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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a larger screen and don't mind a heavier and thicker laptop with average battery life, the ASUS Vivobook 16 with its lower price point could be the better fit for you. It's particularly suited for tasks that benefit from a larger display, like multitasking or media editing. On the flip side, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a premium, more compact and lightweight laptop with better display quality and a convertible design that allows it to be used as a tablet as well, making it ideal for individuals on the go who need versatility and are willing to spend more. The Zenbook also has a significantly longer battery life, adding to its portability benefit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
- The ASUS Vivobook 16 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Zenbook Flip S13's superior resolution and brightness make it more enjoyable for viewing documents and websites, while the Vivobook's fair screen still offers a decent experience at a lower cost. Engineering and design professionals would favor the Zenbook Flip for its excellent color gamut, ensuring accurate color representation, whereas the Vivobook's fair color gamut may not be ideal for precision work. Despite both laptops having less-than-ideal refresh rates for gaming and 3D, those focused on these activities should seek alternative options with screens designed to handle fast motions and complex graphics.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$669
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $669 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 costs $1,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
295.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16's larger screen, sufficient RAM, and AMD processor make it well-suited for general use, and its ample battery life and good heat management ensure comfort during extended use, though it is less portable than some alternatives. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, while also featuring ample storage and RAM, boasts a high-resolution touchscreen display, exceptional portability, and better battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go use with a versatility enhanced by its 2-in-1 convertible design.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 are both deemed fair for gaming and 3D because each has a moderate GPU and a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate but not ideal for high-end gaming where higher refresh rates are preferred. While the Vivobook features an AMD processor with integrated Vega 8 graphics, both of which can handle casual gaming and basic 3D applications but might struggle with more demanding tasks that require advanced graphics capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 graphics provides a balance of solid performance and a larger screen for engineering and design tasks, though it is heavier and less portable compared to the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, which features a higher resolution touchscreen display and an Intel i7 CPU with Iris Xe graphics, making it highly suitable for detailed work in design while offering greater portability and versatility as a 2-in-1 device.
Content Creation
7.5
7.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16 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
7.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16 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 Vivobook 16 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 16 | ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$669 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.78'' | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.14 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 12.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.82" | 8.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 67 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 295 nits | 372 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, Yannick Khong | May 2023
"The ASUS Vivobook 16 M1605 (2023) is a budget Windows laptop. It's available with various AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 U-series CPUs and integrated graphics. You can only get 8GB of RAM; however, there's an empty SO-DIMM slot if you want to upgrade it. It has an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 16:10 IPS display, a full-size keyboard with a Numpad, a 720p webcam, and Wi-Fi 6E wireless connectivity. Ports include three USB-As, one USB-C, an HDMI, and a headphone jack. The USB-C supports charging but no video output."
ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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