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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 16X, with its Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and Intel i7 processor, is better suited for performance-intensive tasks like 3D rendering and engineering software, but is heavier and less portable than the LG Ultra 13. The LG Ultra 13 offers great portability and long battery life, ideal for general use and productivity on the go, but has generally lower performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 4700U integrated graphics, making it less ideal for demanding applications. Consider the Vivobook if performance is critical, and the LG Ultra if portability and battery life are your top priorities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the LG Ultra 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7
6.1
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is better for gaming and 3D due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 120 Hz, which allows for smoother visuals and better gaming performance. In contrast, the LG Ultra 13 uses an integrated AMD Vega 7 GPU in its Ryzen 7 4700U CPU and offers a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, resulting in fair performance as it focuses more on efficiency and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.2
6.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the LG Ultra 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is superior for engineering and design work because it is equipped with a more powerful Intel i7 processor, a robust Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, and a larger screen that makes it easier to view intricate designs or engineering plans.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better screen than the LG Ultra 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and LG Ultra 13 both have panels with high resolution and brightness, making them suitable for general tasks like browsing and video streaming. Engineers and designers would appreciate their wide color gamuts, which ensure accurate color representation essential for detailed work. However, both laptops lack high refresh rates, making them less ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial.
Battery
5.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 13 has 10 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
2.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$529
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the LG Ultra 13 costs $529.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and LG Ultra 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X boasts a higher-performing CPU and dedicated GPU, making it well-suited to general use and even some heavier tasks, while still maintaining good portability with its compact design and moderate battery life. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 13 provides excellent battery life and portability due to its lighter weight and smaller screen size, paired with a capable CPU and integrated graphics that are more than sufficient for general use activities.
Content Creation
7.7
7.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and LG Ultra 13 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
7.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and LG Ultra 13 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The LG Ultra 13 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 Vivobook 16X and the LG Ultra 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 16X | LG Ultra 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $529 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.74'' | 12.1'' x 8.1'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.25 lbs | 2.16 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 12.08" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.81" | 8.14" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | AMD Ryzen 7 4700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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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Joshua Goldman | April 2017
"The 13.3-inch LG Gram is a fine fit if you need to travel as light as possible for as long as possible without spending a fortune to do it. It might not be particularly sturdy or have an eye-catching design and its webcam is less than ideal, but with its sharp touch display, comfortable backlit keyboard, responsive touchpad and a fingerprint reader for extra security, the Gram makes a respectible everyday laptop for business or school work."
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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.
About LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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