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TL;DR: The ASUS TUF A17 Ryzen 7940HS is a formidable AMD laptop with room for RAM and storage upgrades, featuring an unexpectedly crisp 1080p display. Its remarkable battery life can comfortably last a full 8 hours, and the laptop operates whisper-quietly, even in high-performance mode. Not much has been mentioned about the intriguing Ryzen AI feature. It's an excellent choice for AMD laptop enthusiasts looking for power and versatility.
I recently got my hands on the ASUS TUF A17 Ryzen 7940HS with 16GB DDR5 and a 1TB NVMe SSD, and I wanted to share my initial impressions with you all. Let's dive right in:
RAM Upgrade to 64GB DDR5 4800MHz One of the first things I did with my A17 was to upgrade the RAM from the default 16GB to 64GB DDR5 at 4800MHz. The performance boost was noticeable, especially for multitasking and running resource-intensive applications. If you're into content creation or heavy gaming, this upgrade is worth considering.
Additional NVMe Slot for Samsung 990 2TB The A17 also comes with an additional NVMe slot, which I took full advantage of by adding a 2TB Samsung 990 SSD. This extra storage space has been a game-changer for my workflow, providing ample room for games, media, and large files. I put my steam library here, so now I don't have to pick and choose which games to keep.
1080p Display and 400 nits Coming from a laptop with a 4K display, I was a bit worried about switching to the A17's FHD 1080p screen. However, I've been pleasantly surprised. The 1080p resolution looks sharp, and the 400 nits brightness is more than enough for indoor use. Colors are vibrant, and the screen's overall quality is impressive.
Battery Life - A Day-Long Companion The battery life on the ASUS TUF A17 Ryzen 7940HS is truly impressive. It can easily last a full 8 hours of use on a single charge, and that's with moderate to heavy tasks. Gone are the days of constantly hunting for an outlet. My previous laptop, which barely eked out 1.5 hours, used to send me on a frantic charger-hunting expedition. Plus, with the A17, I've noticed that even during extended use, the performance doesn't drop significantly. It's a real game-changer for productivity on the go.
Silent Mode - Whisper Quiet Another thing I've been pleasantly surprised by is the laptop's noise levels. Even when running in performance mode, I haven't really heard the A17 make much noise. It's impressively quiet, which is a huge plus if you prefer a distraction-free working environment or late-night gaming sessions where noise could be a concern. ASUS has done an excellent job in the thermal management department, keeping the laptop cool without disturbing your peace and quiet.
Ryzen AI - An Untapped Feature The Ryzen AI feature of the 7040 series is intriguing. I haven't had the chance to test it extensively yet, but I'm planning to in the near future. It's worth noting that the currently supported models are INT8 based, and there's some uncertainty regarding the size limit. I might never get to testing this feature, but it was the driving force for choosing AMD.
Feel free to ask any questions or share your own experiences with this laptop. Let's keep the AMDLaptops community informed and engaged!