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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 typically costs more and comes with a higher refresh rate display and a substantially larger battery providing longer battery life, making it well-suited for intensive gaming. It also boasts hardware features like ray tracing and DLSS beneficial for the latest games and graphical work. Its weight is higher, which could affect its portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 16X is generally less expensive and lighter, enhancing its portability, and offers a display with richer colors, favorable for general use and entertainment. Each has similar screen size, resolution, RAM, and storage, but choose the Strix G16 if gaming is a priority or the Vivobook 16X for better portability and vibrant display at a lower cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for gaming and AI, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X have displays suitable for general use and engineering due to their high resolution and bright screens, ensuring clear and sharp visuals, which are crucial for productivity and details in designs. They excel in engineering and design applications with their wide color gamuts, providing accurate color representation necessary for precision work. However, they fall short for gaming and 3D purposes because of their lower refresh rates, which can lead to less fluid motion and a less immersive experience in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 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
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.0
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,269
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,269 and the ASUS Vivobook 16X costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a robust CPU and a larger battery which supports longer usage, making it suitable for demanding applications and extended unplugged periods, yet it is heavier and less portable. The ASUS Vivobook 16X, while lighter and extremely portable, also provides a powerful CPU and ample RAM for everyday tasks, with a screen that delivers excellent quality, but its battery life is shorter, requiring more frequent charging during the day.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its higher screen refresh rate, which can enhance the smoothness of fast-paced visuals, although both laptops feature capable Nvidia RTX 4060 GPUs. Meanwhile, the ASUS Vivobook 16X, while still apt for gaming and 3D with the same GPU, offers a higher screen quality for vibrant and crisp images but has a lower refresh rate compared to the Strix G16.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is favored for its slightly higher performance CPU and GPU combination, which benefits demanding engineering and design applications, and comes with a higher refresh rate screen, making it suitable for smooth visuals. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 16X, while matching in RAM and offering a similar GPU, provides better screen quality with higher brightness and color coverage, enhancing visual clarity and color accuracy for design tasks.
Content Creation
7.9
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.7
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 G16 and the ASUS Vivobook 16X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | ASUS Vivobook 16X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,269 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 4.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.12" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 9.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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Kok Kee | February 2023
"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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