ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022)
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Product family | TUF Gaming |
| Release date | January 2022 |
| Introductory price | USD 1199 |
| Discontinued | No |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-12450H Intel Core i7-12650H |
| Memory | 8 or 16 GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (supports up to 32 GB) |
| Memory slots | 2 user accessible |
| Storage | 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Storage slots | 2 user accessible |
| Display | Screen size: 15.6 inch Panel type: IPS-level Coating: Anti-glare Resolution: 1920 x 1080 or 2560 x 1440 Aspect ratio: 16:9 Refresh rate: 144 Hz, 165 Hz, or 300 Hz Brightness: 246 to 352.99 Nits sRGB: 62.5 % to 100 % Adobe RGB: 47.34 % to 75.35 % DCI-P3: 70.6 % to 100 % VRR: Adaptive-Sync Screen-to-body ratio: |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 4 GB GDDR6 75 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop 4 GB GDDR6 75 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop 6 GB GDDR6 105 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 105 W w/ Dynamic Boost |
| Sound | 2 x stereo speakers w/ Dolby Atmos AI noise-canceling technology Hi-Res certification (for headphone) |
| Camera | Front: 720p HD camera |
| Touchpad | Plastic, 25% larger clickpad-style surface |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.2 or 5.0 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, DP 1.4, PD, G-SYNC) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, Thunderbolt 4, DP 1.4) 1 x HDMI 2.0b 1 x RJ45 LAN port 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack |
| Dimensions | W: 13.94 inches (35.4 cm) D: 9.88 inches (25.1 cm) H: 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) to 0.81 inches (2.1 cm) |
| Mass | 4.41 pounds (2.00 kg) |
| Power brick | 200W AC adapter |
| Battery | 4 cell Li-ion 76 WHr |
| Keyboard | Single zone backlit |
| Chassis | Color: Materials: Metal and plastic Cooling: Dual fans |
| Number pad | Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Facial recognition | No |
| Website | ASUS |
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The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) is a budget-friendly gaming laptop that offers a solid build and decent performance for gaming and productivity tasks. It features Intel 12th Gen CPUs and NVIDIA RTX 30-series GPUs, making it suitable for demanding applications. The laptop is available with various display options, including FHD and QHD panels, and can be configured with up to 16GB of memory and 1TB of storage.[1] However, it has a short battery life and the display could be brighter, which may affect usability in well-lit environments.[2]
Primary Hardware
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Processor
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) can come with the following processors[1]:
- Intel Core i5-12450H with 8 cores (4 P-cores + 4 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache and a max frequency of 4.4 Ghz.
- Intel Core i7-12650H with 10 cores (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores) and 16 threads, 24 MB cache and max frequency of 4.7 Ghz.
The Intel Core i7-12650H processor stabilizes at around 65W of sustained power on the Turbo setting, with temperatures reaching approximately 95°C. The CPU is thermally limited on this profile, causing the power to drop to the 65W sustained level, despite the PL1 setting being 75W for this Turbo mode. The hybrid architecture allows for efficient multitasking and provides a smooth experience for both casual and professional use.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Geekbench 5: Single-Thread - 1,595 points, Multi-Thread - 7,890 points.[2]
- Cinebench R23: Single-Thread - 1,625 points, Multi-Thread - 10,501 points.[2]
- Blender (3D Rendering): CPU Render Time - 3.8 min.[2]
- Cinebench R15: ~2000 points.[3]
- Cinebench R20: CPU 5173 cb, CPU Single Core 690 cb.[3]
- Cinebench R23: CPU 13562 cb (best single run), CPU 13121 cb (10 min run), CPU Single Core 1791 cb.[3]
- GeekBench 5.4.3 64-bit: Single-Core: 1768, Multi-core: 10703.[3]
Graphics
In addition to the integrated Intel UHD Graphics, the ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) ships with the following discrete GPUs[1]:
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU with 4 GB GDDR6 memory, 1550 MHz boost clock, and 75 W Total Graphics Power (TGP).
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU with 4 GB GDDR6 memory, 1535 MHz boost clock, and 75 W TGP.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory, 1452 MHz boost clock, and 105 W TGP.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 1340 MHz boost clock, and 105 W TGP.
The RTX 3050 is suitable for 1080p gaming at medium settings, while the RTX 3070 is best for 1440p gaming, providing high frame rates in demanding titles. The laptop features a MUX switch for improved performance by allowing the GPU to send information directly to the display.[2] The RTX 3060 is capable of handling modern games at FHD resolution on Ultra settings, with some exceptions once you activate ray tracing due to the 6 GB of VRAM.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Basemark GPU: Overall Score - 58,810.[2]
- 3DMark 13 – Fire Strike: 19030 (Graphics – 20967, Physics – 26516, Combined – 8992).[3]
- 3DMark 13 – Port Royal: 4854.[3]
- 3DMark 13 – Time Spy: 8327 (Graphics – 8037, CPU – 10472).[3]
- Uniengine Superposition – 1080p Extreme: 5007.[3]
- Uniengine Superposition – 1080p Medium: 14825.[3]
- Borderlands 3: Avg. FPS - 60 fps, 1% Low - 37 fps.[2]
Memory
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) supports up to 32 GB of DDR5-4800 memory in dual-channel configuration. Pre-configured SKUs come with either 8 GB or 16 GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM memory.[1]
Single-channel memory can reduce performance in some games; dual-channel is recommended for better performance. The laptop supports user-replaceable memory, allowing for future upgrades.[2] The overall feedback is firmer than on older TUF generations, ensuring this is a fair typer that should cater well to most needs and preferences.[3]
Benchmarks:
- PassMark 10: Rating: 5207 (CPU: 22092, 3D Graphics: 15329, Memory: 2813, Disk Mark: 15699).[3]
Storage
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) can ship with 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD depending on the seller. The laptop offers two accessible M.2 SSD slots for upgrades.[1]
The storage performance is adequate for gaming and productivity tasks, with the ability to upgrade to faster SSDs if needed. The SSD is user-replaceable, and there are two M.2 slots available for upgrades.[2][3]
Benchmarks:
- Sequential Write Speed - 1,499.7 MB/s, Sequential Read Speed - 2,902.7 MB/s.[2]
Co-processors
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) does not include any dedicated co-processors.[1]
Input Devices
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Keyboard
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with a full-size keyboard with a Numpad and adjustable backlighting with three brightness levels. The keyboard feels spacious and tactile, providing satisfying feedback with good travel distance. However, it may cause fatigue over extended typing sessions due to the required actuation force.[2]
The keycaps feel nice to the touch and are somewhat smudgy, and the overall feedback is firmer than on older TUF generations, ensuring this is a fair typer that should cater well to most needs and preferences.[3]
Touchpad
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) features a large plastic touchpad, which is 25% larger than previous models. The touchpad is responsive and provides a good user experience, though it is made of plastic rather than glass.[3]
The touchpad is large and smooth, tracking all movements and gestures well, with no palm rejection issues. The click mechanism is satisfying, and it supports multi-finger gestures.[2]
Webcam
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with a 720p HD webcam.[1]
The webcam provides decent image quality with good exposure, but details can appear blurry in low light conditions. It lacks a privacy cover and face unlock features.[2] The webcam quality is basic and suitable for video conferencing but not for high-quality streaming.[3]
Microphone
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with a built-in array microphone.[1]
Voices sound loud and clear but slightly boomy and unnatural, which may not be ideal for professional use.[2] The microphone performs adequately for video calls and casual use.[3]
Output Devices
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Display
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) offers three display options[1]:
- 15.6-inch, FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9, Value IPS-level, Anti-glare display, sRGB: 62.5%, Adobe: 47.34%, Refresh Rate: 144Hz, Adaptive-Sync, MUX Switch + Optimus.
- 15.6-inch, FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9, IPS-level, Anti-glare display, sRGB: 100%, Adobe: 75.35%, Refresh Rate: 300Hz, Response Time: 3ms, Adaptive-Sync, MUX Switch + Optimus.
- 15.6-inch, WQHD (2560 x 1440) 16:9, IPS-level, Anti-glare display, DCI-P3: 100%, Refresh Rate: 165Hz, Response Time: 3ms, Adaptive-Sync, MUX Switch + Optimus.
The FHD 144Hz display has a slow response time causing ghosting; the QHD panel offers better color coverage and is suitable for color-critical work. The brightness levels are not sufficient for well-lit environments, and the contrast ratio results in blacks appearing gray in dim settings.[2] The FHD 300Hz option is a nice mid-range option, while the QHD panel is recommended for multi-purpose use in this class of notebooks.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Maximum Brightness - 246 cd/m², Native Contrast - 1,481:1, Color Gamut: sRGB - 69.27%.[2]
- Panel HardwareID: Sharp TL156VDXP010.[3]
- Coverage: 97.7% sRGB, 68.7% AdobeRGB, 70.6% DCI-P3.[3]
- Max brightness in the middle of the screen: 352.99 cd/m2 on power.[3]
- Min brightness in the middle of the screen: 15.75 cd/m2 on power.[3]
- Contrast at max brightness: 1261:1.[3]
Audio
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with a dual speaker system with Dolby Atmos and AI noise-canceling technology.[1]
The speakers sound relatively clear and natural, but they have very little bass and do not get very loud, making them less suitable for media consumption.[2] The audio quality is alright for this class of budget performance laptops, with volumes peaking at about 75-76 dB at head level, and without noticeable distortions or vibrations in the chassis at high volumes.[3]
Connectivity
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WiFi
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) is equipped with Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2x2 and Bluetooth 5.2 or 5.0.[1]
The WiFi performance is satisfactory for browsing and streaming, with no major issues reported.[3]
Bluetooth
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with a Bluetooth 5.2 or 5.0 module.[1]
SD Card Reader
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022does not include an SD card reader.[1]
USB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) is equipped with the following USB ports[1]:
- 2 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps)
- 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, 10 Gbps) with DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery, and G-SYNC
- 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, 10 Gbps) with Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4
The USB ports offer good data transfer speeds, with the USB-C supporting DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery for fast charging of mobile devices. However, the arrangement may clutter the left side if multiple peripherals are connected.[3]
Display Outputs
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with the following display outputs[1]:
- 1 x HDMI 2.0b
- 1 x USB-C with DisplayPort 1.4
The HDMI port hooks into the dGPU as well, but is only 2.0b. The HDMI output is sufficient for connecting to external displays, but limited to 2.0b.[3]
Case
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The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) is designed to be a thinner, lighter, and somewhat more refined-looking variant of the regular TUF Gaming notebooks. The laptop is sturdy and well-made, with minimal flex and a practical design. The front lip and corners can be harsh on the wrists, and the status LEDs under the screen are bright and can be distracting in low light.[3]
The chassis is a mix of metal and plastic, providing a solid build quality. The design is aesthetically pleasing without being overly flashy, making it suitable for professional environments.[2]
Maintenance
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The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) offers easy access to internals with 12 screws securing the back panel. The back panel is attached snugly with strong plastic clips.[3]
Upgradeable components:[3]
- Two M.2 PCIe SSD slots.
- Two DDR5-4800 SODIMMs.
Cooling System
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The internal cooling design of the ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) includes dual fans and is similar to the cooling modules used in the ASUS Zephyrus series. The cooling system is effective, but the bump in CPU/GPU power from the 2021 model leads to slightly higher internal temperatures.[3]
Heat
The laptop gets hot under load but maintains performance, with minimal throttling observed during extended use. The GPU runs in the mid-80s in some cases, but there are no noticeable throttling or overheating issues.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Keyboard temp under load - 51 °C.[2]
- Outer case temperatures are fine on all modes, with a hotter spot in the low 50s °C in the middle of the chassis and temperatures in the mid-30s to low-40s on the keyboard deck.[3]
Noise
The fans spin at around 49 dB at head-level in Turbo mode. The system is able to idle the fans on the Silent profile as long as the CPU/GPU stay under 60 degrees C, leading to a mostly noiseless daily-use experience.[3]
Benchmarks:
- Fans are audible but not overly annoying under load, with a noticeable increase in noise in Turbo mode.[2]
Energy Management
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Power Consumption
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) ships with a 200W AC adapter and supports USB-C charging up to 100W.[1]
The system automatically switches the screen’s refresh rate to 60 Hz when using the laptop on battery, to increase efficiency.[3]
Battery Life
All ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) SKUs come with a 76 WHr Li-ion battery. The battery life is mediocre, around 6 hours for video playback, and 1.4 hours during gaming. The laptop may require frequent charging during extended use.[2]
Benchmarks:
- Battery Life (Web Browsing) - 6.7 hrs.[2]
- Battery Life (Gaming) - 1.4 hrs.[2]
- 13.5 W (~5-7 h of use) – text editing in Google Drive, Silent Mode, screen at 60%, WiFi ON.[3]
- 12 W (~7-8 h of use) – 1080p fullscreen video on Youtube in Edge, Silent Mode, screen at 60%, WiFi ON.[3]
- 11.5 W (~8-9 h of use) – Netflix fullscreen in Edge, Silent Mode, screen at 60%, WiFi ON.[3]
- 16 W (~4-6 h of use) – browsing in Edge, Performance Mode, screen at 60%, WiFi ON.[3]
- 85 W (~1 h of use) – Gaming – Witcher 3, Performance Mode, screen at 60%, WiFi ON, no fps limit.[3]
Biometrics
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The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) does not support Windows Hello face recognition and does not have a fingerprint reader.[1]
Software
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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro. The laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from ASUS.[1]
Preinstalled Software
Armoury Crate
The Armoury Crate program acts as the primary control center in the ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022). It handles performance profiles, hardware troubleshooting, system updates, and other settings.[3]
Other Preinstalled Software
The laptop also comes with other software like C-Media Audio Control Panel, MyASUS, AI Noise Cancelation, and unwanted software like 30-day McAfee security trial.[2]
Linux Support
Linux support is not specified.[3]
Accessories & Warranty
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The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) comes with a 200W AC adapter and paperwork. Included accessories vary according to country and territory.[1]
There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[2]
Reviews Summary
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Overall Sentiment
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 (2022) is considered a solid budget gaming laptop with high CPU and GPU performance relative to competitors. It is suitable for people looking for a high-performance gaming laptop without breaking the bank. The laptop also comes with a decent screen for gaming and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the poor battery life, large size, and weight which make it unsuitable for portable use away from an outlet for a long time.[2][3]
Problems Summary[2][3]
- No SD card reader.
- Below average speakers given the form factor.
- Plastic touchpad does not provide the best tracking experience.
- High idle power consumption.
- Higher than average surface temperatures while idling and during intensive tasks.
- Below average battery life.
- Heavy.
- Large size.
Links
i5-12450H, RTX 3050, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: RTINGS
i7-12650H, RTX 3060, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: UltrabookReview
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