If you prioritize gaming or tasks requiring higher graphics and processing power, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 would be appropriate, but it's heavier and may have shorter battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, on the other hand, is sleeker, with a better screen for vivid visuals, making it ideal for general use and portability, yet it may not handle demanding applications as effectively as the gaming model. Consider the Vivobook if you seek a balance between performance and convenience, and the TUF model if your focus is on gaming or intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good for gaming and AI
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
6.7/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.3/10
7.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
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
7.5/10
8.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Vivobook's OLED screen offers vibrant colors and deep blacks with higher resolution and brightness, making it more appealing for everyday tasks compared to the TUF Gaming A16's screen. Engineering and design professionals benefit from the Vivobook's broader color gamuts ensuring more accurate color representation, while the TUF Gaming model may have adequate but not optimal color fidelity. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the TUF Gaming A16, despite its robust build, falls short because it lacks a high refresh rate that's crucial for smooth motion, a feature neither laptop prioritizes, hence both provide subpar experiences for such demanding visual content.
Battery
12.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 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
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$838
$990
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED costs $990.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 features a larger screen and higher battery capacity, making it suitable for those who need a longer usage time between charges and prefer a more gamer-oriented device with ample processing power and graphics capabilities. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a higher resolution OLED display for superior color and detail, alongside a lighter and thinner design for better portability, with a premium CPU, making it ideal for users who prioritize screen quality and mobility over battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.2/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED to be very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen CPU and a dedicated AMD GPU, coupled with a high-refresh IPS screen, making it well-suited for graphics-intensive engineering and design tasks; however, it's relatively heavier. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a powerful Intel i9 CPU and stunning OLED screen quality which is excellent for color-sensitive work, and it's lighter, enhancing portability for professionals on-the-go.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.2/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED compare to other laptops
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
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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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