ASUS Singapore Launches TUF Gaming T500 Compact Desktop From S$1,799
Built to handle triple-A gaming and esports titles alike, the T500 desktop packs in up to an
Intel Core i7-13620H processor, up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti GPU, alongside 32GB (16GB x 2) of DDR5 RAM and 1TB of PCIe 4.0 storage. Outfitted with Nvidia's latest 50 series graphics cards, the system also benefits from the utilisation of its new Blackwell architecture, providing AI-enhanced performance features such as DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation to maximise frame rates.
Inspired by mecha anime, the T500 desktop is decked out in a futuristic chassis accentuated with bold lines and edges, with yellow lighting that illuminates its interior and front I/O panel. For those desiring a more subtle look, an option is also available to replace its clear side panel with a metal one, allowing for a more uniform profile.
Designed to be compact, the desktop measures just 15.5 x 29.6 x 34.7cm and weighs 6kg, allowing it to fit seamlessly in virtually all types of setups, from cluttered bedrooms to office spaces, dormitories and everything in between. Users can rest easy while setting the system up, too, as it's built to last and meets the MIL-STD-810H standards for durability and reliability, making it resistant to drops, high-altitude exposure, vibrations, and extreme temperatures.
The ASUS TUF Gaming T500 is now available and will comprise two variations: An Intel Core i5-13420H CPU and RTX 5060 GPU version priced at S$1,799, and an Intel Core i7-13620H CPU and RTX 5060 Ti GPU variant at S$2,199, both of which will be available on the ASUS Online Store, the ASUS Exclusive Store, and other authorized retailers.
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