ASUS TUF Gaming A14 14-inch Ryzen 7 16GB 512GB RTX 5060 Laptop FA401UM

At a Glance

• AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor with 8 cores and 16 threads
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR7
• 14-inch 2560 × 1600 IPS-level display with a 165Hz refresh rate
• NVIDIA G-SYNC, MUX Switch and Advanced Optimus
• 16GB LPDDR5X-7500 onboard memory
• 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD with a second M.2 expansion slot
• USB4, USB-C, HDMI 2.1 FRL and UHS-II microSD connectivity
• 73Wh battery and compact 1.46kg design
• Windows 11 Home

Short Description

The ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401UM is a compact 14-inch gaming laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics, 16GB LPDDR5X memory and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD.

Its 165Hz WQXGA G-SYNC display, MUX Switch, Advanced Optimus, USB4 connectivity and lightweight 1.46kg chassis make it suitable for gaming, content creation and mobile performance.

Why Choose This ASUS

The TUF Gaming A14 combines powerful gaming hardware with a compact, travel-friendly design.

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor provides 8-core, 16-thread performance for gaming, productivity and demanding multitasking. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics support modern gaming technologies and operate at up to 105W in this configuration.

Its 14-inch 2560 × 1600 display combines a 165Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB colour coverage and NVIDIA G-SYNC for smooth, detailed visuals.

A MUX Switch and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus allow the system to manage graphics performance more efficiently, while USB4, HDMI 2.1 FRL and USB-C provide flexible connectivity for compatible displays, storage and peripherals.

Best For

• PC gaming
• Competitive gaming
• Students and mobile gamers
• Content creation
• Photo and video editing
• Streaming
• Creative applications
• Engineering and technical software
• GPU-accelerated workloads
• Portable high-performance computing

Product Description

The ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401UM is a compact gaming and performance laptop designed for users who need powerful hardware in a portable 14-inch form factor.

Its AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor features 8 cores, 16 threads and a maximum boost clock of up to 5.1GHz. An integrated AMD Ryzen AI engine provides up to 16 TOPS of NPU performance for supported AI-assisted applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU includes 8GB of GDDR7 video memory and operates at up to 105W with Dynamic Boost in this configuration. A dedicated MUX Switch and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus help optimise graphics performance and battery efficiency.

The 14-inch IPS-level display provides a 2560 × 1600 resolution in a 16:10 aspect ratio. A 165Hz refresh rate and NVIDIA G-SYNC help reduce tearing and provide smoother motion, while 100% sRGB coverage supports gaming and creative work.

This configuration includes 16GB of LPDDR5X-7500 onboard memory in dual-channel mode and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. Two M.2 PCIe slots are available, allowing compatible storage expansion.

Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Physical connections include USB4, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, HDMI 2.1 FRL, a UHS-II microSD card reader and a 3.5mm audio jack.

A 1080p Full HD infrared camera supports Windows Hello facial recognition. The 73Wh battery and 1.46kg chassis make the TUF Gaming A14 suitable for mobile gaming, study and professional use.

Key Features

• AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor
• 8 processor cores and 16 threads
• Maximum processor speed up to 5.1GHz
• AMD Ryzen AI NPU with up to 16 TOPS
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
• 8GB GDDR7 dedicated graphics memory
• GPU power of up to 105W with Dynamic Boost
• NVIDIA G-SYNC
• MUX Switch
• NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
• 14-inch WQXGA gaming display
• 2560 × 1600 resolution
• 16:10 aspect ratio
• 165Hz refresh rate
• 400-nit brightness
• 100% sRGB colour coverage
• 16GB LPDDR5X-7500 onboard memory
• 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
• Two M.2 PCIe storage slots
• Wi-Fi 6E
• Bluetooth 5.3
• USB4 connectivity
• USB-C with DisplayPort support
• USB-C Power Delivery support
• HDMI 2.1 FRL
• UHS-II microSD card reader
• 1080p Full HD infrared camera
• Windows Hello facial recognition
• Backlit chiclet keyboard
• Dedicated Microsoft Copilot key
• 73Wh battery
• 200W AC adapter
• Compact 1.46kg design
• Windows 11 Home

Specifications

Display and Visuals

The 14-inch display provides a 2560 × 1600 WQXGA resolution in a productivity-friendly 16:10 aspect ratio.

Its 165Hz refresh rate and NVIDIA G-SYNC support help provide smoother motion and reduce visible screen tearing during compatible games.

The panel also provides 400-nit brightness and 100% sRGB colour coverage, making it suitable for gaming, content creation and general creative work.

AMD Ryzen Performance

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 processor provides:

• 8 processor cores
• 16 processing threads
• 3.8GHz base frequency
• Maximum boost speed up to 5.1GHz
• 24MB total cache
• Integrated AMD Ryzen AI engine
• NPU performance up to 16 TOPS

This combination supports gaming, multitasking, productivity, content creation and compatible AI-assisted applications.

NVIDIA RTX Graphics

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU includes 8GB of GDDR7 dedicated graphics memory.

This configuration supports up to 105W GPU power with Dynamic Boost and includes:

• NVIDIA G-SYNC
• MUX Switch
• NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
• NVIDIA DLSS support
• Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
• GPU-accelerated creative applications

Feature availability and performance depend on the game, application, driver and selected system settings.

Memory and Storage

The notebook includes 16GB of LPDDR5X-7500 memory configured as 2 × 8GB onboard in dual-channel mode.

The memory is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

A 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD is installed. The system provides two M.2 PCIe storage slots for compatible SSD expansion.

Due to the internal motherboard layout, compatible replacement or expansion SSDs must use a single-sided M.2 design.

Connectivity

Ports

• 1 × USB4 Type-C with DisplayPort and Power Delivery
• 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C with DisplayPort and G-SYNC support
• 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
• 1 × HDMI 2.1 FRL
• 1 × UHS-II microSD card reader
• 1 × 3.5mm combination audio jack

Wireless Connectivity

• Wi-Fi 6E
• Bluetooth 5.3

USB-C video output and charging depend on the capabilities of the connected device, cable, display and power source.

Camera and Security

The built-in 1080p Full HD infrared camera supports Windows Hello facial recognition for compatible password-free sign-in.

Security features include:

• Microsoft Pluton security processor
• Firmware TPM
• BIOS administrator password protection
• BIOS user password protection
• Windows Hello facial recognition
• Secured-Core PC support

This model does not include a fingerprint reader.

Audio

The TUF Gaming A14 includes:

• Two-speaker audio system
• Dolby Atmos
• Hi-Res Audio support
• Built-in array microphone
• AI noise-cancelling technology
• 3.5mm combination audio jack

Battery and Power

The notebook uses a 73Wh four-cell lithium-ion battery and includes a 200W AC adapter.

Actual battery life depends on system settings, display brightness, connected devices, network activity, applications and workload.

Upgradeability

The installed 16GB LPDDR5X memory is onboard and cannot be replaced or expanded.

Storage can be expanded using the available M.2 PCIe slots. Only compatible single-sided M.2 SSDs should be installed.

Internal upgrades should be completed by a qualified technician to avoid accidental damage.

Compatibility

The ASUS TUF Gaming A14 is compatible with supported peripherals and displays using:

• USB Type-A
• USB Type-C
• USB4
• HDMI
• DisplayPort over USB-C
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi 6E
• UHS-II microSD cards
• 3.5mm audio connections

USB-C video requires a compatible display or adapter supporting DisplayPort over USB-C.

USB-C charging requires a compatible USB Power Delivery power source. Charging performance may vary according to the connected charger and workload.

What’s in the Box

• ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401UM Laptop
• 200W AC Adapter

Warranty

1-Year ASUS Carry-In Warranty

Sustainability

This ASUS configuration carries the following environmental certifications:

• EPEAT Silver
• ENERGY STAR