowing the CPU and GPU to breathe easier for years of smooth and stable operation.
Exhaust Vents
The TUF Gaming A14 features a large rear heatsink, making the most of its 14-inch frame. This rear exhaust keeps hot air and fan noise pointed away from you and your hands for a cooler and quieter experience.
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Designed to move
The TUF Gaming A14 blends power with portability, making it the smallest TUF Gaming laptop yet. Weighing just 1.48kg, it slips easily into bags or backpacks, giving you all-day mobility without compromise. Designed for life on the go, it features Wi-Fi 6E for lightning-fast connectivity, a micro SD card reader for instant access to your files, and a 73Wh battery that keeps you powered through long sessions-with fast charging that reaches 50% in just 30 minutes when you need a quick boost.
A durable, sleek aluminum lid mixes the functionality of TUF Gaming with a touch of refinement that's at home anywhere. The corners of both the lid and the hinges of the A14 have been CNC-machined to give it a more exquisite look
Geometric diamond-shaped cutouts in the ultra-thin aluminum underside of the TUF Gaming A14 give a bit of design flair and extra durability, not to mention ample room for air intake
The rear of the chassis features a full-width heatsink and large exhaust vents, increasing cooling performance and leaving the left and right sides of the machine free for I/O connectivity. This chassis design also allowed for the thin and sleek shape of the frame near the touchpad
A 180 Degree hinge design allows you to find the perfect angle no matter how you use the A14. The hinges are also mounted on top of the main frame of the laptop, allowing air to pass through the heatsinks with no impedance
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 A14 is more than capable of withstanding the accidental bumps and knocks of everyday life.
Display - Never Miss A Moment
Keep up with the pros thanks to a 2.5K 165Hz display. AMD FreeSync synchronizes the display's refresh rate with the GPU's output to reduce lag, minimize stuttering, and eliminate visual tearing for ultra-smooth and lifelike gameplay. The 2.5K panel hits 100% of the sRGB color space, and when packed into a 14-inch chassis, this resolution boasts an incredible pixel density, ensuring your videos and games are as immersive as possible without sacrificing portability.
Control - The World At Your Fingertips
Arm yourself with a desktop-style keyboard optimized for gaming. Uniform Mini LED backlighting lets you brilliantly express your own unique style. 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. The TUF Gaming A14 sports a glass -topped touchpad, enabling smooth scrolling with quiet clicks. The touchpad also has a report rate of 240Hz, giving the system more information on what you're scrolling for and reducing accidental misclicks.
Audio - Hear It All
Two speakers powered by Dolby Atmos ensure a high-fidelity soundstage. Hi-Res Audio delivers music the way the artist intended over headphones. Two-way AI Noise Cancelation keeps incoming and outgoing communications clear of background noise, letting you focus on the action.
Dolby Atmos
Richer audio draws you more deeply into gameplay and media. Virtual 5.1.2-channel surround sound powered by Dolby Atmos enhances spatial immersion with more nuanced, layered sound effects that you can optimize with specially tuned preset modes for movies and games.
AI Noise Cancellation
Our advanced Two-Way AI Noise cancellation technology runs on the CPU, which frees up the GPU to hit higher framerates. It works with any input device and also with downstream connections, letting you remove noise from both your own mic input and from incoming feeds. Noise-canceling settings can even be customized per program, filtering specific apps like voice chat without affecting game audio you want to remain untouched.
Connectivity - Safe Port In A Storm
No matter your setup, the TUF Gaming A14 will keep you connected. A dedicated HDMI 2.1 port is supplemented by dual USB Type-C with DisplayPort support, as well as the power and versatility of USB 4. A UHS-II microSD card reader gives quick access to storage for content creation or other pursuits.