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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) offers higher performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, thanks to its powerful processor and GPU, making it a better choice if you engage in such intensive tasks. It also has a higher-resolution screen and better brightness, contrast, and color accuracy, which benefits visual-heavy work and entertainment. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 17 has a bigger screen but at a lower resolution and is more affordable, suited for general use and budget-conscious buyers. The MacBook has a longer battery life and a more portable design, while the ASUS is heavier and with shorter battery life, which might be a concern if you frequently travel or work away from power outlets. The MacBook runs MacOS, while the ASUS runs Windows, so your preference or specific software requirements could also influence your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023)
- Excellent for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Best in class overall build quality
- Best in class battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
- The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023).
Key differences
General Use
9.1
7.0
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
487.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
17.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) is excellent for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) offers superior performance for general use with a more powerful processor and double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 17, leading to better multitasking and speed. In addition to its higher resolution and brighter mini LED screen, which enhances visual quality, the MacBook also excels with a much longer battery life and a better keyboard, but it's less portable and more expensive than the lightweight and more affordable ASUS.
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.0
5.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) with its higher screen refresh rate and powerful GPU is better suited for 3D applications, offering smoother visuals and faster rendering, although with the limitation of not supporting many popular games due to MacOS compatibility issues. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 17, while fair for gaming, is held back by its average GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less ideal for demanding 3D tasks and gaming, but it runs Windows, which supports a wider range of games.
Engineering and Design
8.8
6.3
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
5.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) is highly suited for engineering and design because it houses a powerful Apple M2 Pro processor, an ample 16 GB of RAM, advanced M2 Pro GPU graphics, and boasts a high-resolution Mini LED screen, which all contribute to exceptional performance and display quality vital for resource-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
9.1
7.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) is excellent for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.9
6.9
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
9.3
6.2
16.2in
SIZE
17.3in
3456 x 2234
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
487.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 is renowned for its superior display, offering high resolution and brightness, which is ideal for everyday tasks and ensures precise color representation crucial for engineering and design work due to its wide color gamuts. However, it falls short for 3D applications as it typically does not prioritize high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth rendering of fast-moving graphics. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 17 provides an adequate screen that balances resolution and brightness for general tasks and is serviceable for engineering and design due to fair color accuracy, but it similarly lacks the high refresh rate needed for optimal gaming and 3D experiences.
Battery
17.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 has 17.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
10.0
6.5
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,423
$428
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) has a price of $2,423 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 costs $428.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
16.2in
SIZE
17.3in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) and the ASUS Vivobook 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) | ASUS Vivobook 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,423 | $428 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.66'' | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.7 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 15.72" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.77" | 9.89" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Apple M2 Pro (12C) | Intel i3-1220P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 17.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.6 Wh | 50 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16.2" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3456 x 2234 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 487 nits | 263 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023)
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023: M2 Max challenges GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The new MacBook Pro 16 2023 with the M2 Max SoC is the most powerful laptop Apple has on sale right now. While we do not get the expected performance and efficiency improvements from completely new 3 nm chips, which we expected ahead of the launch, the 2023 model is still a solid update. The CPU of the M2 Max can be up to 20 % faster than the old model and we also see an advantage of 25-30 % for the GPU with 38 cores. However, both components also consume more power, so the efficiency did not change that much under maximum load."
ASUS Vivobook 17
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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