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The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 excels in gaming and engineering tasks due to its more powerful processor and graphics unit, and it offers a significantly larger battery for extended use, but is heavier and larger than the ASUS Zenbook 14X, affecting portability. On the other hand, the Zenbook 14X, while better for general use with its higher screen resolution and OLED panel that delivers more vibrant colors, has a less powerful graphics unit making it less suitable for intensive gaming or engineering tasks and has a shorter battery life, yet it's much lighter and thinner, enhancing its portability. Both laptops are similarly priced and have the same storage and memory capacities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.5
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is better for gaming and 3D due to its more powerful AMD RX 7600S GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 165, which allows for smoother visual performance in fast-paced games. Conversely, the ASUS Zenbook 14X includes a less powerful Nvidia MX550 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate of 90, but offers better screen quality with a higher pixel density and OLED display, making it suitable for tasks that benefit from superior color reproduction and sharpness, but not as efficient for high-refresh-rate gaming.
Screen Quality
7.5
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for general use, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a sharp and vibrant display for everyday tasks and professional design work, the ASUS Zenbook 14X stands out due to its superior resolution and brightness, along with a wider color range encompassing DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, making it excellent for tasks where color accuracy is key. However, both the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the Zenbook 14X may fall short for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced graphics; they lack the higher refresh rates often preferred by gamers and professionals working in 3D modeling and animation. The TUF Gaming A16, while also featuring good general performance and color accuracy for design, offers a compromise between the Zenbook 14X's top-tier display attributes and the additional robustness and thermal efficiency typically seen in gaming-oriented laptops.
Battery
12.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 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
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 with a robust CPU and large battery provides good performance and longer battery life, suitable for general use, while its larger and heavier design may limit portability compared to the ASUS Zenbook 14X, which offers a high-quality OLED screen and lighter, thinner build, enhancing portability but with a shorter battery life.
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is tailored for engineering and design use with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and AMD RX 7600S graphics, supplemented by a high-refresh-rate IPS screen that balances color and performance, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X, with an Intel i7 processor and Nvidia MX550 graphics, shines with its OLED display providing superior screen quality, but trades off some graphical power and battery life for enhanced portability and build quality. The TUF Gaming A16 focuses on a combination of gaming and engineering needs with hardware ray tracing and a larger screen size, whereas the Zenbook 14X, although less suited for intensive gaming or the longest battery demands, excels in display fidelity and portability for on-the-go professional use.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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.
Cost
$789
$777
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $789 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X costs $777.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | ASUS Zenbook 14X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$789 | $777 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.97'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.25" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 8.71" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 63 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 339 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming A16
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Dominic Bayley | May 2023
"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."
ASUS Zenbook 14X
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Sebastian Jentsch | April 2022
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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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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