Question About Asus TUF series: Is it preinstalled with Windows or a fresh install?
Question About Asus TUF series: Is it preinstalled with Windows or a fresh install?
Hey, I was searching for a new laptop and came across the TUF lineup. On some discussions, people mentioned that the ROG series comes with preinstalled Windows, which can boost performance or let you tweak settings more. Should I do the same for the TUF series? Would a clean install help me avoid all the extra software? I’m currently using an Asus Tuf A15 with a Ryzen 7 7000s and an RTX 4050/60, mainly for gaming and programming, and I need at least 32GB of RAM. If you have any suggestions for similar laptops in the same budget, let me know.
I tend to keep the default setup on the laptop unless there are noticeable performance problems. They often come with unnecessary software that consumes resources and can lower your device's efficiency.
If you intend to reinstall the operating system, generate a bootable USB using Windows Media Creation Tools, then install the OS in offline mode. Manually update all drivers via an elevated command, ensuring you use the most recent versions available from the Asus support site. For the GPU driver, you can obtain the latest version from Nvidia's support page and install it through an elevated command—select the installer and run it as an administrator.
If you have suggestions for a more suitable laptop within your budget, feel free to share.
We don't have access to your location, the local cost of laptops, or your specific requirements.
Current preinstalled Windows versions are generally fine. You can easily turn off or disable many features during installation. Back then, preinstalled systems often came with unnecessary tools like "PC Doctor" or different versions of a trial for Norton. That's no longer the case.