Choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 involves weighing several factors. The Vivobook 16X offers better performance for intensive engineering tasks and gaming, thanks to a more powerful CPU and GPU, and it comes at a lower price. However, it is heavier and larger, making it less portable. The Zenbook Flip S13, on the other hand, offers superior portability with its lighter weight and smaller size, as well as longer battery life, which is ideal for on-the-go use. The Zenbook's display also boasts higher resolution and touchscreen capability, which might enhance your experience for general use and media consumption. However, the Zenbook is more expensive and does not perform as well as the Vivobook in demanding tasks due to its less powerful processor and integrated graphics. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a high refresh rate screen and a powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with its lower refresh rate screen and less powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics, is adequate for lighter gaming and 3D tasks but excels in portability and versatility as a convertible 2-in-1 device.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.4/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is favored for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, which are essential for intensive tasks, along with a high-quality screen suitable for detailed work, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, despite its good screen quality and adequate performance, is less suitable due to its less powerful hardware. The Vivobook 16X trades off portability for better performance and screen size, compared to the more portable Zenbook Flip S13 which offers flexibility with its convertible design but compromises slightly on computational power and screen real estate.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
7.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and Zenbook Flip S13 both have ample resolution and brightness, making their screens pleasant for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design work, both laptops' displays cover a broad range of colors, essential for accurate visuals, though the Zenbook Flip S13's screen quality is superior, likely due to better color accuracy and range. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both models fall short because of their lower refresh rates, which can't match the smoothness required by fast-paced visuals in gaming environments.
Battery
5.0 Hours
10.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 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
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
$1,200
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 costs $1,400.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers solid performance with a higher-end CPU and dedicated GPU, suitable for a range of tasks, but is heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable than the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, which boasts a high-resolution touchscreen, lighter build, and longer battery life, optimal for users who prioritize mobility and screen quality. Both laptops have sufficient RAM for multitasking and ample storage, but the Zenbook Flip S13's superior screen resolution and 2-in-1 form factor add to its appeal as a versatile device for general use.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.8/10
9.0/10
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 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
7.4/10
7.6/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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 Vivobook 16X and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 compare to other laptops
"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."
"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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