If you're looking for a more performance-oriented laptop for gaming or intensive tasks and don't mind carrying a heavier and bulkier system, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition could be a better choice. However, if portability and a higher quality display, along with good performance for engineering and general use are priorities, and you prefer a more modern and less gaming-oriented aesthetic, then the ASUS Vivobook 16X may serve you better. The Vivobook also generally costs less but has a lower battery life than the ROG Strix. Both laptops offer high-end processors and graphics suitable for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Good portability
Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, and gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 16X have high-resolution displays and good brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing which benefit from clear and vivid image quality. However, they may not cover a wide color gamut, which is less crucial for general use but critical for professionals in engineering and design who need accurate color representation for tasks such as photo editing or CAD software. Despite their good screen qualities for general tasks and professional work, their lower refresh rates hold them back from being ideal for 3D gaming, where smoother motion from higher refresh rates can significantly enhance the gaming experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the ASUS Vivobook 16X costs $1,200.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition boasts a robust AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and a high capacity battery that makes it suitable for general use; however, it is less portable due to its heavier weight. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 16X, with its latest Intel CPU and a quality IPS display with higher resolution and aspect ratio, offers excellent general use performance while being more portable and having a better screen, but the tradeoff comes with a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, with a high-end GPU and fast screen refresh rate, excels in delivering smooth, detailed visuals for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the ASUS Vivobook 16X, although capable for gaming and 3D tasks, offers lower GPU performance and refresh rate, making it better suited for less demanding scenarios. The Strix's superior screen refresh rate enhances gaming experiences with fluid motion, while the Vivobook's screen quality provides rich, clear images, backed by a competent CPU for general computing needs.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with a high-performance AMD CPU and GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, but has a heavier build, which affects portability. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 16X also caters to engineering and design with a capable Intel CPU and Nvidia GPU, while offering a higher resolution screen and lighter design, improving portability but with shorter battery life.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.7/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for content creation.
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
7.3/10
7.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the ASUS Vivobook 16X compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
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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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